Bob runs his burger joint while facing a seemingly endless series of obstacles.
TV dads like Bob Belcher may be deeply flawed.
However, these dads always find a way to put their families first.
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However, like the Belchers, the Smiths always find a way to come together when it matters most.
Like Bob Belcher, Stan is a well-meaning father who is lovably flawed.
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Both Bob and Stan show their love by providing for their families.
He is best friends with his dog, Brian (MacFarlane).
What makesPeter Griffin so similar to Bob Belcheris that they are lovable dads in spite of their quirks.
Phil is a fun parent, and often struggles to stand up to his kids when they act out.
However,Modern Familyshows Philto be a good-hearted if sometimes misguided parent.
Both Bob and Phil can be ineffective fathers, particularly when it comes to discipline.
Bob and Phil show up for their kids despite their respective flaws.
After losing their fortune, the Roses have to settle in a small town in a motel.
Throughout his experience, Johnny never loses his optimism or determination.
Johnny and Bob face many professional challenges they must navigate while trying to provide for their families.
Johnny and Bob share similar attitudes in approaching the challenges that life has dealt them.
These fathers do their best to get by with what life has handed them.
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Throughout the series, Iroh demonstrates through his actions that he is the father Zuko needs.
Uncle Iroh and Bob Belcher have their own ways of dispensing wisdom to their families and their communities.
Both Bob and Iroh have accumulated years of wisdom that benefit those whom they are raising.
These dads also share a sense of humor that makes them easier to love.
Homer takes a “work hard, play hard” approach to life.
Homer is slightly more prone to focusing on his own needs and wants as compared to Bob.
Bob and Homer share a sense of humor, and always have their hearts in the right place.
Hal is the father and husband of the family, who is a well-meaning but often incompetent parent.
He struggles to connect with his children emotionally, since he himself is emotionally immature.
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Hal is often indecisive, and frequently starts new hobbies and activities without a plan to follow through.
Similarly, Bob also never loses his sense of childlike wonder.
These qualities make Hal and Bob easy fathers to connect with.
Hank is another example of a father who shows his love primarily by being a provider.
King of the HillandBob’s Burgerspresent fathers who have strong values that guide their parenting.
They also both appreciate the simple things in life, and appreciate every small win as parents.
Both Bob and Ron are immensely proud of their children, even if they don’t always say it.
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