The loss of a funny t.v. Papa

This is one of those times when it is hard not to sound cliche.  To hear that Bernie Mac passed away today was truly shocking and sad. Bernie Mac was most widely known for his role in the Oceans 11 series and his stage shows, but my favorite was his role of surrogate father in the "The Bernie Mac Show".

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There have been many great TV papas over the years. Bernie's characterization of his true live experience as an uncle who was thrust into papahood was able to say things that parent many feel when driven to the brink. The results were milk through your nose funny! The show was also a great illustration of how children refine and help us grow as people.

This unfortunate event got me to thinking about the greatest TV papas. There are many to choose from, and here are a few that stand out for me.

#1 Heathcliff Huxtable

#2 James Evans

#3 Bernie Mac

#4 Michael Brady

So who is your favorite t.v. papa?

Thank you for the laughs Mac!