In memoriam: 50 TV characters who died in 2012

Every year, television fans have to say goodbye to some of their favorite characters. That's just the nature of TV. Thus, Zap2It feels the need to honor 50 of those who passed away -- plus a few characters whose presumed deaths freaked out audiences -- in 2012.

Warning: There are major spoilers included in this gallery for those who are not up-to-date on TV.