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John Lithgow as Jerry Whitaker
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John Lithgow brought the emotional depth to the show as Jerry, Barney's estranged father. Famous for his comedic genius, Lithgow had to balance both humor and vulnerability in Jerry trying to reconnect with Barney. Awkward but heartfelt moments in fishing trips or embarrassing dad jokes were a whole new side of Barney. This made Jerry, a character otherwise unknown, nuanced by Lithgow, adding more layers to the backstory of Barney. This was no laugh-ride; it marked the first significant change in Barney's emotional growth and was, in many ways, one of the most significant guest appearances in the series.
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