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Ted: From Cursed Cowboys Fan to Peacock Series Star

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Discover the wild journey of Ted from being blamed for sports losses to starring in a hit Peacock series. Learn more about Ted's impact on pop culture and fan reactions!

Ted, the name that has been making waves in various contexts, from politics to entertainment. California Congressman Ted Lieu, known for advocating against nuclear weapons and climate change, is a stark contrast to the infamous Ted Cruz, who faced ridicule after the Dallas Cowboys' loss against the Green Bay Packers. Fans jokingly blamed Cruz's support for the team as a 'curse.' However, the lighthearted side of Ted shines in the Peacock series, where Seth MacFarlane's creation continues to entertain audiences.

The return of Ted on screen has stirred excitement among fans, with showrunners hinting at a potential Season 2 filled with more humor and adventures. Despite the lack of a confirmed Ted 3 movie, the success of the Peacock prequel series hints at a bright future for the beloved character. Viewership records were shattered as the Ted prequel series became Peacock's most-viewed show in its initial days, cementing Ted's enduring popularity.

In a delightful twist, a TikTok star named Ted Zhar even made an appearance at the Auckland waterfront, engaging passersby with his signature question about livelihoods. Meanwhile, the Ted TV show brings a fresh take on humor with a queer cousin character challenging the franchise's traditional crassness. From the classic comedy to the modern reinvention, Ted continues to capture hearts around the world.

Ted's impact goes beyond entertainment, as actors like Brett Goldstein from 'Ted Lasso' can't help but praise the character's influence. With the Peacock series gaining massive traction, fans are eagerly anticipating what the future holds for Ted, whether it's a return to the big screen or more adventures on the small screen.

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Interview: California Congressman Ted Lieu on what you can do ... (Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists)

A Democrat who represents south and west Los Angeles, Lieu has long been known for his efforts to reduce the threats posed by nuclear weapons and climate change ...

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Ted Cruz Brutally Mocked After Cowboys Loss (Newsweek)

Ted Cruz has been blamed for the Dallas Cowboys' loss against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

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'Cursed' Ted Cruz Blamed For 'Kiss Of Death' In Embarrassing NFL ... (Yahoo! Voices)

Cruz tweeted a message in support of the Dallas Cowboys, which might've seemed like a safe bet given that they were the heavy favorites playing at home against ...

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Ted Cruz curse strikes again? Cowboys fan bombard Texas ... (Sportskeeda)

Dallas Cowboys fans are taking aim at Texas Senator Ted Cruz after the loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

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Will There Be a Ted Season 2? Seth MacFarlane Weighs In (TheWrap)

Showrunners Paul Corrigan and Brad Walsh said there's "plenty of room to explore" in potential additional seasons of the Peacock series Ted.

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Ted Season 2 Update Shared By Seth MacFarlane & Showrunners (Screen Rant)

Ted season 2 is addressed by Seth MacFarlane and showrunners Paul Corrigan and Brad Walsh, who discuss what future episodes might consist of.

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The Bear Is Back: 'Ted' Is Somehow Hilarious Again in This Peacock ... (Coachella Valley Independent)

I had a good time with Seth MacFarlane's original Ted movie, a profane blast of comedy starring Mark Wahlberg as Johnny—and a wise-assed talking teddy bear ...

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The “Ted” TV Show Has Classic Crass Humor Plus a Queer Cousin (Autostraddle)

The offensive humor of the Ted franchise is called out by John's queer cousin (played by Giorgia Whigham) in the new TV series.

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TikTok star Ted Zhar visits Auckland waterfront to ask passersby in ... (Newshub)

A TikTok star who's made a living out of asking people how they make theirs has taken his iconic question, "What do you do for a living?

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'Ted' Cast and Character Guide - Who Plays the Bennett Family? (Collider.com)

Here's who stars alongside Seth MacFarlane on the hit new Peacock series Ted, a prequel series to smash hit R-rated comedy movies.

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Ted 3 gets sad update from Seth MacFarlane amid Peacock series (ClutchPoints)

Ted 3 never seemed to be in the works according to Seth MacFarlane as the Peacock prequel series premieres.

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Ted fans can't believe new series is “peak” (Dexerto)

Ted, Seth MacFarlane's potty-mouthed bear, has returned to our screens in his own series - and fans are taken aback by how great it is.

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Ted Lasso's Brett Goldstein Can't Help Gushing About Costar Phil ... (PEOPLE.com)

Brett Goldstein is nominated for outstanding supporting actor in a comedy series at the Emmy Awards 2023, where he gushed about his costar Phil Dunster.

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'Ted' Prequel Series Sets Viewership Record With Peacock Debut (Collider.com)

Seth MacFarlane's Ted prequel series became Peacock's most-viewed series through its first three days following its recent premiere.

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Is the Ted series on Netflix? (Where to stream online) (Netflix Life)

The rude, crude talking teddy bear is back. This time, we're jumping back in time to see how 16-year-old John Bennett and his bear best friend dealt with ...

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Ted - Season 1 Episode 2 Recap & Review (The Review Geek)

In Ted Episode 2, as Johnny and Ted are pushed around by Clive a lot at school. They decide one night, after smoking a ton of pot, that they should push ...

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