Sheila Jackson is a fictional character portrayed by Joan Cusack in the TV series Shameless.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Pilot (season 1), they were 48 years old.
They appear in 44 episodes out of a total of 134 aired and have accumulated 38178 positive votes.
Episodes44
Pilot
episode S1.E1 january 2011Drunken father Frank is of no use to his dysfunctional family; Fiona meets a handsome stranger when her purse is stolen; Lip is shocked to discover his brother Ian is gay.
Frank the Plank
episode S1.E2 january 2011A manhunt ensues after Frank goes on a bender and turns up missing on Friday, the day he never fails to cash his disability check, and turns up in Toronto with no idea how he got there.
Aunt Ginger
episode S1.E3 january 2011Fiona turns her attentions to a cop, Tony, but Steve isn't willing to give up without a fight; Ian is targeted by the brothers of a girl he spurned; the family searches for the elderly aunt who owns their house.
Casey Casden
episode S1.E4 january 2011A sad and lonely Debbie steals a little boy from a birthday party, forcing the family to scheme a way to return him; a web of lies ends in a marriage proposal from Kevin, who is already married.
Three Boys
episode S1.E5 february 2011The family fakes a wedding when they learn Kevin's new fiancee comes with a substantial dowry; Frank deals with bad medical news by spiraling out of control; Steve looks for a new car, with Fiona along for the ride.
Killer Carl
episode S1.E6 february 2011Fiona tries to prove the Gallagher home is suitable for rehabilitating a delinquent; Lip gets busted taking the SAT for fellow students; Frank's poor business acumen continues to have negative consequences.
Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted Father
episode S1.E7 february 2011Frank takes a risk when goons demand the six grand he owes them; Fiona agrees to a night away with Steve, leaving Liam in agoraphobic Sheila's care; Ian is fed up with Mickey's bullying of Kash.
It's Time to Kill the Turtle
episode S1.E8 february 2011When Frank gives up drinking, Sheila worries he'll no longer be attracted to her, while Carl and Debbie enjoy having their dad back - despite Lip's warning that it won't last; Fiona barely notices that Steve's behaving suspiciously.
But at Last Came a Knock
episode S1.E9 march 2011Frank needs his ex-wife's signature to claim some settlement money; Debbie learns that Steve may not be who he says he is; Monica shows up and announces she's taking baby Liam.
Nana Gallagher Had an Affair
episode S1.E10 march 2011Monica's return wreaks havoc on the Gallagher clan, while Frank hits a new low to stop a disability worker from tampering with his benefits.
Father Frank, Full of Grace
episode S1.E12 march 2011Steve tries to convince Fiona to skip town with him while she's trying to get Lip and Ian out of jail; Frank and Karen's secret is revealed, forcing Frank to go into hiding.
Summertime
episode S2.E1 january 2012Frank surrenders baby Liam as collateral in a lost bet, Fiona thoroughly enjoys her youth as a bartender at a local hotspot, Sheila takes steps to finally leave the house, Debbie runs a daycare with Carl, and Ian's business expands.
Summer Loving
episode S2.E2 january 2012Frank seeks new financial footing in fellow bar patron Dottie; her health woes and city pension make her attractive. Fiona juggles her job, kids, and a burgeoning love life, so Jasmine tries to help by setting her up with a sugar daddy.
A Beautiful Mess
episode S2.E4 january 2012Fiona deals with the consequences of sleeping with Craig when his angry wife shows up at the door, agoraphobic Sheila makes it all the way to the hair salon, and Frank realizes his days in the Jackson household are numbered.
Father's Day
episode S2.E5 february 2012Frank tries to claim Eddie's insurance benefits and pension despite being a prime suspect in his death; Fiona attends a ritzy wedding with Richard and lies about her background.
Can I Have a Mother
episode S2.E6 february 2012Grammy Gallagher shows up on medical furlough and tries to track down a former meth lab protege that owes her money; Fiona double dates with Steve and his Brazilian girlfriend; Frank discovers the identity of Eddie's insurance beneficiary.
Parenthood
episode S2.E8 march 2012Fiona and Lip make a pact to earn their diplomas, but Lip acts out and is expelled after he realizes Karen plans to sell their baby; with Grammy near death, Frank leaves and walks in on Ian and Mickey locked in passion at the Kash and Grab.
Hurricane Monica
episode S2.E9 march 2012Monica returns to party with Frank, but nobody thinks she's back to stay; Fiona reconsiders kicking Lip out of the house; Frank is determined to claim every penny his mother left behind.
A Great Cause
episode S2.E10 march 2012Fiona starts to plan for her future now that Monica has returned, but her reprieve may be short-lived; Steve conspires to reunite Estefania with her true love so he can be with Fiona; Lip and Ian learn the true identity of Mandy's baby.
