Some TV series feature characters so iconic, unforgettable and successful that the idea of replacing them would be unthinkable. However, cases like this have happened. Some of them, by the way, were central figures in the plot.
O awesome.club created a list of famous people who, although they were at the height of fame and professional success, left the attractions that made them known worldwide. Follow the stories.
1. Charlie Sheen was fired for bad behavior
For nine seasons, Charlie Sheen starred in one of the sitcoms Warner’s most remembered: Two and a Half Men 🇧🇷Two and a half Men🇧🇷🇧🇷 Nobody had doubts that he was the big star of the attraction, but in 2011 the plot suffered an interruption. The reason was that Charlie had been showing behavior problems, in addition to having personally attacked the creator of the program, Chuck Lorre, which caused personal problems between the two. Ultimately, Charlie was fired (his character was written out of the story entirely) and replaced by Ashton Kutcher.
2. Anna Faris turned down a memorable role in her career
Anna Faris is one of the most beloved comedy actresses by the public and the protagonist of the series. Mom🇧🇷 However, after the seventh season, the actress refused to return to embody the role of Christy, a single mother who tries to correct some mistakes in her life. Although there is no apparent reason for her departure, Anna Faris has stated that it was one of the most rewarding roles in her career.
3. Ruth Wilson Had Serious Problems On Set
Ruth Wilson won a Golden Globe for her portrayal of Alison Bailey on the series The Affair. However, she decided to leave the program suddenly. At first there seemed to be no apparent reason, but then Ruth explained what was going on. Not only did she suffer in a toxic work environment, she disagreed with the large number of unjustified scenes.
4. Christopher Meloni chose not to renew his contract
After twelve years on the air, actor Christopher Meloni left the cast of the series Law & Order: Special Victims Unit🇧🇷 The reason was that the production and the actor could not reach an agreement involving the contract, so Meloni preferred to put an end to the working relationship. In the series, the character retired.
5. Mischa Barton left the series at a difficult personal time
The actress had as many problems as Marissa Cooper, the character she played in the series The OC. Her departure from the plot seemed a matter of time, since she was no longer enjoying Marissa’s direction, as she herself confirmed (in addition to bad behavior and problems with the law), preferring not to continue her participation. The character died in a traffic accident before the incredulous gaze of fans.
6. Pamela Anderson preferred motherhood
Pamela Anderson’s name became the rage in the 1990s. Her role as a lifeguard in Baywatch: SOS Malibu was iconic, but after the birth of her first child, the actress decided to dedicate herself fully to the family, choosing to leave the attraction.
7. Steve Carell left despite being the soul of the show
Steve Carell is one of the most remembered comedians of our time, whether in movies or on TV. And it’s obvious that The Office was no exception. However, the actor had a contract until the seventh season, and at the time, there was no final decision involving his permanence in the plot. Although Steve has expressed an interest in continuing, the producers of the NBC network did not seem to have the same plans. Therefore, this may have been the reason why the actor stopped being part of the cast.
8. Kourtney Kardashian has been exposed enough in the media
A lot of people were surprised by the fact that Kourtney Kardashian left the reality show who starred. However, after 18 seasons, the model and actress decided to discontinue her participation in Keeping Up With The Kardashians🇧🇷 According to Kourtney’s own statements, the program turned family life into a toxic environment.
9. Jim Parsons has put an end to his relationship with Sheldon
Sheldon Cooper’s face is so familiar that it goes without saying that the character was one of the show’s most beloved characters. The Big Bang Theory. However, after 12 years of success, Jim Parsons, the actor who gave life to one of the most eccentric geniuses in television history, decided to leave the production. He claimed to have had an “intense summer” when he broke his foot and had to deal with the death of his dog, all before season 12 began filming. In the face of this, the producers had no choice but to end the series.
10. Jennifer Morrison decided to leave the series at a critical moment
After seven years playing Snow White’s daughter with Prince Charming in Once Upon a time, Jennifer Morrison thought it best to leave the project. At the time, the series was going through a critical moment. Although the character of Emma Swan is loved by many, the actress said that it was simply time to open up to other opportunities, after almost 13 years acting only in exclusive roles for TV.
11. Ashton Kutcher left in search of more ambitious projects
It is unquestionable that That ’70s Show served as a springboard for Ashton Kutcher’s career, but after seven seasons, the actor chose not to renew his contract. This happened because, after becoming world famous, Kutcher preferred to go out in search of more ambitious projects. Kelso, his character, left the plot claiming to have moved to Chicago in order to be closer to his daughter. The actor only returned to make special appearances in the last season and at the end of the series.
For you, which of the outputs mentioned above was inevitable? In your opinion, what should happen to series where one of the main actors leaves the plot? Comment!