Zach Braff Still Has a Prop from "Scrubs" Pilot After 25 Years

It's been 25 years since the pilot episode of the beloved series "Scrubs" first aired, and one of its stars, Zach Braff, still has a memento from the set. Braff, who played Dr. John Michael "J.D." Dorian, revealed to People magazine that he kept a foam deer antler from a dream sequence in the very first episode. The antler, which looked remarkably real, has been with him for a quarter-century.

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Maybe you remember, there is a dream sequence in the pilot episode that shows J.D. like a deer in the headlights.

Braff's co-star, Sarah Chalke, who portrayed Dr. Elliot Reid, also shared her souvenir from the show: her scrubs. She admitted that she would have loved to keep Rowdy, the show's taxidermied Labrador, but it was impossible as the prop was kept under tight lock and key. "Scrubs – Die Anfänger" ran for nine seasons from 2001 to 2010, and a tenth season is currently available on Disney+.

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I have had it for 25 years now.

This anecdote highlights the enduring affection fans and cast members have for "Scrubs." The show's ability to blend humor, heart, and memorable characters has cemented its place in television history, making even small props like a foam antler a cherished piece of nostalgia.

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Rowdy was completely under lock and key.