But in theantepenultimate episode ofSupernatural, Castiel sacrificed his life to save Dean.
In honor of the character’s journey, we’re looking back at some of his best moments.
This line was later turned into a musical number in the show’s 200th episode.
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“Castiel:“And I drank it.”
It was this scene that showed just how much Castiel cared and how far he was willing to go.
When the angel showed up in “Swan Song,” it was heroic.
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He knew he’d likely die (which he did), but he wanted to help.
And his big moment was made all the better by him thinking “assbutt” was a thing.
And when the opportunity presented itself, he used his new knowledge to kiss Meg (Rachel Miner).
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As he said afterward, “I learned that from the pizza man.”
The things we’ve shared together, they have changed me.
You’re my family.
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I love all of you.”
Realizing that true happiness could be achieved by speaking his truth, he told Dean that he loved him.
“Knowing you has changed me,” Castiel said.
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It was a devastating but heroic exit.
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