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Ted Lasso: An Ode to Barbara, the Only New Character Who Lasted

Laura J. Burns
May 31, 2023
Laura J. Burns
Laura J. Burns writes books, writes for TV, and sometimes writes TV based on books and books based on TV. She will never, however, write a poem. She’s the managing editor of The Antagonist.

*MILD SPOILERS FOR TED LASSO SEASON 3, EPISODE 12*

After the very odd decision of Apple TV+ to drop the series finale of Ted Lasso at midnight on Tuesday night after a full season of 9pm drops, we’re faced with half the country sitting at work today trying not to be spoiled while checking social media. The pain is real, y’all.

Therefore today’s first Ted Lasso post will not spoil anything very important, but will instead pay tribute to the best new addition to the AFC Richmond team this year. No, not Zava. Not Jack, that manipulative billionaire brat. Not Shandy Fine, may she live forever fucking stars. I’m talking about Barbara the no-nonsense CFO.

Barbara, wearer of clothes that tell the truth, lover of snow globes. Hater of floral arrangements.

Proof that no one should ever judge anyone, even a corporate suit, by first impressions, let’s just take a moment to remember that Barbara isn’t only a stern, all-business no-fun CFO. She’s also an unapologetic lover of violence.

And god bless the series finale of Ted Lasso, “So Long, Farewell”, for giving this long-suffering corporate worker bee not only a kickass new job in the employ of better people in the form of Keeley and Rebecca, but also, finally, some more violence in her football matches.

Stay freaky, Barbara, you juicy CFO, you.

Laura J. Burns Author
Laura J. Burns writes books, writes for TV, and sometimes writes TV based on books and books based on TV. She will never, however, write a poem. She’s the managing editor of The Antagonist.
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