Sunday, December 25, 2022

Merry Christmas from Sitcoms Online; Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows; This Week in Sitcoms (Week of December 26, 2022)

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It's Sunday, so it is time for "Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows" for the coming week. This is where we list what sitcom stars are appearing on talk shows for the coming week, the stars are both current and past sitcom stars, so this is for all sitcom fans of all eras!
For the week of December 26-30, 2022, we have many current sitcom stars and past sitcom stars on TV talk shows! All times listed are Eastern. So get your DVRs (or whatever you use) ready! Ready? Here is all what you need to know for the coming week!


Monday, December 26

  • Chelsea Handler (Are You There, Chelsea?) - Watch Chelsea on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
  • Linda Cardellini (Dead to Me) - Linda appears on a repeat of The Late Late Show with James Corden at 12:37am on CBS.
  • Sally Field (Gidget/The Flying Nun/The Girl with Something Extra) - Sally chats with the ladies of The View on a repeat on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
  • ReneĆ© Rapp (The Sex Lives of College Girls) - ReneĆ© will be on a repeat of The Kelly Clarkson Show, so check your local listings.
  • Alfonso Ribeiro (In the House/The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air/Silver Spoons) - Alfonso appears on a repeat of Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.
  • Whoopi Goldberg (Whoopi/Bagdad Cafe) - Whoopi sits down with Sherri to discuss her new holiday movie, A New Orleans Noel, book, Two Old Broads and her LEGENDARY Christmas sweater line on a repeat of Sherri, so check your local listings.
Tuesday, December 27
  • Marc Maron (GLOW/Maron) - Watch Marc on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
  • Glen Powell (Scream Queens) - Glen appears on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
  • John Krasinski (The Office) - John is a guest on a repeat of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
  • Lea Michele (The Mayor/Scream Queens) - Lea will be on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
  • Janelle James (Abbott Elementary) - Janelle appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
  • Rainn Wilson (The Office) - Rainn is a guest on a repeat of The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
  • Ryan Reynolds (Two Guys and a Girl) - Ryan will be on LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • Zoey Deutch (The Suite Life on Deck) - Zoey gives details on the new movie Something from Tiffany's on a repeat of LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • MC Lyte (Partners in Rhyme/Half & Half) - MC shares her journey from rapper and entrepreneur to actress in the new sitcom Partners in Rhyme on a repeat of Tamron Hall, so check your local listings.
  • Jodie Sweetin (Fuller House/Hollywood Darlings/Full House) - Jodie talks about Hallmark's A Cozy Christmas Inn and Lifetime's Merry Swissmas on a repeat of Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.
Wednesday, December 28
  • George Lopez (Lopez vs. Lopez/Lopez/Saint George/George Lopez) - Watch George on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
  • Charlotte Nicdao (Mythic Quest) - Charlotte appears on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
  • Alyssa Milano (Who's the Boss?/Romantically Challenged) - Alyssa chats with the ladies of The View on a repeat on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
  • Kristen Bell (Central Park/The Good Place) - Kristen is a guest on a repeat of The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
  • Dustin Milligan (Rutherford Falls/Schitt's Creek) - Dustin will be on a repeat of The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
  • Dee Wallace (Sons & Daughters/Together We Stand) - Drew Barrymore is celebrating the 40th anniversary of E.T. by reuniting with her former co-stars Henry Thomas, Dee Wallace and Robert MacNaughton on a repeat of The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
  • Emayatzy Corinealdi (Ballers) - Emayatzy is a guest on a repeat of The Jennifer Hudson Show, so check your local listings.
  • Wendy Raquel Robinson (The Game/Here We Go Again/The Steve Harvey Show/Minor Adjustments) and Hosea Chanchez (The Game) - Wendy and Hosea talk about The Game's second season, which premiered Thursday, December 15 on Paramount, on Sherri, so check your local listings.
Thursday, December 29
  • Morris Chestnut (Out All Night) - Catch Morris on a repeat of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon at 11:35pm on NBC.
  • Tracee Ellis Ross (black-ish/Girlfriends) - Tracee appears on a repeat of The Late Late Show with James Corden at 12:37am on CBS.
  • Iain Armitage (Young Sheldon) and Raegan Revord (Young Sheldon) - Iain and Raegan are guests on a repeat of The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
  • Geena Davis (The Geena Davis Show/Sara/Buffalo Bill) - Geena will be on LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • Marlon Wayans (Marlon/The Wayans Bros.) - Marlon appears on LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • Mark Consuelos (Alpha House/Hope & Faith) - Mark guest hosts LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • Tim Allen (Last Man Standing/Home Improvement) - Tim will be on a repeat of The Kelly Clarkson Show, so check your local listings.
  • Wendell Pierce (The Odd Couple/The Michael J. Fox Show/The Weber/The Brian Benben Show/The Gregory Hines Show) - Wendell talks about making history by starring in the revival of Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, becoming the first Black actor to take on the classic role of Willy Loman on Broadway, on a repeat of Tamron Hall, so check your local listings.
Friday, December 30
  • Miley Cyrus (Hannah Montana) - Watch Miley on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC. Hoda has a one-on-one with Miley ahead of her Peacock special Miley’s New Year’s Eve Party on NBC's Today some time between 7-9am. She will also be on in the 10am hour.
  • George Clooney (Roseanne/The Facts of Life/ E/R (1984-1985) - George is a guest on a repeat of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert at 11:35pm on CBS.
  • Chelsea Handler (Are You There, Chelsea?) - Chelsea appears on a repeat of The Late Late Show with James Corden at 12:37am on CBS. She will also be on a repeat of The Kelly Clarkson Show, so check your local listings.
  • Edie Falco (Nurse Jackie) - Edie chats with the ladies of The View on a repeat on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
  • Dwayne Johnson (Young Rock) - Dwayne is a guest on LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • John Stamos (Fuller House/Grandfathered/Jake in Progress/Full House/You, Again?) - John will be on LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • Mark Consuelos (Alpha House/Hope & Faith) - Mark guest hosts LIVE! with Kelly and Ryan, so check your listings.
  • Michael Strahan (Brothers) - Michael is sharing his favorite skincare products and the inspiration behind his new skincare line on a repeat of The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
  • Sharon Horgan (Bad Sisters/Catastrophe) - Sharon appears on a repeat of The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
  • Jerry O'Connell (We Are Men/Do Not Disturb/Carpoolers/My Secret Identity) - Jerry and his wife Rebecca Romijn are guests on a repeat of Access Daily with Mario & Kit, so check your local listings.

