Collect What Happened To The Goldberg Dad In Real Life?

The Goldberg dad, Albert “Pops” Solomon, was played by the talented George Segal. Sadly, George Segal passed away in March of 2021. This was a real loss for the Goldberg family and fans alike.

George Segal was a beloved actor who had a long and successful career. He was known for his roles in films like “The Graduate” and “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” and he won a Golden Globe Award for his performance in the TV series “The Goldbergs.” His portrayal of Pops brought warmth and humor to the show. Segal’s passing was a real loss for the show, as well as for the entertainment industry as a whole.

It’s understandable that the writers of “The Goldbergs” decided to not have Pops die on the show. Losing a beloved character like Pops would have been a lot to ask of the audience. They were already dealing with the grief of losing Segal in real life, and adding another layer of sadness to the show would have been too much. The writers decided to honor Segal’s memory by writing Pops out of the show in a way that was both respectful and heartwarming.