The 15 Most Disliked TV Characters of All Time

Some TV characters are written to stir the pot while others become lightning rods for viewer frustration over time. Whether they were schemers, rule breakers, or simply made choices that shook their shows, these figures left strong impressions that fans still argue about. Here is a look at who they are, where they appeared, and the plot beats that defined their reputations. Each entry focuses on concrete details from the series so you can place them in context without any guesswork.

Joffrey Baratheon

Joffrey appears in ‘Game of Thrones’ as the heir who takes the Iron Throne after Robert Baratheon dies. He orders executions, sanctions cruelty toward enemies, and frequently punishes courtiers who defy him. His engagement to Sansa Stark becomes a political cage that isolates her from allies. Joffrey’s death at his own wedding triggers a murder investigation that reshapes alliances across Westeros.

Ramsay Bolton

Ramsay arrives in ‘Game of Thrones’ as the illegitimate son of Roose Bolton who later gains legitimacy. He captures and breaks Theon Greyjoy and uses psychological torment as a tactic of war. His marriage to Sansa Stark becomes a key move in the control of the North. Ramsay’s defeat outside Winterfell ends the Bolton claim and changes the balance of power.

Skyler White

Skyler in ‘Breaking Bad’ manages family finances while uncovering Walter White’s meth operation. She opens a car wash business to launder money and negotiates with dangerous associates to protect her children. Skyler works with her sister Marie and brother in law Hank at key moments during the investigation. Her legal risks and family choices drive several turning points in the final seasons.

Lori Grimes

Lori’s arc in ‘The Walking Dead’ follows a family trying to survive the early outbreak. She navigates a complicated relationship with Rick and Shane after believing Rick had died. Lori’s pregnancy raises medical and safety stakes for the group. Her final storyline forces a difficult decision that shapes Carl’s development and Rick’s leadership.

Andrea

Andrea begins ‘The Walking Dead’ as a survivor who learns firearms and self defense. She forms a bond with Michonne and later becomes involved with the Governor in Woodbury. Andrea attempts to negotiate peace between Woodbury and the prison group. Her fate becomes a crucial link between the two communities and the season’s resolution.

Ted Mosby

Ted is the central narrator of ‘How I Met Your Mother’ who recounts the path to meeting the mother of his children. He cycles through careers, apartments, and relationships that tie into the group’s milestones. Ted’s long pursuit of romance includes near weddings and rekindled flames with Robin. The final reveal reframes earlier episodes and the status of his closest friendships.

Piper Chapman

Piper arrives at Litchfield Penitentiary in ‘Orange Is the New Black’ after a past crime catches up with her. She navigates prison politics while reconnecting with Alex Vause. Piper starts a used panty scheme and later helps expose corruption inside the facility. Her journey tracks changes in the prison system as management shifts and private contracts expand.

Serena Joy Waterford

Serena Joy in ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ is a high ranking wife who helped shape Gilead’s ideology. She oversees Offred while also confronting limits placed on women in the regime she supported. Serena travels abroad to negotiate diplomacy that affects refugee policy. Her shifting alliances with June Osborne influence legal cases and international pressure on Gilead.

Pete Campbell

Pete serves as an ambitious account man in ‘Mad Men’ who pushes for high profile clients. He maneuvers within agency politics and clashes with Don Draper over strategy and credit. Pete’s personal life includes a secret child and a strained marriage to Trudy. His client wins and missteps mark several agency restructurings and mergers.

Jenny Schecter

Jenny is a writer in ‘The L Word’ whose projects and relationships intersect with the core friend group. She directs a film based on their lives, which leads to professional conflicts and personal fallouts. Jenny’s editorial power at a magazine sparks staffing changes and loyalty tests. The final season centers on events surrounding her death and its investigation.

Wesley Crusher

Wesley appears in ‘Star Trek The Next Generation’ as a gifted cadet aboard the Enterprise. He repeatedly participates in scientific solutions and bridge duties beyond his age. A Starfleet Academy incident challenges his integrity and future path. Wesley later encounters the Traveler, which expands his role beyond standard Starfleet service.

Ross Geller

Ross is a paleontologist in ‘Friends’ whose relationships and career fuel many season arcs. His marriages and divorces create custody and co parenting storylines with Carol and Rachel. Ross’s academic work leads to a tenure track pursuit and a sabbatical that affects the group’s routines. The final episodes resolve his on and off history with Rachel and set their family’s direction.

Scrappy Doo

Scrappy Doo joins the Mystery Inc gang in ‘Scooby Doo’ series installments as Scooby’s nephew. He favors charging into danger and shouting catchphrases during investigations. Several retools of the franchise elevate Scrappy’s screen time and adjust the mystery format. Later entries remix the character’s role to fit different target audiences.

Marnie Michaels

Marnie in ‘Girls’ pursues music and personal reinvention while balancing friendships and work. She performs with Desi, which lands gigs and creates creative disputes over control. Marnie’s relationships move between independence and commitment as she relocates and restarts. Her finale storyline shows a new living situation with Hannah and a revised set of priorities.

Gabi Braun

Gabi enters ‘Attack on Titan’ as a Warrior candidate from Marley who trains for infiltration missions. She carries out a pivotal act that escalates conflict between Marley and Paradis. Gabi’s time among Eldians on the island exposes her to opposing histories and beliefs. Her later actions and alliances influence decisions made by Reiner and the Survey Corps.

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