 Jones, being a fan of "Glee" and having worked with series co-creator Ryan Murphy on "Nip/Tuck" and "Pretty/Handsome", asked co-executive producer Brad Falchuk during an encounter at a supermarket if she could be on the show.Soon after, the character of Coach Shannon Beiste (later Sheldon) in "Glee" was created for her.She guest starred in seasons two, three, four, and five, and was a main cast member for the sixth and the final season.