Twenty-five years ago, one of TV’s most iconic sitcoms taped and aired its first laugh. Roseanne was about a regular family with regular problems, like the time Becky farted during her student council meeting. At the same time, Roseanne also handled issues like addiction, domestic violence, and LGBT rights with wit and warmth. What more could you ask for? Check out what the cast is up to today!

It’s been 15 years since Ellen DeGeneres opened the closet door and jumped out, revealing to the world: “Yep, I’m gay!” She played the first openly gay lead character on a sitcom. We’ve put together a list of some of the celebs who have come out since, thanks to Ellen paving the way.

In a world before “real” housewives, world travelers, celebrity apprentices, and weight loss contestants, scripted TV actually ruled the airwaves. They occupied our TVs every weeknight through the ‘80s and ‘90s. They taught us life lessons in neat 30-minute segments. Snakkle takes a look at where some of our favorite sitcom stars are today.