The Cast Of Mom Series: Where Are They Now In 2025? (Recent Projects & Full Biography)
The beloved CBS sitcom Mom, which expertly balanced sharp comedy with the serious themes of addiction, sobriety, and family dysfunction, concluded its eight-season run in May 2021, leaving a significant void in television’s landscape. As of December 2025, fans are eager to know what the talented ensemble cast—who brought the world of Bonnie Plunkett, Christy Plunkett, and their AA support group to life—has been up to. From Oscar-winning stars landing new prestige TV roles to comedy veterans returning to the big screen, the actors have been busy with new projects and career milestones since the series finale.
This comprehensive deep dive provides the most current updates on the main cast of the Mom series, detailing their latest 2024 and 2025 projects, their full professional biographies, and the lasting impact of the Chuck Lorre sitcom. We explore the careers of the core cast members who anchored the show, especially after the unexpected departure of lead actress Anna Faris prior to the final season. The cast continues to thrive across film, television, and advocacy.
Full Cast & Main Character Biographies (The Plunketts & The Women of AA)
The success of Mom rested on the incredible chemistry and dramatic depth of its core ensemble. Here is a detailed look at the actors who played the central figures in the show's powerful narrative on recovery and female friendship.
- Allison Janney (Bonnie Plunkett)
- Born: November 19, 1959, in Dayton, Ohio.
- Key Career Highlights: A seven-time Emmy winner and Academy Award winner (for I, Tonya). Janney is renowned for her roles as C.J. Cregg on The West Wing and the voice of Peach in Finding Nemo.
- Character Arc on Mom: The volatile yet loving matriarch, Bonnie Plunkett, whose journey from a reckless addict to a stable, married woman served as the emotional core of the series after Christy's exit.
- Anna Faris (Christy Plunkett)
- Born: November 29, 1976, in Baltimore, Maryland.
- Key Career Highlights: Gained prominence as Cindy Campbell in the Scary Movie franchise and starred in films like The House Bunny and Lost in Translation. She also hosts the popular podcast Anna Faris Is Unqualified.
- Character Arc on Mom: The recovering alcoholic and single mother of two, Christy Plunkett, who strives to turn her life around by pursuing a law career. Her departure at the end of Season 7 allowed her character to attend law school at Georgetown.
- Jaime Pressly (Jill Kendall)
- Born: July 30, 1977, in Kinston, North Carolina.
- Key Career Highlights: Emmy winner for her role as Joy Turner on the NBC sitcom My Name Is Earl. She began her career as a model before transitioning to acting.
- Character Arc on Mom: The wealthy, often superficial, but deeply troubled Jill Kendall, whose struggles with addiction and motherhood brought both humor and drama to the AA group.
- Mimi Kennedy (Marjorie Armstrong-Perugian)
- Born: September 25, 1948, in Rochester, New York.
- Key Career Highlights: A veteran actress, author, and political activist, known for her roles in Dharma & Greg (as Abby O'Neil) and the political comedy Veep.
- Character Arc on Mom: Marjorie, the wise and long-sober sponsor, was the steady anchor of the group, often providing tough love and guidance to Bonnie and the others.
- Beth Hall (Wendy Harris)
- Key Career Highlights: Hall is a late-blooming actress who had a recurring role as Caroline in Mad Men before landing her series regular role on Mom. She is also a theater and commercial actress.
- Character Arc on Mom: Wendy Harris, the perpetually overlooked but kind-hearted nurse and member of the AA group. Her running gag of being invisible to the others was a source of consistent, gentle humor.
- William Fichtner (Adam Janikowski)
- Key Career Highlights: A prolific character actor known for his roles in major films like Heat, Armageddon, The Dark Knight, and the TV series Prison Break.
- Character Arc on Mom: Adam Janikowski, Bonnie’s wheelchair-using love interest and eventual husband. His grounded, patient nature provided a perfect foil and a stable relationship for Bonnie Plunkett.
The Plunketts and Their Next Chapter: Allison Janney and Anna Faris’s 2025 Careers
The dynamic between Allison Janney’s Bonnie and Anna Faris’s Christy was the heart of Mom for seven seasons, and both actresses have successfully moved on to new, high-profile ventures in the years since the show’s conclusion. Their careers highlight the topical authority of the show’s alumni.
