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Sabrina the Teenage Witch marks 30 years since debut

The supernatural sitcom ‘Sabrina the Teenage Witch’ is approaching its 30th anniversary, marking three decades since its 1996 debut. The series, which followed Sabrina Spellman as she navigated life with her magical aunts and a talking cat, remains a significant piece of 1990s nostalgia.

Lead actress Melissa Joan Hart, who played the titular character for seven seasons, has built a sustained career in television and film following the show's conclusion in 2003. The series also saw cast members like Caroline Rhea and Beth Broderick reprise their roles for the Netflix series ‘Chilling Adventures of Sabrina’.

Behind-the-scenes details reveal that Sarah Michelle Gellar was reportedly a top choice for the role before Hart was cast. Additionally, Hart has previously noted that a revival of the original series has not materialized due to the complexities of balancing the character's various identities.

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