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MAS*H Finale Draws Record 120 Million Viewers

5/5/2025

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The 1983 M*A*S*H finale, "Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen," captivated a staggering 120 million viewers, making it the most-watched episode in TV history. Alan Alda reminisced about the show's profound impact and his personal evolution as an artist, solidifying M*A*S*H's enduring legacy in American television.

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The 1983 M*A*S*H finale, "Goodbye, Farewell, and Amen," captivated a staggering 120 million viewers, making it the most-watched episode in TV history. Alan Alda reminisced about the show's profound impact and his personal evolution as an artist, solidifying M*A*S*H's enduring legacy in American television.