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He appeared as Eddie Jackson on Showtime's series Shameless in 2011. Murray's first film role was in the 1986 comedy film One Crazy Summer as George Calamari. His other roles include the 1988 comedy film Scrooged, with his brothers Bill, Brian, and John.
Sheila Jackson (Joan Cusack) is a regular character from seasons 1–4, and for the first three episodes of season 5. She is Karen's mother, Eddie's widow, and an on and off love interest to Frank. Sheila is a kind and caring person, if a bit empty-headed. She has agoraphobia and a fear of germs that developed when Karen was young. Although she ...
In the episode, Eddie Jackson's body is found and Frank is deemed a prime suspect in his death, while Veronica suspects Kevin is cheating on her. According to Nielsen Media Research , the episode was seen by an estimated 1.01 million household viewers and gained a 0.5 ratings share among adults aged 18–49.
At the Jackson residence, Frank (William H. Macy) discovers that the neighbors, the Casdens, are throwing a birthday party but loses interest when he realizes there will not be alcohol. Eddie Jackson ( Joel Murray ) unexpectedly moves back in with his family, citing financial issues, much to the dismay of his estranged wife Sheila ( Joan Cusack ...
Shameless is an American black comedy drama television series developed by John Wells that aired on Showtime from January 9, 2011, to April 11, 2021. It is an adaptation of Paul Abbott 's British series of the same name and features an ensemble cast led by William H. Macy and Emmy Rossum .
Lip has suspicions about Ian's sexuality, and takes him to a classmate, Karen Jackson, to confirm his suspicions. Karen's religious father, Eddie, later discovers Karen performing oral sex on an unfazed Ian. Repulsed by his daughter's actions, Eddie attempts to beat Lip and Ian, then later abandons his family.
When Eddie Jackson's body turns up in the lake, Frank tries to collect Eddie's life insurance benefits and pension, despite being a prime suspect in his death. Following the airplane wheel incident, combined with the news of Eddie's death, Sheila is unable to leave her bedroom.
An angry Eddie scolds her, calling her a whore in front of everyone. A furious Karen returns home and destroys his basement, crying to Sheila ( Joan Cusack ) over Eddie's lack of affection. Monica informs Frank that she will sign the papers if he gives up Liam's parent rights, which he strongly considers.