When the unthinkable happens and a TV show loses a cast member, production teams face difficult decisions. Join us as we explore the various ways television series have navigated these tragic situations, from heartfelt tributes to character recasting. From "Sesame Street's" poignant handling of Mr. Hooper's passing to "Glee's" emotional farewell to Finn Hudson, these moments blur the line between fiction and reality.
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