Topher Grace’s Departure from That ’70s Show

For this writer, bidding farewell to Topher Grace, the lovable Eric Foreman of That ’70s Show, felt like a personal loss. Grace’s departure marked the end of an era, as he set his sights on expanding his horizons in the world of film.

From swinging through the streets of Spider-Man 3 to taking audiences on a wild ride in Take Me Home Tonight, Grace fearlessly pursued his silver-screen dreams. Stepping away from a staggering $700,000 per episode paycheck, Grace proved that sometimes, the allure of new adventures outweighs the comforts of the familiar.