The ACTUAL Reason Why These Actors Left MASH

MASH is one of the most beloved TV shows of all time, known for its unique blend of comedy and drama. But over its 11 seasons, many of the show's favorite characters left, leaving fans wondering why.
Today, we'll dive into the real reasons behind these actors' departures. From creative differences to personal decisions, each actor had their own story.
Join us as we explore what happened behind the scenes and how these exits shaped the show we all love.
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[@jefffuller9918]

Timothy Brown also was in both the movie and tv show. He played Spearchucker Jones, a surgeon on the show, and vanished after 6 episodes. No reason was given. In the movie, he played Corporal Judson.

[@TheHappipuppi13]

No, MASH producers found out that there had been no black surgeons serving at MASH units in the Korean Conflict. So, he was written out. They thought at the time that this was a fact, as it would have taken 'a lot" of research time back in 1972. The Korean War by the late 1960s and early 1980s, was largely forgotten by then. Since then, it has long been proven that there were in fact a few African American doctors that did serve.

[@edwinbonnelljr1587]

Me and my dad watch this match all the time I've got a collection of the full series of mash❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@juliemcarthur3004]

One of the saddest moments when radar left

[@guywithhisownopinion]

I watched the show years ago. I am a veteran and can confirm Pierce etc would have been left in a bloody heap on daily occasions with his antincs.

[@user-wm3bf7pi3u]

G. Wood reprised his role from the original movie as well, but only on a few occasions in the early years.

[@thefamouspeopleus]

It's fascinating to see how the departures of key actors from MASH didn't hinder the show's success but rather contributed to its evolution.

[@robertbrantley4070]

When McClean Stevenson and Wayne Rodgers left the series became the Alan Alda show and significantly less funny.

[@pamelamays4186]

Radar was so beloved that Big Bird named his Teddy Bear after him.

[@surfacetension8518]

Klinger did even get a mention!😮

[@juliemcarthur3004]

You forgot klinger

[@codyhilton1750]

I could not believe that MASH would be canceled after the first season as It was one of my favorite shows. It was rescheduled to Saturday and that made to it long run. I was disappoined however, when Stevenson, Rogers and especially Linviille left the show.

[@michetrue-aspoonielife4me389]

I loved watching M*A*S*H* from the get-go as Col. Potter would say. I watched every episode. I was struck hard when Col. Blake left & I remember like it was yesterday when Radar walked into the OR to tell everyone that Col. Blake's plane was shot down & there were no survivors. I cried like a baby, watching Margaret's face, tears and silence & more tears. It was the most heartfelt moment I ever experienced. A beloved character is gone. Then Trapper...he just left, it was so confusing & to see how heartbroken Hawkeye was that he didn’t get to say goodbye & no note, nothing & Trap & him were bestfriend, as thick as thieves. I had to laugh when Frank lost it when Margaret married Donald, he really lost his mind, not laughing at that, but how they handled the situation was funny & they brought Sidney on board to talk him down. Next, I didn’t expect it, nor did I see it coming, but Radar was called to go home to manage the farm because of a death in the family. He didn’t want to go, he tried everything to stay & Col. Potter talked to him, making him see he had to go home. They're all set to give him a big send-off when choppers arrive & everyone ran to the OR. So Radar stood alone in the mess tent at his send-off. He went & did a quick walk through the OR to say bye, but everyone was so busy. My heart broke as he got in the jeep to leave and drove away. I missed Radar. Max Klinger did a great job, but he was no Radar. The end of the show gutted me to this day as I watched Col. Potter ride off on sophie as he gives her to the orphanage, Charles rides off in a garbage truck & Klinger stays in Korea after trying to get a section 8 after all those years, just to stay behind with his wife. Hawkeye gave hot lips a kiss she'll never forget! Hawkeye thought BJ left without saying anything, so he heads to the chopper. He got a message from BJ who rode up on his motorcycle as he was about to take off, telling him, "we'll see each other again!" BJ rides off on his motorcycle, but not before he points to Hawkeye to look on the ground. As BJ zoomed down the hill on his motorcycle like a crazy man, the chopper lifts & Hawkeye looks down to read in big rocks below the word "GOODBYE"..BJ smile's at him & drives off on his motorcycle. Hawkeye smiles! The camp had been dismantled, and The 4077th M*A*S*H has signed off....Thank you for being an amazing part of my youth/teen years ❤ everyone of you!

[@a1rondog1a]

I'm not crying, you're crying... Thanks for that wonderful summery. This show sets off so many memories and feelings I've had over the years. I always go back to if for some comfy views. sigh...

[@michetrue-aspoonielife4me389]

@@a1rondog1a It was a very special show & a very well placed *sigh*, they don't make them like that anymore....Indeed, I'm doing my comfy viewing now 😊

[@mikehilbert9349]

The first three seasons were the best.

