The Emotional Tribute Of Glee: Honoring Finn's Legacy

Glee has always been a show that tugs at our heartstrings, but nothing prepared us for the emotional farewell to one of its beloved characters, Finn Hudson. The episode dedicated to Finn was not just a tribute to a character, but a reflection of the profound impact he had on his friends and family. Through music and heartfelt moments, the Glee club members navigated their grief, showcasing how art can be a powerful means of coping with loss.

As the students of McKinley high school come together to pay their respects, we witness the raw emotions of love, regret, and pain that accompany such a significant goodbye. The episode encapsulates the essence of friendship and the healing power of music, reminding us that even in our darkest moments, we can find solace in the company of others and shared memories.

Through performances that resonate deeply, the cast expresses their sorrow, showcasing how they choose to memorialize Finn. The episode serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing the moments we have with our loved ones.

Glee Club Struggles With How To Say Goodbye

When the classmates at McKinley are going through a tough time, singing always makes them feel better. So, it’s no surprise that the current, as well as returning members, took to song to honor their fallen friend, Finn.

“Memorialize him the way we only way we know how – by singing,” Mr. Schuester (Matthew Morrison) told the students. However, it wasn’t an easy thing for them to do.

The cast gathered for the most emotional opening yet, in a powerful group ballad of their own rendition of “Seasons of Love.”

The Emotional Impact on Characters

Mercedes (Amber Riley) admitted she had been sobbing since the funeral and needed to sing — she was the first to step up in the choir room to sing one of Finn’s favorites, “I’ll Stand By You.”

Kurt (Chris Colfer), his dad, Burt (Mike O’Malley), and Finn’s mom, Carole (Romy Rosemont) rummaged through Finn’s belongings in an extremely sad, but important family moment. Each of them displayed how they were dealing with the tragedy.

Burt regretted not hugging him more, Kurt remembered the safety he felt with Finn, and Carole realized that every day she would wake up and forget that her son is gone, and then remember again — her heart would break every time.

Santana's Struggle with Grief

Santana (Naya Rivera) returned from her NY adventure as well to support her friends. She faced a battle with herself, as she struggled with how to grieve for Finn through her usual catty attitude.

While she is used to being mean to mask her true feelings, it causes a run-in with McKinley’s new mean girl, Bree (Erinn Westbrook), who Sue (Jane Lynch) assigned to take candles out of the memorial in the hallway.

Santana then attacked Sue — yes, physically attacked her — she pushed her into a filing cabinet before running out.

Puck's Decision to Change

Mike Chang (Harry Shum Jr.) and an angry and confused Noah Puckerman (Mark Salling) also returned to their high school to remember their classmate. At first, Puck was angry — he even ripped out the tree that the school planted in Finn’s memory.

Later, he showed up drunk and pissed off in the locker room, where he was supported by Coach Beast (Dot Marie Jones). He admitted to her that he was afraid to cry because he knew he wouldn’t be able to stop — and that’s when he let it all out.

“He’s dead and all we’ve got left is his voice in our head,” she told him, straightforward. “I’m sorry, but it’s time you gotta be your own quarterback.”

Rachel's Heartfelt Goodbye

While Mr. Schuester is trying to be the rock of the glee club, reprising the role he’s played the entire series, his wife Emma (Jayma Mays) was worried about him. He wasn’t taking time for himself to grieve for his best friend — he even admitted he hadn’t cried at all.

At the end of the episode, we see Rachel — wearing her “Finn” necklace — who returned on Kurt’s arm in the hallway, saying she just had to return to see the memorial.

“I loved Finn, and he loved me and he loved all of you guys. I loved to sing in the car and before Finn, I used to sing alone,” she said to the glee club before taking on “Make You Feel My Love.”