Alicia Goranson

Alicia Goranson, also known as Lecy Goranson, was born on June 22, 1974, in Evanston, Illinois. Her career began early, landing the role of Becky Conner in the television sitcom “Roseanne” (1988–1997; 2018) after only her second audition. She portrayed the character for five seasons, departing in 1992 to attend Vassar College. Her academic pursuits led to a unique situation where she alternated with Sarah Chalke in the role of Becky, a circumstance that became a running gag within the show. During this period, she made her feature film debut in “How to Make an American Quilt” (1995) as Young Hy Dodd, and later took on a more prominent role as Candace in the critically acclaimed film “Boys Don’t Cry” (1999).

Following her initial run on “Roseanne,” Goranson took on various roles in both film and television. She appeared in episode of “Sex and the City” (2004) and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit” (2004), demonstrating her range in dramatic and comedic settings. Her film credits during this time include parts in “Love, Ludlow” (2005) as Myra, “The Perfect Dress” (2007) as Candace, and “The Extra Man” (2010) as Sandra. She also made guest appearances in episodic television such as “Fringe” (2009) and “Damages” (2012).

Goranson returned to the role of Becky Conner in 2018 for the “Roseanne” revival. After the revival’s cancellation, she continued as Becky Conner-Healy in the spin-off series, “The Conners” (2018–2025), appearing in 112 episodes and also contributing as a writer for three episodes. Notably, she wrote season four’s fourteenth episode, “Triggered,” which addressed gun violence in the United States. Throughout her career, Goranson has consistently balanced her acting commitments with other interests, including stage productions and writing, showcasing a diverse set of talents within the entertainment industry.