Laura Prepon as Karen
In terms of being a good person, Laura Prepon’s Karen is just about the most terrible character that the show has featured. The pretentious Karen has always found a way to bring out the absolute worst in Ted, whether it be in the numerous flashbacks or when they dated again in his 30s.
Still, for as terrible as Karen is, Prepon excellent in the role. Someone that despicable has to be fun to play, and it looks like the actress relished every moment of it on screen. Delivering every single one of her condescending line with pleasure, Karen is a longtime fan favorite and one that we’ll remember long after the show is off the air.
Joe Manganiello as Brad Morris
Marshall didn’t keep in touch with many of his friends from law school once he graduated, but one who always seemed to be popping up in his life was Brad Morris, played by Joe Manganiello. Brad’s earliest moments are some of his best, as he comforts Marshall after Lily leaves him. Brad and Marshall become brunch buddies and it almost seems like Brad is infatuated with his new friend. Manganiello plays the role perfectly, especially when he’s being overly bro-y about his sentimentality.
Brad shows up many times over the years, but he comes back again for another memorable appearance in the season eight episode, Twelve Horny Women. He’s the lawyer fighting Marshall in the Gruber Pharmaceutical case and he uses every ounce of his rippling body to win over the all-women jury. After the trial, Brad realizes the harm he’s done and ends up being the one to convince Marshall that he should become a judge.
While most know Manganiello from True Blood, HIMYM has provided the capable actor with yet another memorable television role.