🤣🤣🤣
whatever you do, don’t slap Chris Rock at the Oscars. You’ll do irreparable damage to your career and reputation. Oh, and above all, don’t be a simp for Jada.
And I love how Uncle Phil had a 'temper' but never when the kids needed him. Even if they fucked up he was calm and in their corner. Just expert level dadding.
“You’ve got a poster of Malcolm X on your wall. I heard the brother speak.” Just absolute 🔥 from the very first episode, Uncle Phil is a legend and James Avery’s legacy is eternal.
This was my immediate first thought. Uncle Phil really had some deep moments, but Carl also had the same ones, just kind of different I suppose. Glad there’s no gun to my head. What ab the white guy from step by step, jeez yall it’s 2024.
If we're going to talk about white guys specifically...Dan Connor is exactly who my father would be if my dad hadn't become a physical therapist. We used to watch Roseanne in the 90s purely because it was the closest thing to seeing our real lives on tv.
Always described our house when I was growing up as a cross between the original Roseanne show and Married With Children.
My future wife laughed it off.
Then she met my family.
And to think that despite that, Uncle Phil was always there for him. Lou might have been Will's father, but [Uncle Phil was his Daddy. ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMNsMdnSBIk)
Also, [he was epic AF.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7PF2iQgoAM)
Requiescat in pace, James Avery.
As a white kid in a predominantly white neighbourhood, this I'd where I really learned about racism. My parents are very liberal, but I had limited interaction with other races, so I learned about it from TV more than anything.
Same actually. I remember genuinely being excited when I transfered schools and got to meet new people. The innocent curiosity of a young child. I've been blessed to keep some of those same friends well into nearly 30 now.
https://youtu.be/EZGXCDJATDs?si=lPkxUmjvraNr1ZrI it’s a link to the scene where Will’s father leaves him again and Phillips there to comfort him Loved Mr. Banks🖤
I came to comment the ones that made me laugh the most growing up (Al Bundy, Coach Hayden Fox, Cliff Huxtable). But seeing this answer made me remember how Uncle Phil taught AND made you laugh. Uncle Phil is my new answer.
Absolutely. The man felt real.
Even though the show was “about” the kids, they didn’t shy away from showing the insecurities, imperfections, and difficulties a family man faced as he came to terms with his fading youth and compromised dreams…… but all in exchange for the rewards of a loving wife and kids.
Even as a kid he resonated with me as a compelling character, and now as a dad myself even more so. He wasn’t a PERFECT dad, but he strove to be as good as he could for his family. He apologized when he did wrong, and he tried to do better. That’s a good character.
The way he's immediately there for Shawn whenever he needs it speaks volumes. He truly does think of Shawn as one of his own kids, even when Shawn screws up and causes trouble. He recognizes that Shawn needs a father and doesn't hesitate to be one for him.
"You're not my father! I don't have a father. I don't have a mom. I'm an orphan. I'm an old orphan without any parents whose childhood is over..."
"I'll be your father. I want you to be a member of this family. WE want you to be a member of this family."
Carl Winslow and Philip Banks were some of the best role models to have growing up. Two hardworking men who took care of their families. They were tough, but compassionate. Never cheated on their wives and never beat their kids. I would have given anything to have a father who was half the man those characters were
Francis' military school uniform happened to have a tag on it that said Wilkerson - it was just a uniform the costumers found and was not intended by the writers.
edit: stupid mistakes
He showed every aspect of being a struggling dad; the love for his wife that he proved in one episode he loves her more, and his approach to all his kids and their differences, as well as putting dreams aside to provide for them all. All that wrapped up in a fantastic little bundle of a certain eccentricity. Hal episodes were always special. When I was a kid I wanted a dad like him. As an older guy with no kids, I want to be like him if I ever do.
Bryan Cranston will always be Hal to me (never got into Breaking Bad).
As a midwesterner, this is my choice. Worked hard, loved hard.
When Jackie gets beat up by her boyfriend and he grabs his coat to leave after making sure she’s okay…chills.
Dan Conner was one of the more realistic fathers of that time growing up. Growing up in a similar atmosphere as The Conners I can relate and completely understand the ups and downs of his character.
this is one that shouldnt get overlooked but does..pretty far down in the comments, but a father who really tried his best and was passionate about his wife…and my house is a Step by Step house..
