6) Edie Britt (Desperate Housewives)
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Nicollette Sheridan’s exit from Desperate Housewives was rooted in disputes with creator Marc Cherry. Sheridan alleged Cherry struck her during a disagreement on set. She claimed this led to retaliation when her character, Edie Britt, was written off. Edie’s sudden death by electrocution shocked fans. Sheridan filed a lawsuit against Cherry and ABC, alleging wrongful termination and assault. The legal battle became highly publicized but was ultimately dismissed. Cherry and the network maintained the decision was creative. They cited budget cuts and a need to refocus the storyline. The controversy overshadowed her character’s memorable impact on the series.
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