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Top Ten 90's TV Characters

90's television is the reason for my sense of humor, TV addiction, and soft and doughy body. I couldn't even imagine if I had the ability to binge watch TV series back then like I do now. It's probably a good thing I couldn't. Here's a list of the 10 90's TV Characters that molded me into the person I am today.

10. Doogie Houser M.D. 

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Doogie was a special kid. He told Leukemia to fuck off by beating it twice, scored perfect on his SATs when he was six, and graduated from Princeton when he was 10 . Lets just say he had more than a functional brain. When he turned 14 he became a licensed doctor, the youngest do ever do it.

A child prodigy that still had to deal with the struggle of being a teenager is some must watch TV.

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9. AC Slater (Saved By The Bell)

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A.C . was probably the best athlete that Bayside High School has ever seen. He was all city in 4 sports! Not even Dave Winfield was that good. His best sport was wrestling. He was so good he got a Full Scholarship to the University of Iowa, but decided to stay with his crew and go to California University. What a friend!

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8. Doug Funny (Doug)

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Doug Funny might have seemed like an shy insecure kid, but that couldn't be farther from the truth. He was one talented MOFO. Not only was he a great writer and illustrator. He could also play the hell out of a banjo! Doug Funny, I salute you.

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 7. Chief Wiggum (The Simpsons)

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While he may be incompetent and a bit of a dunce, Wiggum is responsible for keeping Springfield safe. In my opinion he does a fantastic job. He's also a great father. Take a look at this clip of him giving his son Ralph relationship advice.

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 That's some great advice from a great man!

 

6. Data (Star Trek The Next Generation)  

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With the strength to loft a 1953 Buick Skylark over his head and the memory storage of 100,000 Terabytes, Data definitely deserved the Lieutenant Commander rank. Since he wasn't human, he didn't need to sleep. Imagine that, he must of been so productive! He could also grow a wicked beard within seconds!

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5. Peggy Bundy (Married With Children)

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Peg Bundy, the mother of Bud and Kelly and the wife of Al. She had a lot to deal with it that household. How did she deal with it? She didn't, she had a just don't give a fuck attitude. She didn't care what anyone thought about her. If you didn't keep your eye on her she wouldn't think twice about stealing your wallet. She was the leader of the Bundy family, a family you did not mess with.

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4. Al Boreland (Home Improvement)

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Al was the real reason Tool Time stayed afloat. Tim had no idea what he was doing. Al was the brains behind the operation. Al's beard is what most men dream of having, and is what attracts the ladies. He probably had to have security to get away from the girls. Al Boreland, a true red-blooded American.

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3. Quinn Mallory (Sliders)

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Quinn Mallory was a freaking genius. He invented a device where you can slide from one dimension to another. Are you kidding me? I couldn't pass geometry in high school, let alone invent something. He just happens to be extremely easy on the eyes also. Quinn Mallory, what a stud

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2. Carlton Banks (Fresh Prince of Bel Air)

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Carlton Banks grew up wealthy, but that wasn't his fault. He was constantly dealing with his cousin Will's shenanigans. Other than being one hell of a dancer and singer, he was no slouch in the classroom either. Getting accepted into Princeton University is something most people can only dream of. 

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1. Kevin Arnold (Wonder Years)

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Wether if he was feuding with his loser brother Wayne or trying to work up the courage to ask out Winnie Cooper, Kevin Arnold always kept a level head. Kevin grew up in the sixties, but was definitely ahead of his time. The kid had style. He also narrated the entire show. What a talent!

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