King of the Hill Revival Leaves Fans Heartbroken Over Missing Ladybird

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In the recently announced comeback of “King of the Hill”, there’s one significant character noticeably missing thus far, and it’s possible that there’s a deeply sad explanation for their absence. After almost twenty years since the original series ended, “King of the Hill” is returning with new episodes, and Arlen has undergone some significant changes over this period. The time jump shown in the initial promotional materials for the revival suggests that at least a decade has passed before the events depicted in the new “King of the Hill” episodes, as evidenced by how much characters such as Bobby have matured.

In the upcoming series of “King of the Hill,” it’s inevitable that the main characters may shift due to behind-the-scenes changes. However, one character’s absence is particularly noticeable and saddening – Hank’s dog Ladybird. Although she was a regular in the original show’s opening sequence, she’s missing from the revival’s opening. Given some of the new storylines involving Hank, it seems plausible that Ladybird may have passed away and won’t appear in the new episodes.

Is Ladybird in King of the Hill Revival?

It’s unlikely that you’ll spot the ladybird character in the upcoming King of the Hill revival series, except perhaps in a fleeting reference or picture. The storyline details suggest that it has been about a decade since the original series, which aligns with a potentially sad revelation in the new series. Given that Ladybird was an elderly dog in the original show, it’s plausible and sad to think she might not have lived through the decade that has passed since those events.

It seems to further support this idea that Hank and Peggy have been living in Saudi Arabia for the past eight years, with Hank taking on a unique propane job to finance his retirement. Since such an opportunity required him to leave the country, it’s surprising to think of Hank being away for so long (unless it was due to some influence from Buck Strickland, whose fate remains unclear). What makes this even more extraordinary is that he had to be away from Ladybird for such a prolonged period.

What Will Hank Be Like Without Ladybird?

In the classic series King of the Hill, Hank’s bond with Ladybird was deeply emotional yet consistently comical. There was no one else in Hank’s life he cherished more, and he went above and beyond to ensure her contentment. As Ladybird grew older in later seasons, Hank began to grapple with her aging process. It appears that this loss has occurred since then, which might have played a role in Hank’s subsequent move to Saudi Arabia – emotionally speaking as well.

The revival of “King of the Hill” hints at Hank and Peggy’s return to a transformed Arlen, which also affects their daughter, Ladybird. Since Hank values his central role in life, he may struggle with the ongoing changes in the upcoming series. This emotional struggle has always been the heart of the show, but it will feel more intense when the new episodes debut on Hulu on August 4th.

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2025-06-01 19:09