Actor and Character Overview
Emma Kenney portrays the character Harris Conner on the ABC sitcom The Conners. She is credited as a series regular across multiple seasons, with her role as the eldest daughter central to the show's family dynamics. The series is a continuation of the original Roseanne sitcom, produced by Werner Entertainment and distributed by Warner Bros. Television.
The character Harris Conner is the eldest child of Dan and Jackie Conner, navigating post-high school life and work challenges in the fictional town of Lanford, Illinois. Kenney's performance anchors the show's focus on working-class family struggles, economic pressures, and generational shifts. The series is produced by Werner Entertainment and aired on ABC, a division of The Walt Disney Company.
Series Production and Network Details
The Conners premiered on ABC on October 16, 2018, following the end of the original Roseanne series. The show is produced by Werner Entertainment, Mohawk Productions, and Wind Dancer Films, with Bruce Helford as creator and showrunner. The series is distributed by Warner Bros. Television and is available on the ABC streaming platform and Hulu.
ABC, the network airing The Conners, is owned by The Walt Disney Company and operates as part of Disney's television broadcasting division. The show is filmed primarily in Los Angeles, California, with interior sets designed to replicate the fictional Lanford setting. The series has aired multiple seasons, maintaining its position as a staple in ABC's comedy lineup.
Emma Kenney Career Background
Emma Kenney is an American actress born on September 14, 1999, in New York City. She gained wider recognition for her role as Debbie Gallagher in the Showtime series Shameless before joining The Conners cast. Kenney's career includes roles in film and television, with her work on The Conners establishing her as a prominent figure in ensemble sitcom casting.
Kenney's casting as Harris Conner was announced during the development phase of the series, with her performance contributing to the show's narrative focus on the eldest daughter's independence and career challenges. She has participated in promotional interviews and panel discussions for the series, often highlighting the show's themes of economic resilience and family support. Her role remains a key element of the series' ensemble structure.