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2026-08-06 15:56 UTC
When the brilliant Hal Williams joined the ancestors, it sparked a discussion in our house about the best "TV Dad" of all-time.
Some dropped off the list in a hurry.
Michael Landon sexually harassed Karen Grassle throughout the run of the series. Nope.
Bill Cosby represented a toxic blend of rape culture and respectability politics. Nope.
Some never had a chance.
John Amos was in 61 episodes before his character was killed to reinforce stereotypes.
Television daddy things.
#TV #Television
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@YakyuNightOwl@mastodon.world 2026-08-06 16:31
After some coffee and contemplation... A collection of best "TV Dads" has to include Hal Williams, Ralph Waite, Andy Griffith, John Goodman, and Bryan Cranston, right? Redd Foxx and John Mahoney easily top the list of fathers living with adult sons. What do you think?