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treky · 01-30-2006, 01:51 AM

what was the first show you saw where someone died?

For me, the first drama was an episode of "Medical Center"-a medical drama in the 70s.

As for the first sitcom, I don't remember.

MikeLutton · 01-30-2006, 02:02 AM

what is with all the people dying threads all sudden this can get depressing

chopshop · 01-30-2006, 01:23 PM

the sopranos

Dean Winchester · 01-30-2006, 03:01 PM

probably The Chief on Gimme A Break in 1985 (Dolph Sweet died in between the 84-85 and 85-86 season and the season premiere dealt with his death)

Chain Gang Member · 01-30-2006, 04:39 PM

I think it was 8 Simple RUles

Adamantium · 01-30-2006, 05:07 PM

Mr. Hooper on Sesame Street. I believe back in 1983.

My dad recently told me that he remembers having a talk with me about it. On the show, Mr. Hooper died and the gang had to tell Big Bird. It was very sad. At least Mr. Hooper's Store is still around.

Buffyboy323 · 01-30-2006, 09:53 PM

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The first was probably Valerie on The Hogan Family....The saddest was at the end of the episode when the oldest brother was in the attic and he was yelling at his mom, because she left them.

These are also really sad:

Edith Bunker on Archie Bunker's Place. When Archie finds the slipper by the bed. God that's sad.

It was also horrible when Abby Morgan died on Dawson's Creek. The best character on that whole damn show. She got drunk, and drowned.

Jenny from Buffy.

Cordelia on Angel. She went into a coma.

Dr. Mark Greene on ER.

And I guess I can add Johnathan Kent of Smallville to the list. It was sad that he died, but it was heartbreaking to watch the reaction of Martha. (Annete O'Toole)

An 80s Guy · 01-30-2006, 10:09 PM

Edith on Archie Bunker's place

Adam the Great · 01-30-2006, 11:05 PM

It was sad when Coach )Nicholas Colasanto) on Cheers passed away. Coach always made me laugh

Mr. Television · 01-30-2006, 11:27 PM

It was probably James on Good Times. Their might have been some cop shows before that but I really don't remember.

The first real life death was probably Freddie Prinze on Chico And The Man.

comedyfreak · 01-31-2006, 03:36 AM

Freddie Prinze, Chico And The Man they dealt with his death.

Mister Ed · 01-31-2006, 09:35 PM

8 Simple Rules - Very sad episode.

friendsfan77 · 02-01-2006, 05:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Buffyboy323

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The first was probably Valerie on The Hogan Family....The saddest was at the end of the episode when the oldest brother was in the attic and he was yelling at his mom, because she left them.

Also it was sad on the episode where their house burned down and he held that picture of his mom that turned to ashes.

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Buffyboy323 Member Forum Veteran Join Date: Jun 24, 2005 Posts: 6,102	Sitcoms The first was probably Valerie on The Hogan Family....The saddest was at the end of the episode when the oldest brother was in the attic and he was yelling at his mom, because she left them. These are also really sad: Edith Bunker on Archie Bunker's Place. When Archie finds the slipper by the bed. God that's sad. It was also horrible when Abby Morgan died on Dawson's Creek. The best character on that whole damn show. She got drunk, and drowned. Jenny from Buffy. Cordelia on Angel. She went into a coma. Dr. Mark Greene on ER. And I guess I can add Johnathan Kent of Smallville to the list. It was sad that he died, but it was heartbreaking to watch the reaction of Martha. (Annete O'Toole)
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Adamantium TVAdam No More Forum Veteran Join Date: Sep 11, 2002 Location: Springfield, Ohio Posts: 7,839	Mr. Hooper on Sesame Street. I believe back in 1983. My dad recently told me that he remembers having a talk with me about it. On the show, Mr. Hooper died and the gang had to tell Big Bird. It was very sad. At least Mr. Hooper's Store is still around.

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