Talia Shire to Guest Star as Melissa Schemmenti's Mother on 'Abbott Elementary'

The 'Rocky' and 'Godfather' star will appear in a holiday-themed episode airing December 4 as part of a one-hour special.

Talia Shire will portray Teresa Schemmenti, the mother of Melissa Schemmenti, played by Lisa Ann Walter, on the hit ABC sitcom 'Abbott Elementary.'
Her debut will take place in a holiday-themed episode titled 'Winter Break,' which is set to air on December 4 as part of a one-hour special featuring back-to-back episodes.
The episode will center around Melissa hosting her family's Christmas Eve dinner while navigating challenges to make the event perfect.
Bette Midler had publicly expressed interest in the role earlier this year, but Shire ultimately secured the part, marking a notable addition to the show's guest star lineup.
This role adds to Shire's distinguished career, which includes Academy Award-nominated performances in 'Rocky' and 'The Godfather.'