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Why Did Anna Faris Leave Mom? A Look at the Actress’s Career Break and Personal Journey Anna Faris, best known for her role as Stephanie Morgan in the popular teen comedy Mom (2010–2015), made a notable departure from the series after five seasonally successful years. While the show ended in 2015, Faris’s partial exit and evolving career have sparked fan curiosity about the reasons behind her departure. This article explores the context surrounding Anna Faris’s departure from Mom, her evolving career choices, and the broader narrative behind one of early 2010s sitcom breaks. ### The Mom Era: A Defining Period in Anna Faris’s Career Anna Faris joined the cast of Mom in 2010, a spinoff of Garfield: The Movie that reimagined family dynamics through a modern, comedic lens. Her portrayal of Stephanie Morgan—quirky, ambitious, and fiercely loyal to her role—became a standout element of the show. Over five seasons, Faris anchored the series alongside Andy Richter, Maya Rudolph, and Will Arnett, helping solidify Mom as a cult favorite among fans of workplace and family sitcoms.