In the pantheon of television classics, MASH stands as a towering achievement, blending humor and drama amidst the backdrop of the Korean War. Yet, behind its seamless portrayal of camaraderie lay a simmering tension, particularly between one co-star and Alan Alda himself.
Amidst the ensemble cast, one figure stood out for all the wrong reasons. McLean Stevenson, initially envisioned as an equal alongside Alda and Wayne Rogers, found himself at odds with the show’s trajectory. As the series progressed, Alda’s prominence grew, leaving Stevenson feeling sidelined. Despite Stevenson’s departure in Season 3, the rift between him and Alda lingered, a testament to the behind-the-scenes dynamics that often shape television lore.