8 TV Shows Saved By Characters Who Were Originally Supposed To Die

While some characters only survive on TV shows for an episode or a season, others who are supposed to die live on for multiple seasons, elevating the show beyond initial expectations. The death of a beloved TV character can leave fans reeling, and it's perfectly normal to shed tears over their scripted passing. However, some characters known and loved today were fortunate enough to escape their intended fates due to altered scripts or their overwhelming popularity.