Connie Corleone has been cast as the Schemmenti matriarch on Abbott Elementary. Talia Shire will appear as a guest star on the upcoming holiday special of Abbott Elementary. Aptly, the Italian-American actress known for her roles as Connie Corleone in The Godfather trilogy and Adrian Pennino in the Rocky films will play the mother of Melissa Schemmenti,

The actress, also known for her role in the 'Godfather' franchise, will appear in the sitcom's holiday special on Dec. 4.

Talia Shire will guest star in an upcoming episode of Abbott Elementary Season 4 as Melissa Schemmenti's mother