Designing Women

Designing Women (1986-1993)

EndedScripted showComedy

Julia Sugarbaker, Mary Jo Shively, Charlene Frazier-Stillfield, and Suzanne Sugarbaker are associates at their design firm, Sugarbaker and Associates. Julia is the owner of and is very outspoken and strong-willed. Mary Jo Shively is a divorced single-parent who is just as strong-willed as Julia, but isn't as self-confident. Charlene is a naive and trusting farm girl from Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Suzanne Sugarbaker is a self-centered ex-beauty queen who has a number of wealthy ex-husbands.

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Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S07E22Gone with a Whim (2)Mai 24, 1993
S07E21Gone with a Whim (1)Mai 24, 1993
S07E20The Lying GameMai 7, 1993
S07E19The Woman Who Came to SugarbakersApr. 30, 1993
S07E18It's Not So Easy Being GreenApr. 2, 1993
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the date of the Designing Women premiere?

The Designing Women premiered on September 29, 1986.

Who played the character of sugarbaker?

The character of Sugarbaker was played by Dixie Carter.

Who played the character of Julia Sugarbaker's assistant?

The character of Julia Sugarbaker's assistant, Mary Jo Shively, was played by Annie Potts.

Where was the show 'Designing Women' set in the fiction world?

The show 'Designing Women' was set in Atlanta, Georgia.

Who played the character of Julia Sugarbaker's sister Suzanne?

The character of Julia Sugarbaker's sister Suzanne was played by Delta Burke.

Who played the character of Charlene Frazier-Stillfield?

The character of Charlene Frazier-Stillfield was played by Jean Smart.

What was the profession of the lead characters on 'Designing Women'?

The lead characters on 'Designing Women' were all interior designers.

What was the name of the Sugarbaker company featured on the show?

The Sugarbaker company featured on the show was called Sugarbaker Designs.

Who was the creator of the show 'Designing Women'?

The show 'Designing Women' was created by Linda Bloodworth-Thomason.

What years did the actress Delta Burke win the Primetime Emmy nominations for 'Designing Women'?

Delta Burke won Primetime Emmy nominations for her role in 'Designing Women' in 1990 and 1991.

Was the show 'Designing Women' a comedy or a drama?

The show 'Designing Women' was a comedy.

What awards did the show 'Designing Women' win during its run?

During its run, 'Designing Women' won an Emmy Award and three ASCAP Awards.

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Also known as

  • Mann muss nicht sein (Germany)

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