The Showtime Original Series Shameless premiered in 2011 and became an instant hit, with the dysfunctional Gallagher clan you're guaranteed non-stop drama and fun. For ten seasons, Frank Gallagher and his progeny have made us laugh, cry, and celebrate their victories with them. It's been one heck of a ride and with Shameless coming to an end after the eleventh season, we can't help reminisce about all our favorite Shameless moments.
What makes Shameless such a success is the carefully picked cast and the hilarious, but somewhat relatable, storylines that sometimes take a dark turn. Each character on Shameless tells their own unique story, carefully woven into the craziness that adds to the overall aesthetic of the show. Whether a main or supporting character on Shameless, there are those we love and others we simply can't stand. Our favorite characters aren't saints either... most of them are shameless scoundrels.
20 Debbie Gallagher Makes Terrible Life Choices But Is Trying To Turn Her Life Around
Debbie Gallagher's character development on Shameless has been painful to watch, she is not a loveable character. Debbie's journey on Shameless has seen her transition from a kleptomaniac manipulative kid to a selfish irresponsible single mother. It'll be exciting to watch Debbie navigate life without Fiona and hopefully redeem herself.
19 Helené Runyon Has Her Cake And Eats It Too
Helené Runyon got a bad rap for indulging in an inappropriate affair with Lip Gallagher. She was his professor and the dynamics suggest she used her position to lure the naive student, however that's not entirely the case. Granted, Helené has issues she needs to deal with, but that doesn't make her a villain.
18 Svetlana Is The Rebel We Wish We Were
Unpopular opinion: Svetlana was one of the most entertaining characters on Shameless. You want to hate her because she is manipulative and cunning but you can't help but love her because she's a rebel making the most out of the hand she's been dealt. She is a complex character with a lot of personality.
17 Mickey Milkovich Loves Hard
Watching the neighborhood bully come to terms with his sexuality, and embark on a relationship his father does not approve of, was such a crucial moment in Mickey Milkovich's character development. He is living in his truth and that's such a beautiful thing to witness. Mickey loves hard and fights to be with the love of his life.
16 Sheila Is Quirky And Kind
One of the most amazing things about Shameless is that it touches on mental illness. Sheila Jackson's struggle with agoraphobia was relatable. Sheila had her quirks and while most regarded her as the crazy lady, she was witty, loveable, and extremely kind. Sheila was one of the best characters on Shameless.
15 There Is Still Hope For Liam Gallagher To Turn Out... Normal
The youngest Gallagher is no doubt the most adorable one of the clan. Out of all the Gallagher kids, Liam has better odds of turning out... normal. His character development has been watched with bated breath. However, his future looks promising and it couldn't have happened to a better character.
14 Sierra Morton Encouraged Lip's Sobriety
Lip Gallagher has had his fair share of flawed relationships, and one relationship that viewers were behind was that with Sierra Morton. She seemed to genuinely care about Lip and encouraged his sobriety. In the midst of her struggles with her baby's father, she was a strong support system for the troubled Gallagher.
13 Jimmy Lishman May Be A Liar But He Took Care Of Fiona
Jimmy Lishman is a gutless coward, and he lied so much it's hard to like him. He was shrouded in mystery and his disappearing acts got everyone wondering what exactly he was up to when he was gone. The one thing we can't take away from him is that he genuinely took care of Fiona... before it all blew up in his face.
12 Get Yourself A Girl That Believes In You Like Mandy Did Lip
We can all agree that Mandy Milkovich has a few loose screws– she ran Karen Jackson over with her car and carried on as if nothing happened. Her obsession with Lip Gallagher yielded at least one positive thing: Mandy believed in Lip enough to fill out college applications for him.
11 Gus Pfender The Hopeless Romantic
Gus Pfender and Fiona Gallagher tied the knot within a week of meeting each other. Granted, it was rushed and a horrible decision, albeit romantic. He was a hopeless romantic dealing with issues from his past relationship, believing Fiona was the right woman for him. You can't fault him for taking a chance on love.
