'Young Sheldon' Favorite Lands Role as Feisty Aunt in New Medical Show
'Young Sheldon' Favorite Lands Role as Feisty Aunt in New Medical Show originally appeared on Parade.
Annie Potts, who played the beloved role of the sharp-tongued yet warm-hearted Meemaw on CBS’ Young Sheldon, is stepping into a new and exciting role.
The 72-year-old star officially joined the regular cast of Best Medicine, an upcoming TV show from Fox based on the U.K. hit comedy-drama series Doc Martin, according to Variety.
AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R14e4kr8lb2m7nfddbH1» iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R24e4kr8lb2m7nfddbH1» iframeThe veteran actress will star alongside Josh Charles, Abigail Spencer and Josh Segarra, who were previously confirmed for their roles.
In the upcoming one-hour TV show, viewers will see Potts play the role of Joan, a tough-as-nails and fiercely independent aunt of the lead character, Martin Best. She makes her living by catching lobsters on her boat every day.
However, behind her charming yet stern exterior, Aunt Joan harbors a few secrets, including why she lost touch with her nephew for years.
The soon-to-be-released medical dramedy follows the story of Martin Best, played by Charles. He is set to take on the role of a highly respected surgeon in Boston.
AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R1ae4kr8lb2m7nfddbH1» iframe AdvertisementAdvertisement#«R2ae4kr8lb2m7nfddbH1» iframeHowever, amid his almost perfect career, he suddenly quits and leaves the big city to work as a general doctor in a small, charming seaside town on the East Coast.
Although the quaint neighborhood felt familiar, setting foot back in it wasn’t easy for Martin, especially given his blunt, no-nonsense attitude.
His directness quickly caused friction with Louisa Glasson, a local school teacher played by Spencer.
Best Medicine is set to begin production this summer in upstate New York and will premiere as part of FOX’s midseason lineup for the 2025-2026 season.
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'Young Sheldon' Favorite Lands Role as Feisty Aunt in New Medical Show first appeared on Parade on Jul 10, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
