The Most Universally Despised TV Characters of All Time

Jake Ballard  – Scandal

Few characters lack a moral compass like Jake Ballard, the creepy stalker who repeatedly attempted to sabotage Olivia and Fitz’s relationship. He claimed to love Olivia, but he tried to sway her choices for personal gain. Also, the guy loved to kill people. It was his favorite way to solve a problem. He may have landed himself in prison, but some viewers wished Jake Ballard ended up six feet under.

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