Sure, you thought your girlfriend’s father was unapproachable, terrifying and downright nasty when you first met him. But when you stack him up against some of these classic characters from television, he’s practically Mr Rogers. Get ready to quiver in your boots (and thank God you’re not dating any of these daughters) at the thought of TV’s most intimidating dads.
He’s: Rowan “Eli” Pope, Command of the elite black ops program B613
She’s: Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington), lawyer and crisis manager, Pope & Associates
Though Eli is hands down the most powerful man in the free world (c’mon, even the president needs to ask his permission to do anything), it’s actually Liv’s mother who leaves us wetting the bed at night. The entire family’s ballistic, but for a chance at Kerry Washington, we think it’d be worth putting in the time at a few of those insufferable father/daughter Sunday night dinners.
She’s: Olivia Pope (Kerry Washington), lawyer and crisis manager, Pope & Associates
Though Eli is hands down the most powerful man in the free world (c’mon, even the president needs to ask his permission to do anything), it’s actually Liv’s mother who leaves us wetting the bed at night. The entire family’s ballistic, but for a chance at Kerry Washington, we think it’d be worth putting in the time at a few of those insufferable father/daughter Sunday night dinners.
He’s: Jack Bauer, a Counter Terrorist Unit agent
She’s: Kim Bauer (Elisha Cuthbert), his only daughter, and she’s down to break the rules
Ranked as “TV’s #1 Toughest Man” by Sky 1, Jack was once captured by Chinese agents who tortured him for two whole years, and he didn’t speak a single word the entire time. On top of that his wife, his boss, his best friend, his girlfriend and his former president have all been murdered-so you better get little Kimmy home before curfew, because pops has some rage issues.
She’s: Kim Bauer (Elisha Cuthbert), his only daughter, and she’s down to break the rules
Ranked as “TV’s #1 Toughest Man” by Sky 1, Jack was once captured by Chinese agents who tortured him for two whole years, and he didn’t speak a single word the entire time. On top of that his wife, his boss, his best friend, his girlfriend and his former president have all been murdered-so you better get little Kimmy home before curfew, because pops has some rage issues.
He’s: Philip Banks, an LA County judge and former Civil Rights leader
She’s: Hilary Banks (Karyn Parsons), a daytime talk show host
The Honorable Uncle Phil could have you locked up with a simple phone call. One word from him and you could be remanded … permanently. Phil showed his softer side at times, but was also a bit of a sociopath (‘member when he used medieval torture devices on Will-his own nephew?).
She’s: Hilary Banks (Karyn Parsons), a daytime talk show host
The Honorable Uncle Phil could have you locked up with a simple phone call. One word from him and you could be remanded … permanently. Phil showed his softer side at times, but was also a bit of a sociopath (‘member when he used medieval torture devices on Will-his own nephew?).
He’s: Dr Leonard Green, a vascular surgeon
She’s: Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston), a fashion merchandising manager
Though it debuted a whole 20 years ago this week (yes, you’re that old), you’ll likely remember Ross suffering tremors on any episode with a Dr. Green cameo. The harsh, sarcastic disciplinarian always had to have his own way, and wasn’t afraid of bankrupting his favorite daughter just to make a point.
She’s: Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston), a fashion merchandising manager
Though it debuted a whole 20 years ago this week (yes, you’re that old), you’ll likely remember Ross suffering tremors on any episode with a Dr. Green cameo. The harsh, sarcastic disciplinarian always had to have his own way, and wasn’t afraid of bankrupting his favorite daughter just to make a point.
He’s: Red Forman, retired, veteran of both WWII and the Korean War
She’s: Laurie Foreman (Lisa Robin Kelly/Christina Moore), evil older sister
Red is perpetually disgruntled, ill-tempered and insensitive. Sounds like a joy, right? Saddle him with the additional burden of a “dumbass” son and freeloading hoe of a daughter, and you might just understand why he’s so cantankerous.
She’s: Laurie Foreman (Lisa Robin Kelly/Christina Moore), evil older sister
Red is perpetually disgruntled, ill-tempered and insensitive. Sounds like a joy, right? Saddle him with the additional burden of a “dumbass” son and freeloading hoe of a daughter, and you might just understand why he’s so cantankerous.
He’s: Tywin Lannister, former head of House of Lannister, Lord of Casterly Rock, Warden of the West, Lord Paramount of the Westerlands, Hand of the King and Protector of the Realm
She’s: Cersei Lannister (Lena Headley), Queen Regent of the Seven Kingdoms, and most televised twincester
Before he bit the big one, Pappa Lannister was as rich and powerful as he was a major failure as a father. And downright cruel human being. Though all that Westerland wealth might seem worth marrying into, this family proves ‘mo money really does equal ‘mo problems.
She’s: Cersei Lannister (Lena Headley), Queen Regent of the Seven Kingdoms, and most televised twincester
Before he bit the big one, Pappa Lannister was as rich and powerful as he was a major failure as a father. And downright cruel human being. Though all that Westerland wealth might seem worth marrying into, this family proves ‘mo money really does equal ‘mo problems.
He’s: Tony Soprano, crime boss, waste management consultant, and co-owner of Satriale’s Meat Market and Bada Bing
She’s: Meadow Soprano (Jamie-Lynn Sigler), student
Sure, he’s a little bit racist. And has killed eight people with his own hands. And lies like hell to conceal his shadiness. OK, we can’t actually think of a good reason to risk asking Meadow out after all.
She’s: Meadow Soprano (Jamie-Lynn Sigler), student
Sure, he’s a little bit racist. And has killed eight people with his own hands. And lies like hell to conceal his shadiness. OK, we can’t actually think of a good reason to risk asking Meadow out after all.