Allison Janney: From Sobriety to Palm Beach Royalty
Allison Janney’s career continues its stellar trajectory. In 2024, she was featured in a major role in the Apple TV+ series Palm Royale, a period comedy where she starred alongside Kristen Wiig and Carol Burnett. Her performance as the high-society matriarch, Evelyn, showcased her versatility beyond the Bonnie Plunkett character.
Furthermore, Janney made a memorable guest appearance in the series finale of Larry David’s Curb Your Enthusiasm in April 2024. Looking ahead, Janney has joined the cast of the highly anticipated second season of the Netflix political drama, The Diplomat, further solidifying her status as a powerhouse across both comedy and drama.
Anna Faris: Back to the Big Screen
Anna Faris, who departed Mom before the final season to pursue other opportunities, has focused on her film career and popular podcast. In a major 2024 release, Faris starred in the sequel comedy film, My Spy: The Eternal City, which premiered in July 2024.
She is also attached to several other upcoming film projects, including the Andrew Niccol film I, Object and the comedy Summer Madness. Her focus on film, coupled with her successful podcast Anna Faris Is Unqualified, demonstrates a clear pivot from the long-term commitment of a network sitcom, allowing her to explore diverse roles and creative avenues.
The Women of the Bistro: New TV Roles and Advocacy
The supporting cast, who formed the core of the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) support group at The Bistro, have also found new success, with several landing roles in new television series and continuing their work in social advocacy. The themes of addiction and recovery remain an important part of their professional legacy.
Jaime Pressly (Jill Kendall)
Jaime Pressly, who played the troubled but lovable socialite Jill Kendall, has returned to network television in a new capacity. In February 2024, Pressly guest-starred in the new CBS police procedural comedy-drama, Elsbeth, which is a spin-off of The Good Wife. Her role as Tiffany "Tiff" Ann Giles in the episode "A Classic New York Character" was a fresh turn for the Emmy-winning actress, showcasing her comedic timing in a new dramatic setting.
Mimi Kennedy (Marjorie Armstrong-Perugian)
Mimi Kennedy, the show’s moral compass, Marjorie, continues her work as an actress, author, and dedicated activist. While her on-screen roles remain selective, she was recently part of a short film that screened at the Gig Harbor Film Festival in 2024. Kennedy’s long-standing commitment to political and social causes, a theme that often paralleled her character's compassionate nature, continues to be a major focus of her public life.
Beth Hall (Wendy Harris) and William Fichtner (Adam Janikowski)
Beth Hall, who portrayed the sweet and often overlooked Wendy Harris, has channeled her energy into acting coaching and production work since the series concluded. Her memorable recurring role as Caroline on Mad Men and her strong background in theater continue to define her career. Hall's work behind the scenes and in education is a testament to her passion for the craft.
William Fichtner, whose character Adam provided the much-needed emotional stability for Bonnie, has maintained his status as one of Hollywood's most reliable character actors. While not tied to a specific 2024 sitcom, Fichtner is constantly working across film and television, leveraging his established reputation from major projects like Heat, Contact, and Prison Break. His extensive filmography ensures a consistent presence in the entertainment industry.
The Legacy of the Mom Series and Its Topical Entities
The enduring popularity of the Mom series stems from its willingness to tackle heavy subjects with humor, a hallmark of the Chuck Lorre sitcom empire. The show's success created a powerful topical entity around the themes of addiction, co-dependency, and the complexities of the mother-daughter dynamic. The series is frequently cited in discussions about television that accurately portrays the sobriety journey and the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) community.
Even after the Christy Plunkett's exit (Anna Faris’s departure) and the series finale, the show’s legacy remains strong. It successfully transitioned from a traditional family sitcom to a true ensemble comedy focused on the women in the AA room, proving that a show could be both hilarious and deeply meaningful. The cast, with their current projects in political dramas, prestige comedies, and major film sequels, ensures that the spirit of Mom lives on in the diverse and successful careers of its alumni. Their continued success is a powerful final chapter to one of the most important sitcoms of the 2010s.
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