Top 10 Lovable Idiots on Sitcoms

The lovable idiot is a tried and true character type on sitcoms, and these goofballs are the absolute best! For this list, we’ll be looking at characters from sitcoms who definitely should have paid more attention in school, but who nevertheless won us over with their charm. Also, we’re only including live-action characters on this list, so no animated ones. Our countdown includes Troy Barnes from "Community" (2009-15), Phil Dunphy from "Modern Family" (2009-20), Rose Nylund from "The Golden Girls" (1985-92), Joey Tribbiani from "Friends" (1994-2004), and more! Which dimwitted character do you love? Head to those comments and let us know.