As a dedicated fan of ER and a witness to its remarkable impact on television, I can confidently say that the show’s love story between Dr. Doug Ross (George Clooney) and Nurse Carol Hathaway (Julianna Margulies) remains one of the most endearing and memorable aspects of this iconic series. Their on-again, off-again relationship, filled with emotional turmoil and eventual happiness, mirrors the ups and downs that we as fans have experienced in our own lives.
As a gaming enthusiast, I’d say ER was the foundation that shaped today’s medical TV dramas. It was once NBC’s crown jewel among Must-See TV shows, stretching over 10 seasons and eventually running for an impressive 15, wrapping up in 2009 with a grand total of nearly 350 episodes. The series also launched the careers of some big names, such as the beloved on-screen duo George Clooney and Julianna Margulies, who were more than just co-stars – they were destined to be together. Fast forward to today, these two remain close friends, exchanging heartwarming messages in a unique way that only they can.
It Was Always Doug And Carol
Initially, during the early seasons of ER, characters George Clooney’s Dr. Doug Ross and Julianna Margulies’ Nurse Carol Hathaway had an up-and-down romantic relationship. Even when they weren’t a couple, they would eventually find their way back to one another. Eventually, in Season 5, Clooney decided to leave the show, with his character Dr. Doug Ross resigning from his position. However, when it was time for Carol to depart after Margulies accepted a $27 million offer, Clooney made a surprise return for a guest appearance at the end of the second-to-last episode in Season 6.
After departing from County, Carol found herself back with her beloved partner at their seaside home in Seattle. Much like other people, Julianna Margulies’ mother also expressed great joy upon hearing this news, as she shared with the Television Academy.
As a devoted fan, I must admit that even now, I find myself choked up by the series finale. I can vividly recall my mother’s astonishment – she was just as surprised as everyone else since George had departed the show. Upon hearing the news, she let out a scream, a reaction shared by many viewers, I believe. The ending was perfect for us fans because Carol and Doug were truly meant to be together.
Due to the challenges Doug and Carol faced and Doug leaving the show, some fans might have thought they wouldn’t end up together. However, when Carol departed only to return and rejoin Doug in the finale (which was filmed discreetly), it brought tears of joy to many viewers. The couple, who later had children, were still married and working together in the final season. What’s heartwarming is that the actors portraying them have remained good friends off-screen as well.
How George Clooney And Julianna Margulies Are Still Connected
15 years on since ER wrapped up, George Clooney and I, Julianna Margulies, have discovered a charming way to keep the series alive in our hearts. We often find ourselves slipping back into our beloved characters when we chat, and it’s one of the most heartwarming things ever.
Ultimately, it was only Carol and Doug who ended up being the ones. To this very day, when we exchange personal emails, George and I continue to sign off as ‘Love, Carol’ or ‘Doug.’
Regardless of the passage of time since their days on ER and the numerous film and television projects they’ve undertaken since then, it’s heartwarming to know that George Clooney and Julianna Margulies continue to sign their emails with their characters’ names as a token of their enduring friendship. In my opinion, this unique practice keeps the characters of Doug and Carol alive in some form. To me, it seems almost fate that these two actors were perfectly cast for these roles, destined to bring these characters together on screen.
Although it seems unlikely for an ER revival in the near future, fans with a Hulu subscription can currently enjoy all 15 seasons of this timeless medical drama. With the show’s 30th anniversary recently behind us, now is the ideal opportunity to reminisce about your most cherished moments at Cook County General Hospital.
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2024-09-23 22:37