Maggie Lawson as Ms. McMartin | Then
The effect of Sheen’s dismissal on the show speaks to some of the inherent insensitivities in its very premise. The loss of most of its fan base because one of the most revolting people in showbiz leaving says more than discussion ever can. Even the romantic escapades became less abrasive to watch. In this case, they had the bizarre idea of adopting a child and both became infatuated with the social worker handling the case, Ms. McMartin. She goes on to briefly date Alan before deciding she would rather date Walden. This would come off a lot worse than it sounds if it weren’t for the shows’ then more amicable and less aggressive take on its protagonists’ romantic demeanors.

Maggie Lawson As Ms McMartin Then
