Patricia Heaton, known for her iconic role as Debra Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond, recently revealed a little-known fact about her time on the show. Heaton, now 65, managed to keep a personal struggle concealed from her co-stars and viewers throughout the filming. As one of television’s most beloved sitcom moms, Heaton’s portrayal of Debra seemed effortless, but behind the scenes, she faced challenges that she kept under wraps.