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Sitcoms Airing This Week

Sunday, December 25

The Simpsons - "A Made Maggie" (Fox, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Fat Tony becomes Godfather to Maggie Simpson.

The Great North - "Cillian Me Softly Adventure" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
During Lone Moose's Disaster Day event, Wolf and Honeybee have their very first fight.

Bob's Burgers - "Gene's Christmas Break" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
After Gene breaks his favorite, extremely rare '70s era Christmas record, Tina and Louise join him in the search for another copy; Teddy wants to do a neighborhood Secret Santa with Bob and Linda.

Family Guy - "Christmas Crime" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When Mayor West's nativity scene is ruined, Brian is seen as the prime suspect.


Monday, December 26

The Neighborhood - "Welcome to Mama Drama" (CBS, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When Calvin is honored by the Chamber of Commerce for the positive impact his business has had on the community, he hopes to finally gain the approval of his mother, Marilyn (Patti LaBelle).

Bob Hearts Abishola - "Bowango" (CBS, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
It’s wedding time! With a traditional Nigerian wedding approaching, the Wheelers are formally introduced to Abishola’s family. Also, while Bob sets out to the market to fulfill Abishola’s bride price to demonstrate his serious intentions of marrying her, Abishola tries to keep the peace between her mother and Auntie Olu.


Tuesday, December 27

Lopez vs. Lopez - "" (NBC, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
A once-estranged father and daughter navigate dysfunction, reconnection and all the headaches and joy in between as they make up for lost time like only they can -- with the rest of their unique, offbeat family by their side.

Lopez vs. Lopez - "" (NBC, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
A once-estranged father and daughter navigate dysfunction, reconnection and all the headaches and joy in between as they make up for lost time like only they can -- with the rest of their unique, offbeat family by their side.


Wednesday, December 28

Abbott Elementary - "Juice" (ABC, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Janine is thrilled to help introduce a new beverage to the cafeteria, but it ends up causing unexpected consequences for the students, teachers and school plumbing system. Elsewhere, Melissa clashes with her new aide, Ashley, who brings more disruption than help to the classroom.

Abbott Elementary - "Candy Zombies" (ABC, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
It’s Halloween at Abbott Elementary! When a student steals a bag of candy meant to be given out to the kids at the end of the day and starts distributing it during school hours, the teachers band together to find the culprit. Meanwhile, Janine is invited to a Halloween party by an old friend and starts to reconsider her personal life.

Tyler Perry's House of Payne - "A Payneful Patriach" (BET, 8:00PM ET/PT)
A multigenerational family lives together under one roof.

Tyler Perry's Assisted Living - "A Day Away" (BET, 8:30PM ET/PT)
The Washington family throws a celebration for Sandra as she prepares for her new life as a college student.


Thursday, December 29

Young Sheldon - "Snoopin’ Around and the Wonder Twins of Atheism" (CBS, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Sheldon encourages Missy to question the Bible. Also, Meemaw is determined to catch George Sr. in a lie, and Mary helps Pastor Jeff (Matt Hobby) search for a youth pastor.

Ghosts - "Spies" (CBS, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Sam enlists the Ghosts to help secure a good review from an overly critical couple staying at the B&B. Also, Isaac tries to integrate Nigel into his friend group.

Welcome to Flatch - "Maniflatch Destiny" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Cheryl's chickens are making enough eggs to go around; Father Joe attempts to teach Shrub to drive; Kelly's career is taking off as Barb's brand-new intern.

