The stars of the beloved CBS sitcom “The Nanny” reunited on Saturday, October 17, in Hartford, Connecticut, at the 90s Con 2026 event, bringing back fond memories of the show that captivated audiences during its six-season run from 1993 to 1996. The cast members included Charles Shaughnessy, Daniel Davis, Lauren Lane, Nicholle Tom, and Madeline Zima, who reminisced about their time on the series and shared hilarious anecdotes from the set.
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“The Nanny” centres around Fran Drescher’s character, Fran Fine, a vibrant door-to-door cosmetics salesperson who unexpectedly finds herself in the role of nanny to the three children of English widower Maxwell Sheffield. The series became a staple of 90s television, known for its humour and the charming dynamic between its characters.
During the reunion, the cast fondly recalled various guest stars who appeared throughout the show’s run, including the legendary actress Cloris Leachman. Davis shared a particularly amusing story about Leachman’s appearance as Clara Mueller, Maxwell’s former nanny. “I was a huge fan of Cloris Leachman,” he recalled, expressing his admiration for her talent. As they prepared to film a scene, Leachman unexpectedly needed to use the restroom and, when informed that it was a long walk down the hallway, she famously quipped, “I’m not going there.”
Desperate to find a solution, the crew brought a bucket for her, leading to one of the more unforgettable moments in sitcom history. “She took the bucket and went behind the dining room set,” Davis laughed, recounting how the rest of the cast were astonished to hear the sound of her using the bucket while they sat at the dining table. The hilarity escalated when she emerged with the bucket, attempting to hand it off to a prop man, who humorously refused.
The reunion, however, did not include some key cast members. Fran Drescher, along with Benjamin Salisbury and Rachel Chagall, was absent from the event. Meanwhile, Renée Taylor, who played Sylvia Fine, made a brief virtual appearance to greet fans as she recuperates from pneumonia.
Despite the show’s end, the bond among the cast remains strong. Sadly, they have lost one of their own, Ann Morgan Guilbert, who portrayed Grandma Yetta, who passed away in 2016, leaving behind a legacy of laughter.
In addition to celebrating their past, the stars also highlighted their continued connections to each other’s projects. Recently, Drescher showed her support for Tom, who starred alongside her in a dramatic production about the life of Taylor and her late husband, Joe Bologna. The camaraderie among the cast appears to be as vibrant as ever, despite the years that have passed.
For fans of “The Nanny,” the reunion served as a joyful reminder of the show’s impact and the indelible mark it left on television history. The charm and wit of its characters continue to resonate, demonstrating that some stories truly stand the test of time.
As the nostalgia-filled event concluded, those in attendance were reminded of the magic that “The Nanny” created, bringing laughter to households across the globe. The heartfelt connections shared by the cast, both on screen and off, are a testament to the timeless appeal of the show and the bond they formed during its production.