Can You Name the Most Famous Sitcom Characters of All Time?

Even if you weren't around when the show aired on television, chances are you've seen a few episodes of "I Love Lucy" in your day. Who could forget when Lucy and Ethel try to work at a chocolate factory?

He loves steak and cigars and he isn't about to change for anyone. If he can't find a good steak, well, just give him all the bacon that you have ... and don't misunderstand him; he means all the bacon that you have.

"Seinfeld" was such a popular show because the characters were unique and rather unlikable. In one episode, George goes on a rant about how Kramer's life is so random and lucky that it kind of makes him jealous.

It's rare to find someone who has never seen a single episode of "The Big Bang Theory," but even if you do, they can probably still tell you a little bit about Sheldon Cooper. This character was so popular, that there was even a spinoff of his younger self.

"The Simpsons" has been on for 30 years and counting. The show gained popularity with a rude son named Bart, but it wasn't until they tapped into the mind of Homer that the show really took off.

In the first season of "The Office", you might think that Michael Scott is one of those bosses just waiting for a lawsuit. However, in the second season and after, his redeeming qualities show and we learn that he just wants to find love and friendship.

When you think of the sitcoms of the mid-2000s, you probably think of "30 Rock." The main character, Liz Lemon, might have a mess of a personal life, but she takes everything in stride as she caters to the talent around her.

"Family Guy" may have been inspired by "The Simpsons" but it evolved to so much more. In the beginning, Stewie was focused on killing his mom, because he thought she was the source of all of his problems.

"The Golden Girls" was a show about four women living together in Miami, trying to make it through their golden years. Together, they had to learn how to grow with each other and face some of the toughest topics of the time.

"Seinfeld" was considered a groundbreaking show because it didn't have one consistent theme running through it at all times. Though it claimed to be a show about nothing, it was really a show about how a stand-up comedian got his material.

Mary Tyler Moore played two iconic TV characters: Laura Petrie on "The Dick Van Dyke Show" and later Mary Richards on "The Mary Tyler Moore Show." The latter broke new ground on television as a single career woman who wasn't that interested in finding a husband.

Not only was Al Bundy the type of guy who didn't care what anyone thought, but he was also the type of guy who wanted to enjoy the little things. He constantly complained about his wife, but he still loved her very much.

Monica Geller was the kind of character a lot of women could connect with. She liked things a certain way and had a knack for cooking well. She also wanted to start a family and have it all.

Sam Malone was a player and everyone saw it. However, he did have a good heart and he always made sure his regulars and his employees were well taken care of. That is what made "Cheers" such a successful show.

Urkel was a sensation in the 1990s. In the show "Family Matters," we see Urkel as the neighbor who is in love with the starring family's daughter Laura. He seems pesky, but we learn that he has a big heart and wants to help those around him.

Samantha Stephens is a witch who falls in love with a mortal and vows to become an ordinary suburban housewife. Of course, things often go haywire, especially when her mother Endora visits and much to her husband's chagrin, she must use magic.

It's safe to say that "Arrested Development" was a show that was ahead of its time. The comedy was difficult for people to wrap their minds around, but those who revisited it loved it so much, they pushed for a comeback, which arrived years later on Netflix.

Barney wasn't always the smartest deputy, but he was one of the funniest. Played by Don Knotts, this character had a unique voice as well as a unique way of solving crimes in the small town where he worked.

Alex P. Keaton was such a successful character because his attitude completely clashed with his parents, who were hippies. His intelligence and drive showed teens of the '80s that it was possible to succeed with hard work.

At first, it's fun to watch Jim torture Dwight, but soon you realize that Dwight is very much like the younger brother in their relationship. When Dwight saves Jim from Roy, you realize that their relationship goes deeper than putting items in Jell-O.

Back in the '80s, "Roseanne" was a new kind of show. It was unapologetic and showed the struggling middle-class lifestyle that most big television studios ignored at the time. This made the show a hit from day one.

It was finally time to have a show that highlighted the LGBT community and "Will & Grace" was that show. It was about a corporate lawyer and an interior decorator who moved in together and helped each other through relationship troubles and other life issues.

Archie Bunker represented the ignorance of his time. However, the character himself did learn and grow, even if he had a smart-mouthed comment to go along with his understanding of each situation.

In "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," we see Will Smith move into his aunt and uncle's house in a very rich neighborhood. His cousin, Carlton tries to teach Will but also learns something in the long run.

Eric's house was the place to be on the show, and everyone knew why. His parents were pretty good at leaving them alone and they could always get into their "inspiration circle" to talk about important things.

"Modern Family" is a new-age show that puts a spotlight on the fact that no family has to be perfect to love each other. Sofia Vergara plays Gloria, the wife of the family patriarch. She is tough and hot-headed, and everyone loves to see her on screen.

Larry David is the name of the actor and the character on "Curb Your Enthusiasm." His character seems pretty unlikeable, but in the end, you realize that he is just being as honest as he can with those around him, which often makes him enemies.

Barney is definitely a player and he's always looking for a high five, but he's one of those characters that you love to see because he is always there to help his friends when they need him most.

Benjamin Franklin "Hawkeye" Pierce is his full name, but everyone just calls him Hawkeye. He's the Chief Surgeon in the M*A*S*H* unit. Few actually realize that this character is based on a character in the novel "The Last of the Mohicans."

"It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" is a show that has very few likable moments with its characters. They are all pretty bad people who do some pretty bad things. However, audiences enjoy it in attempts of looking for a gray area with characters like Frank Reynolds.

Although many of the characters on "Married With Children" are relatable, they aren't always the best people you see. However, that was the entire point of the show: to explain that no one is perfect, but they can still get along just fine.

No matter how many times J.D. seeks the approval and attention from Dr. Cox, Cox always has something else in mind. His character is angry, bitter and disenchanted, but in the end, he loves being a doctor.

Marie played Raymond's mother on "Everybody Loves Raymond." She also lived next door and constantly wanted to help Ray ... sometimes at the expense of his wife Debra. Marie was played by Doris Roberts, the perfect mother figure for a sitcom.

Although most of the drivers in the show "Taxi" think of their jobs as stepping stones to the next job, Alex Reiger is one of the only ones who admits that this is the rest of his life, and he's pretty dry about it.

For fans of "Brooklyn Nine-Nine," you know Jake Peralta as a smart-mouthed detective who doesn't do his paperwork very well, but he's great at his job. The comedy show gives us love interests as well as the dark humor we're looking for.

"Two and a Half Men" didn't seem like a catchy premise for a show, but it ran 12 seasons, including a major character change. This is because the characters in the show played off of each other perfectly, and Alan's neurotic life clashed with Charlie's wild one.

Three comedians together in one house seems like a funny show. Throw in three young girls, and it's a heartwarming show. The only character that was a comedian, however, was Joey, a guy who made rated-G jokes and was successful.

"To the moon, Alice!" The hot-headed bus driver for the Gotham Bus Company may be one of the most memorable sitcom characters from his time. The character himself inspired Fred Flintstone.

Although Al started as the butt of all the jokes on "Home Improvement," it soon came out that he had a big heart and wanted nothing more than to fall in love and start a family. This added depth to his character.

When a known horn dog moves in with two young ladies, you can bet things are going to get hilarious. Chrissy Snow was the ditsy blonde roommate for awhile, until something went awry with Suzanne Somers's contract.