Many popular sitcoms of the era shared a world with a similar show on the same connection.

CBS’Everybody Loves Raymondwas no different.

Once upon a time, Ray Barone was seen in an episode ofThe Nanny.

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It’s a wonder how anyone put up with Ray Barone’s attitude.

Ray runs into Fran and her best friend Valerie (Rachel Chagall) in the food line.

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So, while the two were in school together, they sadly weren’t friends at the time.

Unfortunately, Fran Drescher isn’t part of this one.

The Nannywasn’t the only showEverybody Loves Raymondcrossed over with.

Ray Romano and Kevin James on ‘Everybody Loves Raymond’

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The comical everyday life of sports columnist Ray Barone and his dysfunctional family.

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Everybody Loves Raymond

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