We hardly knew ye! As if real life weren't painful enough, some of TV's most beloved series — including Game of Thrones, Grey's Anatomy, The Walking Dead, Empire and The Americans — bade farewell to fan-favorite characters in the 2015-2016 season.
Here are 10 of the most surprising demises, and we don't blame you if this melancholic list makes you want to grab a drink (preferably of the poison-free variety).