There is nothing fans of television shows hate more than when a beloved character meets an unexpected, tragic end. Television shows are notorious for killing off characters, sometimes without fanfare while others are more monumental. This was the case on last night’s episode of True Blood when it ended on a sudden death that no one saw coming.
Last night on True Blood, Joe Manganiello’s character Alcide met with a tragic end after he was shot and killed by Sookie. Since then, the twitter reactions have been pouring in. Fans and everyone alike have had reactions ranging from horror to sadness, showing that Manganiello’s character will truly be missed.
The actor himself also tweeted some of the reactions, ranging from many die-hard True Blood fans to other famous faces, such as Anna Paquin. The reactions to his demise have come far and wide as fans mourn the loss of his character.
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Joe tweeted a message to his co-workers and fans for five amazing years of working together.
RIP ALCIDE - I will miss you more than anyone. Thank you @TrueBloodHBO, my cast, my Truebies, and my Wolfpack for these past 5 years. #LOVE
— Joe Manganiello (@JoeManganiello) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Joe Manganiello
He retweeted some fan reactions to Alcide’s death as well.
@JoeManganiello did an amazing job playing Alcide. He will be remembered for his big heart & great abs. Oh and I saw #labare it was amazing.
— Linda Anzures (@Army_Wife0316) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Linda Anzures
@JoeManganiello True Blood kills my boy and you think I'm going to finish watching? Bad move RIP big man.See you soon.
— Kevin Nash (@RealKevinNash) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Kevin Nash
Actress Anna Paquin tweeted her shock at Alcide’s death.
.@JoeManganiello R.I.P. my wolfie one. the angel of death has struck again. you'd think nobody would want to be near #sookiestackhouse ever!
— Anna Paquin (@AnnaPaquin) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Anna Paquin
Other fans tweeted their heartbreak over the death of the character.
@JoeManganiello how will I finish the season without Alcide!? Can't wait to see #LaBare on Demand in August! We wil miss you on #TrueBlood
— Christy W (@christyw859) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Christy W
Was real sad to see my favorite guy on #TrueBlood go last night. RIP #Alcide. @JoeManganiello you played the part so well & we'll miss you!
— Michael Covelli (@MichaelCovelli) July 7, 2014
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People magazine tweeted Alcide would not be the only one that would be missed.
Alcide, we'll miss you. And your abs. #TrueBlood #mcm #ManCrushMonday pic.twitter.com/VGMvwnCrBI
— People magazine (@peoplemag) July 7, 2014
Us Weekly called the season a “bloodbath.”
This season is a true bloodbath! Yet another beloved character died on #TrueBlood last night: http://t.co/Ro3sP9RH4R
— Us Weekly (@usweekly) July 7, 2014
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One fan called for a moment of silence.
Think we should all have a moment of silence for the best character on #TrueBlood @JoeManganiello Millions of women are in mourning! #alcide
— Amber (@audrasmommy13) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Amber
No one is over his death yet, and probably will never be, as other shows could attest (We’re looking at you Game of Thrones.)
Still affected about Alcide's death. WHY TRUE BLOOD?? WHY??
— Julio Marco Serrano (@jms_serrano) July 7, 2014
Image via Twitter from Julio Serrano