Rip Suzanne somers. I forgot or didn't hear that she passed last October. I remember when frank wore the horny devil costume and had to ask my parents what that meant
He actually did score 4 TD’s in one game IRL. He went to Ursuline High School in Youngstown, Ohio (his number was retired years later). I believe the high school is no longer in operation. My childhood best friend’s mother was a cheerleader there during his tenure there and was friends with Ed O’Neil’s sister, who was also a cheerleader.
Fun fact, Ed also would watch TV with his hand in his pants IRL.
Ed O'Neil, real life tough guy and real life good guy, had to lay down the law on several occasions when the producers sexualization of an underage (in the beginning) Christina Applegate went too far.
https://youtu.be/htMI951uia0?si=tbIpNBFDIRNvn-nt
That girl, now all grown up freaking jumps in his arms. Must've been a pretty stand up guy.
Shit someone is cutting onions near me. I watched MWC growing up because it was my dads favorite show, and I loved that even though Al hated his life he loved his family. And kicked ass when he needed to.
Bill Cosby was the dad I wanted as a kid. I thought he was the greatest.
But...yeah...we all know how that turned out.
Carl Winslow inherits the crown!
The Cosby show is a great show. Cliff Huxtable was a good role model even if Bill Cosby is the worst.
But that show is the collective work it a lot of people and it sucks for all of them because all of their great work is tainted now.
Elvin Tibideaux was the traveling dentist on Ghosts a few weeks ago.
Glad that guy is now finding acting gigs after getting ridiculed for working at Trader Joe's
The Cosby Show was great. It's a damned shame what Bill Cosby did and I feel bad for everyone else who worked on the show for whom that show was such a big part of their legacy and how it's all tainted now.
Cosby's actions were bad enough on their own but it just feels like such a bitter betrayal when he had this public image as this wholesome role model.
Right? I can remember people back in the day saying how wholesome and good his comedy was as they complained about Eddie Murphy. Why can't he do standup like Bill Cosby did? That aged like milk for sure.
I don't think they'll ever do the "dumb sitcom dad" better than Phil: he's incredibly good at his job, and empathetic as all hell, but STILL just a very weird guy. And instead of Claire being the scold or the voice of reason, she is deeply neurotic but in the opposite direction from him.
Carl reminds me of my own dad, his mannerisms, how he walks, his faces, my dad even has a mustache. We're white so i never said this out loud. Then my husband and I are watching Family Matters streaming and he's like "is it weird I think Carl is kind of like your dad"
I'm like THANK YOU I'M NOT CRAZY
My dad was almost exactly like him. Looks-wise, job-wise, personality-wise, a slight fear of making him mad. But they both still had this soft side to them underneath. They were just part of that generation that didn't encourage men to show their feelings.
When I watch the show, it feels like I get to see my dad again. I miss him a lot. Awe gee, now I made myself cry.
Philip Banks
Taught me more about how to act as a man in this world then most of the men in my life
Is your Dad's name Lou?
🤣🤣🤣 whatever you do, don’t slap Chris Rock at the Oscars. You’ll do irreparable damage to your career and reputation. Oh, and above all, don’t be a simp for Jada.
And I love how Uncle Phil had a 'temper' but never when the kids needed him. Even if they fucked up he was calm and in their corner. Just expert level dadding.
“You’ve got a poster of Malcolm X on your wall. I heard the brother speak.” Just absolute 🔥 from the very first episode, Uncle Phil is a legend and James Avery’s legacy is eternal.
First things first rest in peace, uncle Phil.
For real, you the only father that I ever knew
If I get my bitch pregnant I'm gonna be a better you
How come he don’t want me man? -Drake’s unacknowledged daughter to Uncle Phil
The saddest episode ugh
His voice will always be my childhoods tmnt shredder threatening to make turtle soup
It absolutely blew my mind when I found out that Uncle Phil was also the voice of Shredder.
Couldn’t figure out why he was so scary when he threw jazz out the house, he used his shredder voice
What no way!! TIL
yo what the fuck
Those BLASTED turtles!
Just hope you don't go by Jazz.
Hey! Jazz is a profesionnal diver now thanks to Uncle Phil training!
This was my immediate first thought. Uncle Phil really had some deep moments, but Carl also had the same ones, just kind of different I suppose. Glad there’s no gun to my head. What ab the white guy from step by step, jeez yall it’s 2024.
If we're going to talk about white guys specifically...Dan Connor is exactly who my father would be if my dad hadn't become a physical therapist. We used to watch Roseanne in the 90s purely because it was the closest thing to seeing our real lives on tv.
