Penny Marshall

How Well Do You Remember ‘Laverne & Shirley?’

Test your knowledge of the classic comedy as it turns 50!

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, (top, from left): Carole Ita White, Phil Foster, Eddie Mekka, Betty Garrett, bottom from left: Michael McKean, Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, David L. Lander, (Season 2), 1976-83

What Happened on the Final Episode of ‘Laverne & Shirley’?

It wasn’t a traditional finale.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Cindy Williams and Penny Marshal

‘Laverne & Shirley’: Henry Winkler Set the Record Straight on Penny Marshall & Cindy Williams Relationship

The Fonzie actor revealed what the behind-the-scenes dynamic between the actresses was really like.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, 1976-83

Did Penny Marshall and Cindy Williams Really Feud Behind the Scenes of ‘Laverne & Shirley’?

Did they reconcile before they died?

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, 1976-1983

The Real Reason Cindy Williams Walked Away From ‘Laverne & Shirley’

Plus: the show’s unexpected plan to keep going without her.

LAVERNE & SHIRLEY, Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, 1976-1983.

The Surprising Inspiration Behind ‘Laverne & Shirley’

It was a family matter.

LAVERNE AND SHIRLEY, Eddie Mekka, Betty Garrett, David L. Lander, Cindy Williams, Michael McKean, Penny Marshall, Phil Foster, 1976-1983

Who Is Still Alive From ‘Laverne and Shirley’?

Plus, which cast members released an album as their characters?

The Surprising Reason Penny Marshall Lost a Starring Role on ‘All in the Family’

Before she was Laverne, Marshall almost played Gloria Stivic.

Rob Reiner and Sally Struthers in 'All in the Family'

‘All in the Family’: Sally Struthers Reveals Truth About Rob Reiner Relationship

Reiner played Michael “Meathead” Stivic, while Struthers played Gloria Stivic in the ’70s sitcom.

LAVERNE & SHIRLEY, Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, 1976-1983.

The Forgotten ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Spinoff That Sent Them to the Army

And it was a cartoon!

Farrah Fawcett with beauty background

Do You Remember These Farrah Fawcett Ads?

Before the blonde bombshell made her name as an award-winning actress, she endorsed everything from shampoo to cigars.

THE LAVERNE & SHIRLEY REUNION, from left: Cindy Williams, Penny Marshall, aired May 22, 1995.

30 Years Ago, Penny Marshall & Cindy Williams Reunited 20 Years After Their ‘Unfortunate’ Parting on ‘Laverne & Shirley’

“We got together at my house and had the conversation I wished I’d been able to have 15 years earlier.”

LAVERNE & SHIRLEY, Penny Marshall, Cindy Williams, 1976-1983.

What Happened to Laverne’s ‘L’ Sweaters From ‘Laverne & Shirley’?

The monogrammed outfits were star Penny Marshall’s idea … because she thought they’d help save time.

Barbara Eden Tina Louise Max Baer Jr.

These Nostalgic Shows Only Have One Surviving Original Cast Member Left

This is heartbreaking.

THREE'S COMPANY, Suzanne Somers, (1981) 1977-84

How Suzanne Somers Fought for Equal Pay on ‘Three’s Company’

It didn’t turn out so well for Somers at the time.