Fans were surprised to see Kathy Kinney, best known as Mimi from The Drew Carey Show, looking nearly unrecognizable while grocery shopping in Los Angeles. The 70-year-old actress, famous for her bold makeup and outrageous pranks on Drew Carey’s character, now sports a more natural style.

Kinney rose to fame in the 1990s, stealing scenes in popular sitcoms. Her big break came as Mimi Bobeck, the meddlesome secretary who tormented Drew for nearly a decade across 233 episodes. “She was the happiest addition to the cast,” one fan recalled, noting her iconic blue eyeshadow and quick wit.

Although she stepped back from the spotlight, Kinney has continued creative work and stayed close with Drew Carey. She even reunited with him on The Price Is Right and other shows. “We’ve remained great friends through the years,” Carey once said.

Kinney’s rare appearance comes just weeks after The Drew Carey Show’s 30-year anniversary. Her legacy as Mimi remains unforgettable—and proves that great comedy never fades.