20 TV Moms We Want as Ours

Sometimes, we wish that some of the moms we see on our favorite TV shows were our moms. I'm just kidding, Mom, but if we could choose our mothers, these would be some who would make the list.

Cyra Sanchez
December 3, 2024
4 min read

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Moms can be anything from loving to strict, but these on-screen mothers are everything we wish we were. Their portrayals have captured our hearts with strength, humor, and unwavering love. Don’t you want to know these unforgettable mother figures?

1. Lorelai Gilmore (Gilmore Girls)

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A single mother who works hard to raise her daughter with love, humor, and undying support. Lorelai is the dream mother we wish we had, from being your best friend to having a shoulder to cry on and offer advice to having a good sense of humor.

2. Claire Dunphy (Modern Family)

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Slightly manic, determined, and a strong mother who strives for perfection. A mom who’s there for a good laugh with her hilarious one-liners and pushes us to be our best selves.

3. Tami Taylor (Friday Night Lights)

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She knows the right thing to say, and it’s completely uplifting. Tami is the forever cheerleader mom who will believe in us and encourage us to follow our dreams.

4. Rainbow Johnson (Black-ish)

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The cool mom in the hood, aside from being stylish and brilliant. She will be the mother who teaches you the importance of individuality while still having fun in life.

5. Meredith Grey (Grey’s Anatomy)

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You say fierce!? Meredith is that mom. Her strong feelings will teach us resiliency, hard work, protection, and fighting for what we believe in.

6. Gloria Pritchett (Modern Family)

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A mother like Gloria can make us feel warm and fun. She can fill our lives with laughter, excitement, and endless hugs.

7. June Osborne (The Handmaid’s Tale)

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Your fighter mom is here—a strong, courageous mother who will fight and stand for what you believe in, no matter the cost.

8. Sam Fox (Better Things)

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Her value is balance in life. She can nurture you with honesty, humor, and lots of love. She also instills in you that being yourself is important.

9. Jean Milburn (Sex Education)

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As liberated as she seems, Jean is a mother who understands and is open-minded. She will be there to help you value communication, honesty, and self-acceptance.

10. Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones)

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Brave enough for her children, Daenerys is a strong, independent, and compassionate mother. She will be there for you fearlessly, resiliently, and striving for justice.

11. Catelyn Stark (Game of Thrones)

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Entirely selfless but a wise, protective, and loving mother. She will be there when you need her, from family, honor, and making difficult decisions.

12. Moira Rose (Schitt’s Creek)

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A longer life means being happy - Moira will help you with that. She’s a mom who will embrace your quirkiness and make you live life to the fullest.

13. Joyce Byers (Stranger Things)

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Nothing is impossible. Joyce is the kind of mom who wouldn’t take no for an answer, especially about her children’s safety. She will be brave and persist until you are safe and sound.

14. Lois Griffin (Family Guy)

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Loud and obnoxious as she is, Lois is a loving mother who always knows how to make you laugh. She’ll be there to remind you not to take yourself seriously.

15. Morticia Addams (The Addams Family)

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Mysterious but loving, Morticia is different from your other moms. She’ll help you embrace your identity and never be afraid to be different.

16. Carol Brady (The Brady Bunch)

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Home is where the heart is, and that’s where Carol is. Her warm, loving maternal care makes you feel heard and accepted.

17. Harriette Winslow (Family Matters)

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She values warm unity. Harriette is a wise, strong, and loving mother who’s there if you have difficulty handling a situation. You can learn from her about family, community, and the will to do the right thing.

18. Marion Cunningham (Happy Days)

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A warm and loving home is where you can find a mom like Marion. She will be there to give advice, listen, and make us feel loved and accepted.

19. Clair Huxtable (The Cosby Show)

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With high expectations for your own sake, Clair will nurture you with love, strength, and intelligence. She’ll support you in being hardworking, striving for education, and being your best.

20. Roseanne Conner (Roseanne)

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She’s a family-first mom. Her emphasis on strength, independence, love, and humor in life’s challenges will make you want to be adopted into the family.