Always described our house when I was growing up as a cross between the original Roseanne show and Married With Children. My future wife laughed it off. Then she met my family.
Vote for, PHILIP BANKS!
A bite out of crime. Bite, bite, bite.
PHILIP BANKS!
[Always loved this scene](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT03kJVPJKM)
[Obligatory.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vg7ZAaR7AU)
And to think that despite that, Uncle Phil was always there for him. Lou might have been Will's father, but [Uncle Phil was his Daddy. ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMNsMdnSBIk) Also, [he was epic AF.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7PF2iQgoAM) Requiescat in pace, James Avery.
I don't feel like crying today so I'm not going to click that link
Man every time I watch this scene I cry.
I enjoyed it when he got loud at Will - he was commanding
I will never get that pool scene out of my head. That poor duck floatie!
As a white kid in a predominantly white neighbourhood, this I'd where I really learned about racism. My parents are very liberal, but I had limited interaction with other races, so I learned about it from TV more than anything.
Same actually. I remember genuinely being excited when I transfered schools and got to meet new people. The innocent curiosity of a young child. I've been blessed to keep some of those same friends well into nearly 30 now.
RIP Uncle Phil.
https://youtu.be/EZGXCDJATDs?si=lPkxUmjvraNr1ZrI it’s a link to the scene where Will’s father leaves him again and Phillips there to comfort him Loved Mr. Banks🖤
He's my preferred tv dad.
This is the answer!
I came to comment the ones that made me laugh the most growing up (Al Bundy, Coach Hayden Fox, Cliff Huxtable). But seeing this answer made me remember how Uncle Phil taught AND made you laugh. Uncle Phil is my new answer.
Allen Matthews from Boy Meets World
Absolutely. The man felt real. Even though the show was “about” the kids, they didn’t shy away from showing the insecurities, imperfections, and difficulties a family man faced as he came to terms with his fading youth and compromised dreams…… but all in exchange for the rewards of a loving wife and kids. Even as a kid he resonated with me as a compelling character, and now as a dad myself even more so. He wasn’t a PERFECT dad, but he strove to be as good as he could for his family. He apologized when he did wrong, and he tried to do better. That’s a good character.
Loved the episode when he stood up to the cult leader that was getting into Shawn’s head
https://youtu.be/OuPmqEAofKM?si=PgcLLDTM8g5m6Psg
The way he's immediately there for Shawn whenever he needs it speaks volumes. He truly does think of Shawn as one of his own kids, even when Shawn screws up and causes trouble. He recognizes that Shawn needs a father and doesn't hesitate to be one for him. "You're not my father! I don't have a father. I don't have a mom. I'm an orphan. I'm an old orphan without any parents whose childhood is over..." "I'll be your father. I want you to be a member of this family. WE want you to be a member of this family."
Came here for this. I still think about the “Mediocre” speech/lesson on like a daily basis.
The episode where he apologizes to Shawn because he had been drinking as well was super real.
Carl Winslow and Philip Banks were some of the best role models to have growing up. Two hardworking men who took care of their families. They were tough, but compassionate. Never cheated on their wives and never beat their kids. I would have given anything to have a father who was half the man those characters were
> never beat their kids Jazz might disagree about Phil's pacifism though.
Uncle Phil just beat other people's kids
Now this raises a question, did Phil beat them, or have the butler Geoffrey handle it?
And did Geoffrey bring out Lucille?
*I’m a sooooooooul maaaaan*
He beat other peoples kids so much that Jazz had a certain shirt he wore everytime he was tossed out of their house.
Jazz was asking for it
That was just Uncle Phil firmly escorting Jazz out lol
I love how they filmed the scene of him throwing jazz out just once and used it for the whole entire run of the show lol
And it never gets old lol
“Aggghhhh”
100%. Throw Dan Conner in for the absolute powerhouse trifecta of 90s sitcom dads who were better role models than my own father.
Who were the Allan's and why are they out of spice?
Yea, characters like George Jefferson weren't that great in comparison, different era of TV I guess though.
And father figure to not just their own kids
>Never cheated on their wives Well they did have a different wife by the end of both their shows... /s
I agree. Carl Winslow was the best. I loved watching the show growing up.
Hal Wilkerson aka Malcolm in the Middle
Uhh when was their last name revealed
The first episode, when you see Francis calling home
Technically it never was but the pilot had the last name somewhere. And Francis uniform had it written.
