Honestly, if you had asked anyone back in 2019 where they thought Lori Loughlin’s career was headed, "back to the Hallmark Channel" probably wouldn't have been the top guess. It’s been a wild few years for the woman the world once knew strictly as Aunt Becky. After the massive fallout from the college admissions scandal, she basically became the face of a national controversy. But things change fast in Hollywood.
What is Lori Loughlin doing now? Well, as of January 2026, she is officially back in the good graces of the network that made her a staple of cozy Sunday night television.
The biggest news hitting the wire right now is her confirmed return to When Calls the Heart. Fans—the "Hearties," as they call themselves—have been clamoring for Abigail Stanton to return to Hope Valley for nearly seven years. In December 2025, Hallmark Media confirmed that Loughlin will appear in six episodes of the upcoming Season 14. That season is set to film throughout 2026 and will eventually air in 2027. It’s a huge deal because, for a long time, it felt like that bridge was permanently burned.
The Great American Family Era
While waiting for the Hallmark doors to reopen, Loughlin didn't just sit around. She found a very welcoming home at Great American Family (GAF). The network's CEO, Bill Abbott, was a long-time supporter and basically gave her a platform when others wouldn't.
She stayed busy with projects like:
- Fall Into Winter: A rom-com where she played a candy shop owner forced to work with a high school nemesis.
- A Christmas List of Blessings: One of the network's heavy hitters for the holiday season.
- When Hope Calls: The spinoff where she first dipped her toes back into the Abigail Stanton character in 2021.
It was a smart move. She kept her acting chops sharp and maintained a connection with the specific demographic that loves her work.
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Living Life in the Public Eye (Again)
It hasn't all been scripted drama, though. Her personal life has seen some pretty massive shifts lately. In October 2025, news broke that Loughlin and her husband of nearly 30 years, Mossimo Giannulli, had separated. Her rep described it as a "break" rather than a final divorce, noting they’ve been living apart for a while.
They’ve been trying to sell their massive $15 million Hidden Hills home, which has seen some major price cuts over the last year. It’s a far cry from the days when they were just a power couple at the Bel-Air Country Club. Speaking of country clubs, she actually poked fun at her own reputation on Curb Your Enthusiasm in 2024. She played a heightened, "blacklisted" version of herself, showing she’s finally comfortable enough to lean into the irony of the scandal.
A New Type of Role: The Police Procedural
If you're looking for her on your streaming apps right now, she’s taking a sharp turn away from the "sweet mother" roles. She’s currently starring in the Prime Video crime series On Call. She plays Lieutenant Bishop, a tough-as-nails law enforcement officer.
Working with Dick Wolf’s production team is a significant "serious actor" milestone. She’s mentioned in interviews that playing someone decisive and unapologetic was a challenge, but one she really needed. It’s a different energy than what we’re used to seeing from her.
What’s Next for Lori?
If you're following her career trajectory, here is the roadmap for what to look for next:
- Watch for the premiere of On Call: If you want to see her range beyond the Hallmark aesthetic, this is the project to check out.
- Keep an eye on the When Calls the Heart Season 13 premiere: While she isn't in this season (which starts January 4, 2026), the storyline will likely start laying the groundwork for Abigail’s big return in Season 14.
- Follow her daughters' projects: Both Olivia Jade and Bella have stayed in the spotlight with their own podcasts, Conversations with Olivia Jade and The Nail Polish Sisters.
The "Aunt Becky" era might be in the rearview mirror, but the Abigail Stanton era is very much back on the table. She's basically proving that in the world of entertainment, there is almost always a second act—or in her case, a very complicated third one.