Fran Drescher is an American actress, comedian, and writer, best known for her role as Fran Fine in the popular television series The Nanny. The show aired from 1993 to 1999 and showcased her distinctive voice and comedic talent, making her a household name. In addition to her acting career, Drescher is an advocate for health awareness and cancer research, having survived uterine cancer herself. She has written books and spoken publicly about her experiences, aiming to inspire others and promote early detection and prevention of cancer.