(Spoiler alert: Do not read on if you have not yet seen the series finale of NBC’s “Parenthood” entitled “May God Bless and Keep You Always.”)
In true “Parenthood” fashion, the NBC dramedy said farewell with a few laughs and plenty of tears. The most engrossing family drama in recent years really resonated with its hardcore base of fans, who showed up in droves to say goodbye.
They also took to social media, posting on Facebook and sending the Twitter hashtag #BravermanForever to the top of the rankings throughout the night on Thursday.
It was a fitting farewell for an unassuming show that was never flashy and never melodramatic. The struggles of the Braverman family were the struggles of all families, as told through Craig T. Nelson’s Zeek, his wife Camille (Bonnie Bedelia), and all of their children.
The story of an extended family that comes together as families are supposed to, it’s no wonder that so many real families and real people grew to feel connected with the Bravermans over six years.
So when it was time to say goodbye, everyone made time for one last visit to the Braverman house. And while the Bravermans said goodbye — and for Zeek, it was a final farewell — the memories of time spent with them lives on forever.
We’ve gathered some of the best fan tributes to “Parenthood” here:
Well done @nbcparenthood So sad to see you go. Sobbing. #BravermanForever
— Pantera Sarah (@PanteraSarah) January 30, 2015
There are few shows that capture my heart the way @nbcparenthood did. A show and cast that will be missed every week. #BravermanForever
— Erin Antony (@Erin_Antony) January 30, 2015
Fact: it’s really hard to brush your teeth and get ready for bed whilst sobbing. Thanks #Parenthood. For everything. #BravermanForever
— Meagan Gordon (@MeaganGordon) January 30, 2015
What an incredible ending to @nbcparenthood! Epic. All the feels in the world. What a cast. What a show. Gonna miss it! #BravermanForever
— Tyler Gegen (@TylerGegen) January 30, 2015
Never watched a show that so eloquently captures this wonderful ride called life. A tearful goodbye to @nbcparenthood. #BravermanForever
— Jessica Smith (@WarJessEagle) January 30, 2015
I’m sitting here smiling like an idiot and ugly crying at the same time. What a beautiful, beautiful show #Parenthood #BravermanForever
— SL (@Shf_Lvn) January 30, 2015
Farewell to one of the best shows. Ever. #BravermanForever #Parenthood
— Marla Anderson (@MarlaRAnderson) January 30, 2015
The end of “Parenthood.” It’s like “Friday Night Lights” all over again. #BravermanForever
— Kay Cannon (@KayKayCannon) January 30, 2015
@nbcparenthood was everything I had hoped for.Can’t believe it is over! It truly showed the path of time, change & family. #BravermanForever
— Nicole Gregory (@nicolegreg21) January 30, 2015
#BravermanForever is trending. Yes! This show will live on forever. One you can watch over and over. Best family on TV! #ParenthoodFarewell
— Katherine (@HopeFloats019) January 30, 2015
Also the fact that #BravermanForever is trending just made me tear up again…I CAN’T HANDLE THIS
— Ashley Allen (@ashleyallen29) January 30, 2015