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January 27, 2026
Nudist neighbours to sweary mums: the best TV characters you never actually see on screen
Their faces may not have been given any airtime, but they remain some of the most beloved characters in television history – in shows like Friends, Frasier and This Country. Take a bow, Ugly Naked Guy …

TL;DR
- The article lists ten of the best TV characters whose faces have never been seen.
- These characters, often from comedies, have significantly contributed to their shows despite remaining off-screen.
- Examples include Ugly Naked Guy (Friends), Erica (BoJack Horseman), Vera Peterson (Cheers), and Maris Crane (Frasier).
- Some characters had brief, obscured on-screen appearances, like Ugly Naked Guy and Vera Peterson.
- Others, like Mrs. Columbo, are notable for their extensive presence through descriptions, despite a short-lived series where the character was played.
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