Sally Struthers: 79 and Still Earning Theater Roles

Sally Struthers, the celebrated actress recognized for her roles as Gloria Bunker on "All in the Family" and Babette on "Gilmore Girls," recently marked her 79th birthday on July 28. With a career spanning over five decades and nearly 80 acting credits, Struthers continues to captivate audiences.

She expressed her delight in reaching two distinct generations of fans with her memorable characters. Struthers remains active in the industry, with her most recent theater performance as Mrs. Peck in "An Old-Fashioned Family Murder" in late 2025. She also joined Season 2 of the Netflix series "A Man on the Inside."

Struthers consistently receives offers for theater productions, noting that she typically no longer needs to audition. She credits her enduring success and the continued opportunities to her foundational work on "All in the Family" over 55 years ago, finding immense gratitude for the doors her career has opened.