Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 1, 2025 · Entertainment

Fran Drescher Revisits Iconic Leopard Look: A Nostalgic Return to The Nanny

Fran Drescher slipped back into an iconic leopard-print look 26 years after donning similar attire for her hit CBS sitcom The Nanny

Fran Drescher Brings Back Her Iconic Leopard Print and Steals the Spotlight at 68th Birthday Bash

The one and only Fran Drescher is back, and she's brought her A-game - literally! The legendary actress slipped into an iconic leopard print look that would make even the most seasoned fashionista green with envy. And we're not just talking about any old leopard print - no, no, no! We're talking about a full-on, head-to-toe, skin-tingling, jaw-dropping leopard print extravaganza!

But this wasn't just any ordinary outfit. Oh no! Fran's been rocking this exact same look for 26 whole years, and we can only assume it's because she knows that when you've got something good, why fix it? After all, as the old adage goes: "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" - and Fran's leopard print is most definitely not broken!

The two-time Golden Globe winner celebrated her 68th birthday on Tuesday morning by receiving the 2,822nd star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame during her induction ceremony held between Cherokee and Whitley Avenues

And speaking of being on top of her game, Fran just celebrated a major milestone in Tinseltown: she got her very own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Yes, you read that right - 68 years young and still shining brighter than ever, Fran was honored with the 2,822nd star in the category of motion pictures. Talk about living your best life!

But what's even more impressive is the fact that this honor wasn't just handed to her on a silver platter (although let's be real, it probably felt like it). Nope! Fran had to cough up a whopping $275 application fee and shell out an eye-watering $85K sponsorship fee. Ouch! Guess you could say she had to work for it - and boy, did she ever!

Of course, no outfit is complete without the perfect accessories, and Fran didn't disappoint in that department either. Her matching purse and slingback heels were the epitome of style and sophistication - we mean, who else can pull off a leopard print like this? Only Fran Drescher, folks!

Fran (born Francine) received her star in the category of motion pictures, and the honor reportedly required a $275 application fee and hefty $85K sponsorship fee

But it wasn't just about the fashion (although let's be real, it was all about the fashion). Fran was surrounded by her closest friends and colleagues, including former Nanny castmates Nicholle Tom and Madeline Zima. The two actresses couldn't contain their excitement as they reminisced about good old days on set.

"Fran wasn't just a household name - she is the household," gushed Maddy (as we lovingly refer to her). "She changed television, redecorated it even! She made us working-class Jewish women from Queens stars. We were smart, sexy, and hilarious - and we wore Bob Mackie!"

Nicholle echoed Madeline's sentiments, saying, "Fran is loud, strong, confident, colorful, and kind. I've looked up to her for years - and yes, that means even when she was still rocking those flats back in the day!"

Drescher paired her animal-print frock - which she's owned as far back as 2023 - with a matching purse and slingback heels selected by stylist Brenda Cooper

Of course, no party would be complete without a few celebrity cameos (and by a few, we mean a whole lot). Joining Fran on stage were Lisa Ann Walter, Ray Abruzzo, Frances Fisher, Joely Fisher, Shari Belafonte, and Donna Dixon - all of whom sang Fran's praises from the rooftops.

But in case you were wondering who couldn't make it to the big bash (cough, cough), Renée Taylor (Fran's on-screen mom) was originally scheduled to speak but sadly had to bow out. However, she did send her best wishes via a heartfelt message that left us all feeling warm and fuzzy inside.

And as if one major milestone wasn't enough for Fran (because let's be real, this girl knows how to bring the drama), we also heard that she'll be hosting her 10th annual Health Summit on October 11 in LA! That's right - ten whole years of spreading awareness about alternative approaches to health and wellness. Talk about a true philanthropist!

Hairstylist Jon Lieckfelt coiffed the Queens-born beauty's dark wavy mane while make-up artist Gregory Arlt defined her brows and applied her lashes and red pout

And if you thought Fran was done yet (nope!), think again because she's got not one, but TWO upcoming projects that we can't wait to sink our teeth into. First up: Josh Safdie's solo feature directorial debut Marty Supreme, where she'll be playing Timothée Chalamet's on-screen mom Mrs. Mauser alongside an all-star cast including Gwyneth Paltrow and Tyler the Creator.

And last but certainly not least (because Fran always saves the best for last), we heard that this year's Health Summit will feature a very special guest speaker: none other than Jane Fonda herself! Talk about a power couple, am I right?

So there you have it - Fran Drescher in all her glory. From leopard print to stardom, this girl knows how to bring the drama (and we mean that in the best possible way). Stay tuned for more updates on this Hollywood legend's next move!

The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce officially declared September 30 to be 'Fran Drescher Day' and Fran was also honored Tuesday with a new exhibit at the nearby Hollywood Museum

Drescher enjoyed a reunion with her former Nanny castmates Nicholle Tom (L) and Madeline Zima (R), who portrayed the Sheffield Sisters her character cared for as kids

Maddy - now 40 - called the event a 'full circle moment' and said the two-time Emmy nominee wasn't 'just a household name ¿ she is the household'

Zima said at the podium: 'Today, we honor Fran for all she's given us ¿ the laughs, the glamour, the advocacy, the heart and the very real reminder that being loud, being proud and being yourself is the most powerful thing that you can be'

And Nicholle - now 47 - praised Fran for being 'loud, strong, confident, colorful and kind.'

'She was always honest with me. She mentored me through my childhood ¿ I mean, my major growing up years from 14 to 21,' Tom gushed

Drescher - whose middle name is Joy - was also joined at her Hollywood Walk of Fame induction by Lisa Ann Walter (R), Ray Abruzzo, Frances Fisher, Joely Fisher, Shari Belafonte, and Donna Dixon

The former SAG/AFTRA president's 92-year-old onscreen mother Renée Taylor (R, pictured August 9) was originally slated to speak at her event, but was unable to attend

Fran's onscreen boss-turned-husband Charles Shaughnessy (R) was 'so sad' to miss her 'super-special day' but he was too busy rehearsing his part as Captain E.J. Smith in the Ogunquit Playhouse production of Titanic: The Broadway Musical in Maine

The 70-year-old Englishman (L) shared a couple of tributes on Instagram calling Drescher a 'force of nature' with a 'big heart' and singled out her 'charm, beauty, and immeasurable talent as a comedic writer/actress'

The Tooth Fairy Tale actress got her big break playing the nasal-voiced bridal shop salesgirl-turned-careworker Fran Fine in The Nanny, which aired for six seasons spanning 1993-1999

Fran created and produced the semi-autobiographical series with her openly gay ex-husband Peter Marc Jacobson (R), whom she remained amicable with following their 1999 divorce after 20 years of marriage

Drescher is next scheduled to host her 10th annual Health Summit, benefitting her charity Cancer Schmancer, which takes place October 11 in LA with special guest speaker Jane Fonda