Just Like the Pilgrims Intended
episode S2.E11 march 2012A traditional Gallagher family Thanksgiving includes a suicide attempt by Monica, Carl shooting a bald eagle, a case of willing identity theft, a money grab by Frank, and Karen going into labor.
Fiona Interrupted
episode S2.E12 april 2012Frank schemes to break Monica out of the facility, Jimmy earns his way back.
El Gran Cañon
episode S3.E1 january 2013Now that they're living together, Fiona struggles to accept the new "boring" Jimmy. Frank wakes up in a place completely foreign to him. Lip is sentenced to community service. Baby Hymie keeps Jody and Sheila up all night.
The American Dream
episode S3.E2 january 2013Fiona stresses about the money she used for her club night and it gets worse when Lip finds out. Frank makes his way home and he's the only one who can keep Hymie quiet. Kevin's wife resurfaces.
May I Trim Your Hedges?
episode S3.E3 january 2013Frank tells Carl he has cancer so he can scam a charity foundation. Fiona is blown away by what she's asked to do to get a job as a cashier. Lip leads a crusade to hunt down pedophiles in the neighborhood.
The Helpful Gallaghers
episode S3.E4 february 2013Carl says his goodbyes as he heads off to cancer camp. With Frank on babysitting duty, Sheila wants to introduce Jody to "toy time." Jimmy learns his parents are getting divorced and his dad is gay.
The Sins of My Caretaker
episode S3.E5 february 2013The city of Chicago gives notice that they're doing work on the sewer main. The problem? Aunt Ginger's bones are still buried in the lawn and Frank needs to find her before the city does.
Cascading Failures
episode S3.E6 february 2013A government agency threatens the cohesion of the Gallagher clan. Meanwhile, Kev and Veronica recruit V's mother as a surrogate and Terry catches Mickey and Ian in a compromising situation.
A Long Way from Home
episode S3.E7 march 2013Fiona makes a bold decision regarding her future with the kids. Debbie and Carl continue to deal with their foster homes. Frank prepares for his court appearance by getting sober. Timmy Wong and his mother arrive at Sheila's to take Hymie.
Where There's a Will
episode S3.E8 march 2013The family gathers for the real Aunt Ginger's fake funeral. Frank's cousin Patrick attends and the family conspires against him over Ginger's will. Kev and V continue trying for a baby.
Frank the Plumber
episode S3.E9 march 2013Fiona starts a new office job but has a hard time fitting in with the corporate culture. Frank inadvertently becomes involved in the gay rights movement where he meets Abraham Paige (Bradley Whitford).
Civil Wrongs
episode S3.E10 march 2013While Fiona's job has brought structure into her life, things fall apart when Jimmy drops a bomb on her. Frank enjoys his newfound celebrity as the face of the gay rights movement.
Order Room Service
episode S3.E11 march 2013Fiona takes the kids on a camping trip. Essentially homeless, Frank seeks out Carl, who sneaks him into the Gallagher van for the night.
Survival of the Fittest
episode S3.E12 april 2013Lip is graduating from high school, so Fiona and the family prepare a surprise party for him. Frank wins a bet and uses the winnings to take out Lip for lobster and some quality father/son time.
Simple Pleasures
episode S4.E1 january 2014As we catch up with the Gallagher clan, life at home is thrown into a state of upheaval with the reappearance of Frank. With Lip off at college and Ian still missing, Fiona attempts to connect with Debbie and Carl.
Like Father, Like Daughter
episode S4.E3 january 2014Frank stalks his previously unseen daughter, Sammi, and is surprised to find out she has a son, Chuck. Fiona and Mike get serious. Plus, Sheila has her first successful online date - with a Native American cowboy.
There's the Rub
episode S4.E5 february 2014Fiona's bad decisions involving Robbie finally boil over. Frank and Sammi continue their pursuit of curing his liver trouble. Lip gets a surprise visit at college from Army investigators.
Iron City
episode S4.E6 february 2014The aftermath of Liam's accident lands Fiona in county jail, unsure of Liam's condition or her future. Meanwhile, after almost being killed by the sweat lodge, Frank gets some sobering news about his declining health.
The Legend of Bonnie and Carl
episode S4.E9 march 2014In detention, Carl shares a connection with a troubled girl named Bonnie. Fiona experiences the struggles of job-hunting with a criminal record, while Mickey ignores the birth of his son to spend time with Ian.
Liver, I Hardly Know Her
episode S4.E10 march 2014Fiona goes off the rails, violating multiple terms of her probation by partying with Robbie's degenerate friends. When the family doesn't hear from her, it sends them into search-party mode, not unlike their past experiences with Frank.
