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There is nothing well than see a beloved character unexpectedly return to the show after all hope for their return has already faded . It is not rare for actors to set out from TV series before the coda , which tend to leave in their characters being written out of the plot . However , in rare cases , previous stamp phallus may fit in to come back for an anniversary episode , the coda , or even permanently if the circumstances that used to foreclose them from shoot the series have changed . For instance , That ' seventy Show ’s Eric left after season 7 , but Topher Grace did make a cameo appearance in the series finale .
The reason for the main actor ’s departure from the show is often quite obvious . There may be a programing difference of opinion with another more profitable task , the cast member may want to get on with their film career , they may have creative differences with the showrunners , and so much more . However , if the actor parts on good term , they can be invite to repay in some capacity in the futurity , bring home the bacon that there is a estimable enough story for their eccentric to be brought back . Michael almost did n’t return forThe Office ’s close , but Steve Carell ’s love life for the projection that had made him famous and his great relationship with series creator Greg Daniels allowed Michael ’s cameo to happen after all .
Not every show is fortunate enough to experience a proper send - off , and series like Sex and the City and The Originals have been robbed of good ending .
8Eric Forman
That ’70s Show
Cast
Topher Grace exitedThat ' 70s Showat the end of season 7 to engage other calling opportunities , and his character , Eric Forman , was mail rather dead to Africa to instruct . Eric ’s departure was sudden and a turn out - of - character , although it could be reason that his off - screen breakup with Donna over the phone in season 8 was even bad . Still , it was exciting to see Eric back in Point Place in the season 8 conclusion , " That ' 70s Finale . " His regaining fixed what was haywire with the way he leave — Eric apologise to Donna , and the two gratefully resign .
7Gina Linetti
Brooklyn Nine-Nine
Gina Linetti was a force of nature , and without her , the 99th Precinct never felt the same . Gina was the only non - cop main character , so when the time for the so-called budget cuts came , she was the one to go . Chelsea Peretti’sBrooklyn Nine - Nineexitwas handle so naturally and amicably that it did n’t seem forced at all . In season 6 , episode 4 , " Four Movements,“Gina make up one’s mind to spread her wing and dedicate her sentence to building an online brand . Peretti come back twice , with her last appearance beingBrooklyn Nine - Nine ’s wholesome finish , " The Last Day , " where Gina select part in the precinct ’s one-year heist . It was the perfect reminder that she was forever part of the squad .
6Jess Mariano
Gilmore Girls
Jess Mariano was one of Rory ’s boyfriend inGilmore Girls , and he roleplay an important role in her life during the show ’s earlier season . After Rory refused to leave Stars Hollow and break up with Jess for good , the character ’s journey on the show was over . In season 4 , episode 21 , " Last Week Fights , This Week Tights , " Milo Ventimiglia bid his goodbyes toGilmore girl , as he wanted to move on to other undertaking . The actor reprised his role for a few episodes in season 6.The former unfit boycame full roundabout — he was now the good nestling , having written a novel and given Rory some life advice .
5Michael Scott
The Office
Michael Scott , the Regional Manager of the Scranton Branch of Dunder Mifflin , was an integral part ofThe Officefor seven seasons . He was the cringeworthy nosy-parker of the position , and yet Steve Carell made Michael so lovable that it was withering to see him go in time of year 7 , episode 22 , " Goodbye , Michael . " The only consoling thinking was thatMichael at last find his one true love , Holly , and they were starting a new life story together . Having been missed for the following two seasons , Michael briefly picture up to be the best man at Dwight and Angela ’s wedding in the time of year 9 finale , " Finale . " For once , Michael bring off not to crave being the center of care .
4Cordelia Chase
Angel
Cordelia Chase , the sack out mean value girl , was a worthful phallus of Angel Investigations for four seasons , but inAngelseason 4 , she fall down into a coma after a demonic maternity . In the time of year 4 finale , " household , " with Cordelia still in a coma , Charisma Carpenter depart from the show due to a toxic surround on the placed ofAngel . In season 5 , episode 12 , " You ’re Welcome , " Cordelia was seemingly all proficient and ready to help Angel beat the forces of dark , but in world , Cordelia never woke up from her coma , and her " mien " was arranged by the Powers That Be . Despite the fact that Cordelia met a heartbreaking terminal , the episode cleanly wrapped up the character ’s electric discharge .
3Mary Winchester
Supernatural
Mary Winchester ’s gruesome destruction jumpstarted the entire journey that Sam and Dean were on for 15 season ofSupernatural . Even though the character was idle from episode 1 , Samantha Smith reprised her part a few multiplication as a spook , a vision , or a memory . What no one expected was for Amara to properly raise Mary as a parting talent for Dean in the time of year 11 finale , " Alpha and Omega . “Mary ’s emotional return spread up a plethora of opportunities to research her relationship with her originate Son . It is a shame that she was killed off by Jack during one of his outbursts in season 14 , episode 18 , " Absence " — Mary Winchester deserved a better 2d dying .
2Coach
New Girl
Winston supervene upon Coach afterNew Girl ’s cowcatcher , and this risky move was attributed to a scheduling conflict with Damon Wayans Jr. ’s other show , Happy finish . Luckily , in season 3 , episode 7 , " Coach , " the character incite back into the attic . Coach ’s return allowed him to produce as a person , grow a deep on - screen family relationship with the rest of the bunch , and even get making love . The theatrical role ’s 2nd exit happened in the time of year 4 finale , " Clean Break , " whenCoach decided to move to New York for his lady friend , May , who got a Book of Job offer there . The actor oft appeared in the later seasons as a guest star , and it was like Coach never even leftNew Girl .
1Rose Tyler
Doctor Who
Rose Tyler ’s loss in the season 2 finale , " Doomsday , " get out a heavy cakehole in the Doctor ’s affection . To the corporate shock of the audience , Billie Piper reprize her part in a rather occult fashion in season 4 , episode 1 , " Partners in Crime , " and went on to appear throughout the time of year . In the finale , " Journey ’s death , " Rose ’s discharge came to a satisfying finis — the Doctor dropped Rose and the Metacrisis Doctor off in the substitute dimensionwhere they lived happily ever after . InDoctor Who ’s 50th - anniversary special , " The Day of the Doctor , " Piper also returned as the Moment , the scruples of the most dangerous weapon in the population who come about to depend exactly like Rose Tyler .
