7 TV dads we wish were real

7 TV dads we wish were real

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TV LAND — These TV dads have all the right stuff. They’re stern, understanding, kind, generous and effective. They’re the kind that sit on the porch with a shotgun when their daughters bring home dates, but tear up at her dance recitals. They go above the call of duty with their own kids and all the kids they come in contact with.

In honor of Father's Day this weekend, here is a list of television dads we wish we could claim as our own.

Sandy Cohen — 'The O.C.'

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With such an open heart and an ability to see the good in people, Sandy is the one who brings Ryan Atwood into the Cohen home. His own background as a troubled, disadvantaged kid made him the perfect public defender. And even though sometimes his environment got to him, he always came back around. He’s only human, after all.

Sheriff Stilinski — 'Teen Wolf'

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Upon discovering his son Stiles’s best friend is a werewolf, the love of his life is a banshee, his new girlfriend is a werecoyote and on and on, Stilinski takes it all in stride. He’s there to be a supportive and loving father — and protect Beacon Hills from the constant onslaught of supernatural threats. And when Stiles himself comes under attack from a mysterious Japanese spirit, he works to save him despite the strange and unbelievable circumstances.

Eric Taylor — 'Friday Night Lights'

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The father of Julie and little Gracie Belle, he also essentially raised several football teams worth of young men. While Matt Saracen’s parents were never around, he trained him and taught him to be a man — especially when he had to take on the impossible task of replacing Jason Street as QB1 for the Dillon Panthers. He whips them all into shape on the field and off.

Burt Hummel — 'Glee'

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A true man’s-man, garage owner Burt struggled at first when his son — musical theater and fashion-loving Kurt — came out. He didn’t understand Kurt’s perspective or his struggle, but like any good dad they sat down and talked about it. After that, he was Kurt’s biggest defender and loudest fan. His son’s unapologetic honesty made them a more open and loving family.

Keith Mars — 'Veronica Mars'

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When you’re in a tight-knit family of two that survived a local scandal and became pariahs, you tend to bond. But beyond the circumstances, Keith and Veronica Mars share a nose for nosiness — and they love to egg each other on. Their banter is some of the best father-daughter conversation ever written.

Prince Charming — 'Once Upon A Time'

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He had to give up his baby daughter “to give her her best chance,” but when he was reunited with her 28 years later, he jumped right into his natural role of father. He protects her, stands up for her, but also trusts her. He sees in his daughter the same strength he — and gets out of her way when he knows she can take on the tough stuff.

Phil Coulson — 'Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'

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Okay so he doesn’t have kids of his own, but after being the father of The Avengers and bringing the team together, he created a virtually unstoppable S.H.I.E.L.D. team, taking on the role of dad for Skye aka Daisy Johnson. His care for, and emotional connection to, his entire team make him trust them and work together to save the world. A lot.

Who are your favorite TV dads? Let us know in the comments or listen to the KSL Popcorn Report podcast — we may have talked about your favorites!

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About the Author: Amanda Taylor -------------------------------

Amanda Taylor is a journalist, screenwriter, actress and all around storyteller. With a degree from BYU, adjunct experience at UVU and her current position as Assistant Editor of Continuum Magazine at the U, she's making her way through every campus in the state. ​When she's not doing all that, she's watching TV. Follow her on Twitter @appleajuice for updates on her projects and binge watching pursuits.

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