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Chris Colfer Reunites With His TV Dad Mike OMalley in Heartwarming Airport Moment
Glee fans got a dose of nostalgia this week when Chris Colfer unexpectedly crossed paths with his onscreen dad, Mike OMalley.The pair, who played Kurt and Burt Hummel on the hit Fox series, bumped into each other at the airport. Colfer shared the sweet run-in on Threads, posting a photo of the two embracing. OMalley, ever the proud dad figure, pointed at Colfer with a straight face while the actor beamed for the camera.Always love running into family at the airport! Colfer wrote, tagging OMalley and adding, Love ya, Dad!The Hummels Lasting LegacyThe Hummel father-son storyline remains one of the most impactful arcs in Glees six-season run from 2009 to 2015. Kurt was among the first openly gay teen characters to lead a network series, with Colfers performance praised for its honesty and heart.OMalleys Burt Hummel, initially written as a gruff, sports-loving dad, became one of televisions most memorable portrayals of unconditional parental support. Their dynamic earned both actors Emmy nods, and Colfer later took home a Golden Globe in 2011.Glee Memories and Real-Life BondsThough Glee ended a decade ago, its cast continues to reunite in unexpected ways. The show left behind a complicated but enduring legacy, remembered as much for its campy performances as for its groundbreaking LGBTQ+ representation.Colfer and OMalleys surprise encounter follows other recent meetups. Just last year, OMalley caught up with Darren Criss, who played Kurts onscreen husband Blaine Anderson, for the shows 15th anniversary. OMalley jokingly called Criss a heckuva son-in-law in his caption.Over the summer, Colfer and Criss also reunited when Criss won a Tony Award for his role in Maybe Happy Ending. Colfer celebrated the milestone by sharing photos from their post-show hangout.Fans Still Gleeking OutFor Glees devoted fanbase, affectionately known as Gleeks, these reunions provide a reminder of the shows cultural footprint. While the cast has endured tragedy, including the deaths of Cory Monteith and Naya Rivera, moments like Colfer and OMalleys airport photo keep the spirit of the series alive.OMalley also used the reunion to shout out Colfers latest project. The actor and author is preparing for his upcoming book tour, and OMalley couldnt help but cheer him on in the comments.This kid is a rock star! OMalley wrote. Couldnt be more proud of this dude Book tour now!Source
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