The Most Universally Despised TV Characters of All Time

Sheldon Cooper – The Big Bang Theory

For twelve seasons, Sheldon Cooper cursed our television screens as the least amicable genius in history. When Sheldon wasn’t degrading Penny or belittling his so-called friends and acquaintances, his ego took up all the space in a room. Regardless of intention, Sheldon was a bully—which came to light more than ever during the episode where he went to dinner with Bernadette.

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