Whether or not it’s drama, comedy or one thing in between, TV present writers have by no means been afraid to shock audiences with a memorable character loss of life.
Again in March 1975, M*A*S*H turned a TV loss of life pioneer when Lieutenant Colonel Henry Blake (McLean Stevenson) died within the season 3 finale. The character was headed dwelling after being honorably discharged from the military, however earlier than he may make it, he was killed by enemy hearth.
Some Twenty first-century exhibits, nonetheless, make M*A*S*H‘s shock loss of life look tame.
Misplaced, which ran from 2004 to 2010, turned recognized for its surprising twists earlier than the primary season was even completed. Within the April 2005 episode “Do No Hurt,” viewers have been devastated when Boone (Ian Somerhalder) died after a aircraft fell on him within the jungle, and his passing was just the start.
Manifest, You, Sport of Thrones and extra hit sequence have additionally thrown followers for a loop by killing off fan favorites.
Scroll down for a glance again at a few of the most surprising deaths in TV historical past — and bear in mind, spoilers forward!