Emily
episode S4.E11 march 2014Fiona is hauled away to a correctional facility as Frank wakes up from his operation. Ian crashes Mickey's son's christening, Amanda's parents bribe Lip to stay away. Oh, and DCFS makes an unexpected visit.
Lazarus
episode S4.E12 april 2014Sheila fights for custody of the Native American kids and clashes with Sammi. Fiona gets sprung from jail and lands a job with the help of her parole officer. And Frank begins to feel like his old, troubled self.
Milk of the Gods
episode S5.E1 january 2015It's summertime again in Chicago. Fiona balances her job and a crush on her boss as Lip says goodbye to college and heads back home. Plus, Frank unveils the secret project he's been working on in Sheila's basement.
I'm the Liver
episode S5.E2 january 2015Frank tries to talk Sheila out of an offer from two lesbians who want to buy her home. Plus, Kev bonds with Svetlana, Ian plots revenge against a homophobic military funeral protest, and Fiona is officially off of house arrest.
The Two Lisas
episode S5.E3 january 2015Frank enlists Carl to scare off the lesbians who are buying up the neighborhood. Meanwhile, Ian goes on a crazed cleaning spree of the Milkovich house, Fiona agrees to go to a concert with Davis, and Debbie throws a wild party.
- Pilot
- Frank the Plank
- Aunt Ginger
- Casey Casden
- Three Boys
- Killer Carl
- Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted Father
- It's Time to Kill the Turtle
- But at Last Came a Knock
- Nana Gallagher Had an Affair
- Father Frank, Full of Grace
- Summertime
- Summer Loving
- A Beautiful Mess
- Father's Day
- Can I Have a Mother
- Parenthood
- Hurricane Monica
- A Great Cause
- Just Like the Pilgrims Intended
- Fiona Interrupted
- El Gran Cañon
- The American Dream
- May I Trim Your Hedges?
- The Helpful Gallaghers
- The Sins of My Caretaker
- Cascading Failures
- A Long Way from Home
- Where There's a Will
- Frank the Plumber
- Civil Wrongs
- Order Room Service
- Survival of the Fittest
- Simple Pleasures
- Like Father, Like Daughter
- There's the Rub
- Iron City
- The Legend of Bonnie and Carl
- Liver, I Hardly Know Her
- Emily
- Lazarus
- Milk of the Gods
- I'm the Liver
- The Two Lisas
Best moments10
- Frank enlists Carl to scare off the lesbians who are buying up the neighborhood. Meanwhile, Ian goes on a crazed cleaning spree of the Milkovich house, Fiona agrees to go to a concert with Davis, and Debbie throws a wild party.
- Fiona and Lip make a pact to earn their diplomas, but Lip acts out and is expelled after he realizes Karen plans to sell their baby; with Grammy near death, Frank leaves and walks in on Ian and Mickey locked in passion at the Kash and Grab.
- Monica's return wreaks havoc on the Gallagher clan, while Frank hits a new low to stop a disability worker from tampering with his benefits.
- Frank takes a risk when goons demand the six grand he owes them; Fiona agrees to a night away with Steve, leaving Liam in agoraphobic Sheila's care; Ian is fed up with Mickey's bullying of Kash.
- Grammy Gallagher shows up on medical furlough and tries to track down a former meth lab protege that owes her money; Fiona double dates with Steve and his Brazilian girlfriend; Frank discovers the identity of Eddie's insurance beneficiary.
- Frank schemes to break Monica out of the facility, Jimmy earns his way back.
- A traditional Gallagher family Thanksgiving includes a suicide attempt by Monica, Carl shooting a bald eagle, a case of willing identity theft, a money grab by Frank, and Karen going into labor.
- As we catch up with the Gallagher clan, life at home is thrown into a state of upheaval with the reappearance of Frank. With Lip off at college and Ian still missing, Fiona attempts to connect with Debbie and Carl.
- The aftermath of Liam's accident lands Fiona in county jail, unsure of Liam's condition or her future. Meanwhile, after almost being killed by the sweat lodge, Frank gets some sobering news about his declining health.
- Fiona goes off the rails, violating multiple terms of her probation by partying with Robbie's degenerate friends. When the family doesn't hear from her, it sends them into search-party mode, not unlike their past experiences with Frank.
- The Two Lisas
- Parenthood
- Nana Gallagher Had an Affair
- Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted Father
- Can I Have a Mother
- Fiona Interrupted
- Just Like the Pilgrims Intended
- Simple Pleasures
- Iron City
- Liver, I Hardly Know Her