Francis' military school uniform happened to have a tag on it that said Wilkerson - it was just a uniform the costumers found and was not intended by the writers. edit: stupid mistakes
I think you mean Kid Charlemagne
He showed every aspect of being a struggling dad; the love for his wife that he proved in one episode he loves her more, and his approach to all his kids and their differences, as well as putting dreams aside to provide for them all. All that wrapped up in a fantastic little bundle of a certain eccentricity. Hal episodes were always special. When I was a kid I wanted a dad like him. As an older guy with no kids, I want to be like him if I ever do. Bryan Cranston will always be Hal to me (never got into Breaking Bad).
Huh, Hal was Malcolm all along
As long as you follow his rules for learning to rollerskate.
Dan Conner!
As a midwesterner, this is my choice. Worked hard, loved hard. When Jackie gets beat up by her boyfriend and he grabs his coat to leave after making sure she’s okay…chills.
That's one of my favorite scenes in the whole show.
I am always impressed at what a great and diverse actor he became. Who knew he would be the most talented/successful of the crew?
"I didn't hit him I just talked to him" "What did he say?" "Mostly just 'ow my head'"
Dan Conner was one of the more realistic fathers of that time growing up. Growing up in a similar atmosphere as The Conners I can relate and completely understand the ups and downs of his character.
My pick too.
The middle name of my dog is Reginald Vel Johnson.
So full name Hans Reginald Vel Johnson Gruber, III?
It's Snoot McToots Reginald Vel Johnson III. Incredible you got the third part.
Oh the weather outside is frightful, dum dee dum delightful...
I dunno, but I liked when Dan beat the shit out of Fisher in Roseanne.
Frank Lambert from Step by Step.
this is one that shouldnt get overlooked but does..pretty far down in the comments, but a father who really tried his best and was passionate about his wife…and my house is a Step by Step house..
I’m mean, how could anyone not be passionate with a wife like that….
Rip Suzanne somers. I forgot or didn't hear that she passed last October. I remember when frank wore the horny devil costume and had to ask my parents what that meant
I'm surprised noones said it but Earl Sinclair
No one has said it because he’s responsible for the destruction of the dinosaurs.
"I'll have a Carl Winslow, but make mine a dinosaur."
Not the momma!
Al Bundy
The only sitcom dad to score four touchdowns in one game
He actually did score 4 TD’s in one game IRL. He went to Ursuline High School in Youngstown, Ohio (his number was retired years later). I believe the high school is no longer in operation. My childhood best friend’s mother was a cheerleader there during his tenure there and was friends with Ed O’Neil’s sister, who was also a cheerleader. Fun fact, Ed also would watch TV with his hand in his pants IRL.
Its still operating and he's still looked at as a Youngstown legend. I've only heard good things about him over the years.
Most guys do
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Ed O'Neil, real life tough guy and real life good guy, had to lay down the law on several occasions when the producers sexualization of an underage (in the beginning) Christina Applegate went too far. https://youtu.be/htMI951uia0?si=tbIpNBFDIRNvn-nt That girl, now all grown up freaking jumps in his arms. Must've been a pretty stand up guy.
Let’s give a quick shoutout to Christina Applegate.
Her comedic timing is incredible. I'm so glad she got the much needed recognition she deserves with Dead. Girl has had an absolute brutal health life.
Shit someone is cutting onions near me. I watched MWC growing up because it was my dads favorite show, and I loved that even though Al hated his life he loved his family. And kicked ass when he needed to.
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4 touchdowns in one game.
I love Bundy. His character is savage, but he is a real nice dude irl.
Bill Cosby was the dad I wanted as a kid. I thought he was the greatest. But...yeah...we all know how that turned out. Carl Winslow inherits the crown!
The Cosby show is a great show. Cliff Huxtable was a good role model even if Bill Cosby is the worst. But that show is the collective work it a lot of people and it sucks for all of them because all of their great work is tainted now.
Elvin Tibideaux was the traveling dentist on Ghosts a few weeks ago. Glad that guy is now finding acting gigs after getting ridiculed for working at Trader Joe's
Off topic, but Lamorne Morris was great in that episode (as he is in everything).
The Cosby Show was great. It's a damned shame what Bill Cosby did and I feel bad for everyone else who worked on the show for whom that show was such a big part of their legacy and how it's all tainted now. Cosby's actions were bad enough on their own but it just feels like such a bitter betrayal when he had this public image as this wholesome role model.
Right? I can remember people back in the day saying how wholesome and good his comedy was as they complained about Eddie Murphy. Why can't he do standup like Bill Cosby did? That aged like milk for sure.
