As One Day at a Time marks its 50th anniversary, Valerie Bertinelli, who played the role of Barbara Cooper, is reflecting on the show that made her a household name, saying the years went by “in a flash.”
The actress celebrated the milestone on Instagram with a slideshow of images honoring the people and moments that made the show a cultural touchstone for so many viewers. These pics included photos of castmates Mackenzie Phillips (Julie Cooper), Pat Harrington (Dwayne Schneider), and Bonnie Franklin (Ann Romano).
Bertinelli wrote in an accompanying caption, "One Day at a Time premiered on December 16, 1975. I don’t know how, but 50 years went by in a flash. My first major acting job was with these beautiful people, and I will forever be grateful."
Fans echoed Bertinelli’s sentiments, sharing memories of growing up with the series and what it meant to them. Many recalled watching the show with their families and said it still holds a special place in their hearts.
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"My family would gather together to watch One Day at a Time, Alice, and The Jeffersons! Loved all that Norman Lear did!" exclaimed one fan.
"Grew up watching this. Such great memories!" penned a second viewer.
A third Instagram user wrote, "I loved One Day at a Time. I learned so many life lessons from this show, and I am thankful that it was so tastefully written, not to mention the actors were amazing."
A fourth remark came from Bertinelli's former One Day at a Time co-star, Glenn Scarpelli, who played the role of Alex Handris in the series' later seasons. He wrote, "Love you Val." She responded, "Love you back, Glenn."
Why was 'One Day at a Time' so impactful?
One Day at a Time stood out in the 1970s by addressing real and sometimes difficult issues, at a time when most sitcoms focused on idealized family life. Its blend of humor and drama expanded the topics that television comedy could explore, giving audiences characters and problems that felt true to life.
The show was groundbreaking for its portrayal of a single, working mother. It focused on a woman navigating independence and family challenges, broadening the representation of women outside of traditional sitcom roles.
The series ran from 1975 through 1984. Although the core cast included Bertinelli, Harrington, Phillips, and Franklin, the show was rich with supporting actors who helped make the Romano/Cooper family feel more authentic.
According to the Television Academy website, these actors included Nanette Fabray, Richard Massur, Michael Lembeck, Ron Rifkin, Shelly Fabares, Boyd Gaines, and Howard Hessman, to name a few of the talented actors who passed through the family's apartment door.
Bonnie Franklin died at the age of 69 on March 1, 2013. Pat Harrington died at age 86 on January 6, 2016.
View this post on InstagramMackenzie Phillips recently announced via Instagram that she would be stepping back from her day-to-day work at Breathe Life Healing Centers, but would continue her speaking work and remain an advocate for sobriety. Valerie Bertinelli will release her seventh book, Getting Naked: The Quiet Work of Becoming Perfectly Imperfect, in March 2026.
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