Annie Potts Reveals 'Any Day Now' as Her Favorite Role

Actress Annie Potts has expressed that the television series 'Any Day Now' holds a particularly special place in her heart, distinguishing it from her many other memorable roles. She described the show as beautifully written and executed, resonating deeply with her due to her Southern connections.

'Any Day Now' aired on Lifetime from 1998 to 2002. The series centered on the enduring friendship between two women, Mary Elizabeth and Rene Jackson, beginning in Birmingham, Alabama, during the 1960s. It explored their bond against the backdrop of racial segregation and societal changes.

Potts portrayed Mary, with Lorraine Toussaint as Rene. The show effectively used the characters' past and present to examine how their friendship navigated decades of social transformation. The actress also noted that audience recognition for her work, across a career spanning 50 years, consistently brings her satisfaction.