10 of The Best TV Dads
Trying to nail down 10 of the best TV dads is a little tough since plenty of male role models have left an impression over the years. But a few are more memorable than others for their over-the-top influence or for other reasons.
Philip Banks (Uncle Phil)-Fresh Prince of Bel Air
Uncle Phil is the epitome of what a TV dad should be. He wasn’t always the good or easygoing guy, but he was the dependable guy who cared for his family. Even when Will got on his nerves, he didn’t turn his back.
Al Bundy-Married With Children
Some fans might wonder why Al made it on this list since he’s technically not a great person and not exactly a role model. But at the same time, he does care about his family deeply and makes it a rule to protect them, even if it’s grudgingly.
Carl Winslow-Family Matters
Carl was a typical family man who had to deal with a typical issue named Steve Urkel. Apart from that he was a good father and a loving husband who dealt with his sitcom life as best as he could.
Dan Conner-Roseanne
Dan’s the kind of dad who raises sarcastic kids because that’s who he is and how he gets down. But he’s also the fun dad since he does have a great sense of humor and doesn’t take life too seriously most times.
Howard Cunningham-Happy Days
The wholesome family man who takes care of his home, his family, and himself is the kind of dad that Howard represented. He had a sense of humor and a good relationship with the people in his life, and he was on good terms with the Fonz. What else can you ask for?
Eddard Stark-Game of Thrones
Sure, Eddard Stark wasn’t the ideal father since he had his own lands to rule and clan to watch over. But he did care for his kids, and made sure that Jon Snow was tended to and watched over. But let’s make it clear, his life wasn’t an easy one.
Phil Dunphy-Modern Family
Phil has always been the lovable doofus who knows his way around technology but is kind of a goof when it comes to raising his kids. All the same, he’s the fun dad who doesn’t stress too much, or at least doesn’t let his kids see it.
Charles Ingalls-Little House on the Prairie
He wasn’t the toughest guy in the world, but Charles was far from being a weak man as he helped hold his family together and kept them safe. Even without being a rough individual he could still hold his own.
Tim Taylor-Home Improvement
Good old Tim Taylor, the guy who thought a little application of manpower was the solution for everything. Thankfully Jill was there since otherwise their home might not have been standing by the time the boys hit puberty.
James Evans-Good Times
In the line of tough but fair TV fathers, James Evans is one of those who wasn’t afraid to lay a little discipline down when it was needed. But he was willing to explain why he did it, and to make sure the lesson wasn’t lost on the recipient.