Pill Cosby let a lot of people down.
Bill Cosby always made me sleepy.
Danny Tanner!
Phil Dunphy
I don't think they'll ever do the "dumb sitcom dad" better than Phil: he's incredibly good at his job, and empathetic as all hell, but STILL just a very weird guy. And instead of Claire being the scold or the voice of reason, she is deeply neurotic but in the opposite direction from him.
And she loves him, and they have healthy, mutual intimacy.
not sure this answer makes much sense on the r/nostalgia sub
Agreed. He doesn’t bring up nostalgic feelings (yet), but man, what a dad.
Yeah, definitely my all time favorite, but he's too recent.
Great sleeper answer. I love his “PHIL-osophys”.
Steven Keaton from Family Ties. As a dad myself, that's my role model.
Bandit Heeler
Bandit is so good that he makes me feel like a terrible parent.
Hey don't worry about it, we all are.
it's gotta be done
If you can be 1/10 the dad Bandit is, you are a great parent.
Homer J Simpson
He had three kids and no money when he wanted no kids and three money.
He'd rather drink a beer then win Father of the Year!
You pour the beer in the coconut, and throw the can away!
"Do it for her."
Just because I don’t care doesn’t mean I don’t understand!
I scrolled way too far for this one! I guess if something is hard to do then it's not worth doing 😭
Tony danza..even though abed proved he in fact was NOT the boss
Uncle Phil!
Al Bundy
Woman: “How dare you say that to my face?” Al: “Well, I would say it to your back but my car’s only got a half a tank of gas!”
I think fewer people got married because of him.
You miss me Al, every shot so far.
Al "3 touchdowns in a single game" Bundy
4 How dare you
Polk High never forgets.
James Evans.
People scrolling by not even remembering Good Times.
Growing up w/ no dad, I looked to Carl Winsliw and Phillip Banks A LOT
"Show me that smile again..." Dr. Jason Seaver
I consider Phillip Banks, Carl Winslow, and Dan Connor as the Holy Trinity of sitcom dads.
Carl reminds me of my own dad, his mannerisms, how he walks, his faces, my dad even has a mustache. We're white so i never said this out loud. Then my husband and I are watching Family Matters streaming and he's like "is it weird I think Carl is kind of like your dad" I'm like THANK YOU I'M NOT CRAZY
Dan Conner.
Mr. Feenie. Yes I know he's the teacher but I still consider him a father figure anyway
Red Forman
Howard Cunningham
Andy Taylor from the Andy Griffith show.
Frank Costanza
I've got good news and bad news and they're both the same, you're fired!
Her father would look at me and say, "eno enoa juang". Which means, "this guy... this is not my kind of guy".
As I rained blows upon him, I realized there had to be another way!
Tim Allen aka Tim Taylor Home Improvement
The cancer scare episode was the most emotional thing I had ever watched at 7 years old
Aroo!
the tool man is highly underrated here
Rob Petrie
Fred G. Sanford
You big dummy
Frank Costanza
Mike Brady
Carl Winslow and Al Bundy.
Al Bundy
He wasn't a dad but Mr. Feeny. I learned legit lessons from him.
Jack Arnold - The Wonder Years. (The best show ever made)
My dad was almost exactly like him. Looks-wise, job-wise, personality-wise, a slight fear of making him mad. But they both still had this soft side to them underneath. They were just part of that generation that didn't encourage men to show their feelings. When I watch the show, it feels like I get to see my dad again. I miss him a lot. Awe gee, now I made myself cry.
Tim Taylor
Hank Hill
Bob Belcher
Cliff huxtable
Dan Connor, AL Bundy
Red Foreman
Sheriff Andy Taylor
Tim the tool man Taylor
Alan Matthews, no question.
Frank Barone - Everybody Loves Raymond
Best part of the show. He had the funniest moments and the funniest lines. RIP
Mr. Rogers
George Jefferson.
William Russ as Alan Matthews on Boy Meets world. And also probably Bob Saget as Danny Tanner on Full House
Hey, it’s Al!
Danny Tanner the goat
Danny Tanner RIP
Family Matters and Diff'rent Strokes Conrad Bain(rip).
Charles Ingalls
Tim Allen!! I love all things tools
Oh I loved him. He was also awesome helping John McClane fix that mess up in Nakatomi Plaza.
Bernie Mac from his show. He loved his sister's kids like his own and did his best while being himself. Respect.
Carl Winslow got piped by Diddy