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Sara Gilbert

Sara Gilbert is an American actress, producer, and television personality best known for playing Darlene Conner on the sitcom Roseanne and its sequel The Conners.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sara Gilbert is an American actress, producer, and television personality best known for playing Darlene Conner on the sitcom Roseanne and its sequel The Conners. She also created and co-hosted The Talk and has appeared in numerous television series, including The Simpsons and The Big Bang Theory.

Early life and education

Sara Gilbert was born Sara Rebecca Abeles on January 29, 1975, in Santa Monica, California. She graduated from Yale University in 1997 with honors, majoring in art with an emphasis on photography.

Acting career

Gilbert gained prominence for her role as Darlene Conner on the sitcom Roseanne, receiving two Primetime Emmy nominations. She later reprised the role in the Roseanne revival and subsequently in The Conners. Her television credits include guest or recurring roles on The Simpsons, 24, Will & Grace, ER, Grey's Anatomy, and The Big Bang Theory.

Television hosting and production

Gilbert co-created, co-hosted, and executive produced the daytime talk show The Talk, which won a Daytime Emmy during her involvement. In 2019, she co-founded the production company Sara+Tom with Tom Werner.

Public profile

Gilbert has been a recurring figure in American television for decades, known for her work as an actress, producer, and writer. Her career spans acting, hosting, and behind-the-scenes production roles.

Key facts

  • Gilbert gained prominence for her role as Darlene Conner on Roseanne, earning two Primetime Emmy nominations.
  • She reprised the role of Darlene in the Roseanne revival and later in The Conners.
  • She was a co-host, creator, and executive producer of The Talk, which won a Daytime Emmy during her involvement.
  • Her television credits include guest or recurring roles on shows such as The Simpsons, 24, Will & Grace, ER, Grey's Anatomy, and The Big Bang Theory.
  • She graduated from Yale University in 1997 with honors, majoring in art with an emphasis on photography.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sara Gilbert best known for?
She is best known for playing Darlene Conner on Roseanne and The Conners.
When was Sara Gilbert born?
She was born on January 29, 1975.
What is Sara Gilbert's birth name?
Her birth name is Sara Rebecca Abeles.
Did Sara Gilbert attend university?
Yes. She graduated from Yale University in 1997 with honors.
What talk show was Sara Gilbert associated with?
She co-created, co-hosted, and executive produced The Talk.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sara_Gilbert
    Supports: Birth date, Yale graduation, acting credits, The Talk role, Sara+Tom formation
  2. ABC — https://abc.com/cast/f448039f-a0e6-4520-8630-bc7e051b3fa5
    Supports: Roseanne/The Conners role, The Talk involvement, television credits
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0004960/
    Supports: Birth name, birthplace, acting credits, early career details
  4. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sara_Gilbert
    Supports: Roseanne prominence, Emmy nominations, The Conners