10 Best TV Characters Who You Never Actually Got To See
1. Charlie Townsend - Charlie's Angels
Charlie Townsend is a character who genuinely transcends even this list. He is one of storytelling's most aloof and mysterious characters, having existed for decades, been the titular character of an entire franchise, and never once shown his face. The man is a pro at hide and seek, that's for sure.
As the founder of the Townsend Agency, this character is the basis for the kick-ass show. He founded the Angels (as is clear from the title), and thanks to that, this awesome girl-power team was put on the map. He's been a consistent figure in the series since its inception and, throughout that time, has only allowed one person to see his real face, that being the beloved recurring character, Bosley.
The character appeared in the original series as a disembodied voice (played by John Forsythe) that would guide the characters and give them missions. He has also appeared in subsequent reboots, such as the 2011 ABC remake and Charlie's Angels 2019 - albeit with far less significance.
Overall, the mystery behind this figure was what made him so iconic, and he acts as a masterclass in building unseen TV figures even to this day.