[@santafe37s]

Agreed. After season 4 the show went down hill.

[@juliemcarthur3004]

I don't think so

[@TheHappipuppi13]

Oh here we go again 🙄... people who say they love MASH but can't be grown up enough to accept the show changed after Henry Blake died. Yeah, because that's what they were going for. McLean Stevenson was on the set when they filmed Radar announcing Blake's plane crash. He left the show and then out of nowhere Wayne Rogers decided to leave. The show could mo longer be the way it was after a main character is killed off and another actor leaves. What were they supposed to.do? Cancel.the show ?? The show became a full comedy drama that took the war seriously like it should. Ì love the eatly episodes too but come on! How much longer could Haek and Trap outsmart Burns and Houlihan? Even Loretta Swit knew that it was time to break up the adulterous relationship of those two. Larry Linville simply left at yhe end of his 5 year contract because there was nothing more hits character could do. The show changed for the better and that change is the main reason it's a classic today. People that complain about that change are whiners who want the show 'their' way. Well tough. Sorry that a show set in a war isn't a 100% constant giggle fest for you. 🙄 Get over it.

[@donie5780]

What about Speartrucker Jones? He should been at the beginning of the Video. I can't believe you didn't mention him. What became of his character?

[@nealgordon3712]

Who is this George Morgan, I think you mean Harry Morgan

[@jefffuller9918]

George Morgan was in only the pilot episode. He played Father Mulcahy. After that first episode, he was replaced by William Christopher.

[@TheHappipuppi13]

Here in 2024, George Morgan is also still alive and well, in his early 90s. He left Hollywood in the 1980s, long retired niw and living out on Martha's Vineyard. 🙂

[@sureshmukhi2316]

Clickbait thumbnail. Who hated who?

[@TheHappipuppi13]

When you see Larry Linville next to "they hated me" ... He's talking about the way some people REALLY thought he was (in real life) as terrible as Major Frank Burns. He'd have people acostvhim on the street, saying they hated him. They meant Major Burns but some people have issues separating fiction from reality.

[@sureshmukhi2316]

@@TheHappipuppi13 that's weird. I heard Alison Arngrim who played Nellie Oleson in Little House on The Prairie had the same problem. She was even pelted with eggs on occasion!

[@hobertlee7598]

THE EARLY SHOWS WERE THE BEST

[@DavidBourne-bu3xh]

6 minutes of content stretch over 27 minutes, much of the content is repeated several times.

[@gdunbar2]

Good video over all but you forgot one of the biggest characters. Klinger played by Jamie Fox lasted through the entire series and went from a background character to a major character and there is not many that say that!!!!

[@scottknode898]

The actor who played Max Klinger was Jamie Farr

[@TheHappipuppi13]

😅😅 LOL!! Jamie Foxx! ..and they even spelled Foxx wrong! 🤣

[@sureshmukhi2316]

It is 4 0 7 7 MASH , not four thousand seventy seven th MASH

[@dozerthelab]

Should have brought the original Lt Dish, Jo Ann Pflug, to the show. The shows Lt Dish only lasted a few episodes.

[@edwinbonnelljr1587]

099 I miss all the characters I love watching it so leave my dad have a great day

[@michaelwelter9509]

Most people hated Alda. The pedantic, self-righteous narcissist, Alda destroyed MASH. I will never watch MASH. Alda's pontificating is torture.

[@josephlubbe7416]

Mash All I Can Say It Was A Great Show!!

[@craig3916]

utter drivel. boring repetitive artificial intelligence non information

[@juliemcarthur3004]

I loved radar

[@schaffermatt]

@4:18 - “Father Mull-kuh-hy”?! That proves you never watched the show. FYI, it’s pronounced “Mull-kay-hee.” It’s Irish. 🙄

[@jamesziegler2763]

Interesting

[@MrAitraining]

This vid was def stretched out for time. The guy repeats himself constantly

[@randyjohnson6845]

When Larry left the quality of the series dropped

[@joeoneill8222]

Stop repeating same statement as you take away video

[@georgeford3687]

Omg only 2 minutes and the redundancy was too much.

[@user-wm3bf7pi3u]

You missed out on robovoice saying, "Four Thousand seventy seventh."

[@dovardross7336]

Redundant narration 😢

[@rosannesweitzer4778]

Thanks Golden Rewind !! I am a huge fan of M*A*S*H !!! My favorite was "Hawkeye" ! And Alan Alda is a wonderful actor!! They all were good!!! I still watch reruns . I have heard most of all the reasons why they departed. But did learn a few from you! Thanks again!! 😊

[@jamesphelps4168]

Hawk,eye was a bully. To every one. Didnot like his roll at all.!!!

[@toddhazelip]

What a redundant video.