7) Dr. Lawrence Kutner (House)
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Kal Penn’s decision to leave House came as a surprise to fans. Penn accepted a political role in President Obama’s administration, prompting his departure. The writers chose to address his absence through a shocking storyline. Kutner’s suicide was portrayed without prior warning, reflecting real-life unpredictability. Fans were stunned by the abruptness of the character’s death. Penn later explained his transition from acting to public service was a personal choice. The producers respected his career shift, though some fans criticized the lack of closure for Kutner.
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