One of the most celebrated sitcoms of the 1980s followed a group of senior citizens. Believe it or not, there are shocking Golden Girls facts you've never heard before. Four sassy older ladies lived together, loved life, and sometimes got into peculiar situations. With a cast of women who were a combination of Broadway veterans and TV comedy legends, it wasn’t a surprise that the show lasted for seven seasons and is still in syndication with reruns every day. The theme song is so catchy, you'll be singing it all day long. If you don't remember, here's a line: "Thank you for being a friend!" You might think of Dorothy, Rose, Blanche, and Sophia as your friends, but there are some interesting things you may not know about them. Here are some shocking Golden Girls facts from behind the scenes. SHARE these with any fan of the show!

Editor's Note: The article was originally published in October 2016. It has been updated throughout.