21 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in TV History

21 of the Most Shocking Character Deaths in TV History



Introduction

Television series have always been an essential part of our lives. We become emotionally invested in the characters we watch, and we root for them as they face various challenges. Some of these characters become our favorites, and we follow their journey eagerly until they, unfortunately, meet their untimely end. Here is a list of 21 characters whose death in TV shows shocked the viewers worldwide.

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1. ### Ned Stark from Game of Thrones



Lord Eddard Stark, head of House Stark and Warden of the North, met his end in the first season of Game of Thrones, shocking viewers who thought he was the main character.

2. ### Bobby Singer from Supernatural

Bobby Singer was an essential character in Supernatural and a father figure to the Winchester brothers. His death in season 7 was heartbreaking for the viewers.

3. ### Glenn Rhee from The Walking Dead

Glenn was one of the most loved characters on The Walking Dead. His death in season 7, by Negan's barbed-wire covered bat, was horrific and gory.

4. ### Will Gardner from The Good Wife

Will Gardner was a main character in The Good Wife. His death in season 5, whilewhilewhilewhilewhilewhilewhilewhile representing a client, was unexpected and deeply saddening.

5. ### Jon Snow from Game of Thrones

Jon Snow, the rightful heir to the Iron Throne and a fan favorite, was killed in season 5 of Game of Thrones. This event resulted in immense anger and disappointment among the viewers.

6. ### Rita Morgan from Dexter

Rita Morgan, Dexter's love interest, and mother of his son, was murdered in the fourth season of Dexter. Her death was shocking, and it changed the course of the show.

7. ### Wallace from The Wire

Wallace was a teenage drug dealer in The Wire. His death in season one was sudden, and it highlighted the harsh realities of street culture in Baltimore.

8. ### Robb Stark from Game of Thrones



Robb Stark, son of Ned Stark, was killed in season 3 of Game of Thrones, along with his mother, brother, and pregnant bride, during the Red Wedding. This episode was traumatic for many viewers.

9. ### Gus Fring from Breaking Bad



Gus Fring, a drug lord in Breaking Bad, was killed in season 4, in a gruesome explosion. His death was mainly unexpected, and it left many viewers in shock.

10. ### Dr. Mark Greene from ER



Dr. Mark Greene was a central character in ER. His death in season 8, due to brain cancer, was heart-wrenching for not only the viewers but the characters in the show as well.

11. ### Omar Little from The Wire

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Omar Little in The Wire was a fan-favorite character. His death in season 5, while buying cigarettes from a convenience store, was tragic for viewers.

12. ### Joyce Summers from Buffy the Vampire Slayer

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Joyce Summers was Buffy's mother in Buffy the Vampire Slayer. Her death in season 5, due to complications from surgery, was a shock to viewers, and it changed the course of the show.

13. ### Derek Shepherd from Grey's Anatomy



Derek Shepherd, also known as McDreamy, was killed in season 11 of Grey's Anatomy due to a car accident. His death was sudden and unexpected, and it left many fans of the show in tears.

14. ### Omar from The Wire



Omar, from The Wire was killed in a convenience store in season five. The character will always be remembered for his wit, intensity, and style.

15. ### Jax Teller from Sons of Anarchy



Jax Teller was the main character in Sons of Anarchy. His death in the series finale left many viewers in disbelief, and it remains one of the most shocking character deaths in TV history.



16. ### Will McAvoy from The Newsroom



Will McAvoy, the lead character in The Newroom, died in the series finale. The sudden death of the character came as a surprise to viewers.

17. ### Dr. Mark Sloan from Grey's Anatomy



Dr. Mark Sloan, also known as McSteamy, was a fan-favorite in Grey's Anatomy. His death in season 9, due to plane crash injuries, left viewers devastated.



18. ### Andrea Harrison from The Walking Dead



Andrea Harrison was a central character in The Walking Dead. Her death in season 3, by suicide, was emotional for both the viewers and the rest of the characters in the show.



19. ### Hank Schrader from Breaking Bad



Hank Schrader, a DEA agent in Breaking Bad, was killed in season 5. His death was heartbreaking for viewers, and it showed how deep the involvement of the main characters was in the drug business.



20. ### Dan Conner from Roseanne



Dan Conner, the patriarch of the Conner family in Roseanne, died in the final season of the show. His death was emotional, and it showed the harsh but realistic side of life.

21. ### Hodor from Game of Thrones



Hodor from Game of Thrones was another character whose death shocked the viewers. The show revealed the origin of his name and how he died, and it left many viewers in tears.

Conclusion



These character deaths made a significant impact on the shows in which they occurred and left a lasting impression on the viewers. Many of these characters were fan-favorites, and their unexpected and untimely deaths left an emotional void in the storylines. Which character death shocked you the most? Let us know in the comments.