In a move that shocked fans and reshaped the course of MASH, McLean Stevenson decided to leave the show after just three seasons. As the beloved Colonel Henry Blake, Stevenson’s departure left an irreplaceable void in the heart of the 4077th. But why did the actor leave a role that made him a household name? What did this decision mean for the future of the series, and how did it alter its legacy?
When MASH* first aired, McLean Stevenson’s portrayal of Colonel Henry Blake was integral to the show’s success. As the well-meaning, often flustered leader of the 4077th, Blake was a counterbalance to the wild antics of characters like Hawkeye and Trapper John.
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