Call Me Kat - "Call Me Thor" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Kat spends the day with Max and his nephew, Thor, and realizes she enjoys being around a baby; Carter confesses that he has lied to Randi about liking scary movies and his decision to watch them is haunting him.


Friday, December 30

none scheduled


Saturday, December 31

none scheduled


Sunday, January 1

The Simpsons - "Lisa the Boy Scout" (Fox, 7:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
When the Boy Explorers become coed, Bart and Lisa vow to "out scout" each other at the annual jamboree.

Bob's Burgers - "What About Job?" (Fox, 7:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
A school assignment about careers sends Louise spiraling, trying to imagine what her future might hold.

The Simpsons - "My Life as a Vlog" (Fox, 8:00PM ET/PT)
Through a series of YouTube recommended videos, the story of the rise and fall of the Simpson family vlog is revealed.

The Great North - "Arranger-ous Minds Adventure" (Fox, 8:30PM ET/PT)
Moon and the Junior Janitors get involved with a teacher scandal; the rest of the family gets involved with a bunch of crabs.

Bob's Burgers - "Comet-y of Errors" (Fox, 9:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
At a comet watch party, Bob tries to keep Teddy from looking for signs from the universe; the kids try to make their comet wishes come true.

Family Guy - "The Fatman Always Rings Twice" (Fox, 9:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
In noir-style, Peter/Mac investigates the disappearance of Meg/Sister Megan.

Complete TV Listings


Sitcoms Airing Tonight / Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows

Friday, December 13

Happy's Place - "Dear Jack" (NBC, 9:15PM ET/PT)
When Bobbie catches Isabella doing a slow-fade breakup with her long-distance boyfriend, she convinces her to send a Dear John letter; Steve brings in a review praising Chef Emmett's cooking and acknowledging the tavern's bartender, "Abby."

Lopez vs Lopez - "Lopez vs Dateline" (NBC, 9:45PM ET/PT)
When George's controversial new appliance turns up dead, he mounts a true-crime investigation; Chance tests the bounds of honesty with his family.

Bob Hearts Abishola - "Splitting the Hairs" (The CW, 8:00PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
Bob, Douglas and Christina try to get Dottie to make a will; Abishola and Kemi's friendship is tested after Abishola catches Kemi in a lie.

Bob Hearts Abishola - "There's My Nigerians" (The CW, 8:30PM ET/PT) (Repeat)
While Bob and Abishola struggle to pull Dottie out of her depression, Auntie Olu and Uncle Tunde come over to lift her spirits.

Children Ruin Everything - "Bedtime" (The CW, 9:00PM ET/PT)
When James finds an old game console, he and Astrid attempt to find free time to play; but a bedtime routine threatens to eat up all the time between when the kids are supposed to be in bed and when Astrid and James have to go to bed themselves.

Children Ruin Everything - "Drama" (The CW, 9:30PM ET/PT)
Astrid and James struggle to hold onto their identities while raising their two young children in the city.

Complete TV Listings


Sitcom Stars on Talk Shows (Week of December 9)

Friday, December 13

  • Kerry Washington (UnPrisoned) - Watch Kerry on a repeat of Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC.
  • Jimmy O. Yang (Interior Chinatown/Space Force/Silicon Valley) - Jimmy appears on repeats of Jimmy Kimmel Live! at 11:35pm on ABC and on Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
  • Kristin Chenoweth (Trial & Error/Kristin) - Kristin is a guest on a repeat of Late Night with Seth Meyers at 12:36am on NBC.
  • Milana Vayntrub (Other Space), Jessica Lowe (Wrecked) and Jason Ritter (Another Period/The Class) - Milana, Jessica and Jason are guests on a repeat of After Midnight at 12:37am on CBS.
  • Richard Kind (Curb Your Enthusiasm/Spin City/Mad About You) and Fred Armisen (Los Espookys/Forever/Final Space) - NBC's Today catches up with Richard and Fred in the 9am hour.
  • Zosia Mamet (Laid/Girls) - Zosia talks about Laid on NBC's Today in the 10am hour.
  • Christian Slater (Breaking In) and Sarah Michelle Gellar (The Crazy Ones) - Christian and Sarah are sitting down with Drew to talk all about working together on Dexter: Original Sin on The Drew Barrymore Show, so check your local listings.
  • Lisa Kudrow (No Good Deed/HouseBroken/Web Therapy/The Comeback/Friends/Mad About You) - Lisa talks about chats with the ladies of The View on ABC at 11am ET/10am CT-PT.
  • Tom Selleck (The Closer) and Donnie Wahlberg (Return of the Mac) - Tom and Donnie discuss the series finale of Blue Bloods on The Talk on CBS at 2pm ET/1pm CT-PT.
  • Nancy McKeon (The Facts of Life/Can't Hurry Love) - Nancy will be on New York Living on WPIX in New York at 10:05am.


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