Desperate Housewives Timeline ( Real )

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October 3, 2004

Premiere of Desperate Housewives

The television show Desperate Housewives premiered on ABC, introducing audiences to the mysterious and dramatic lives of the residents of Wisteria Lane.

award
January 16, 2005

Desperate Housewives Wins Golden Globe for Best Television Series - Musical or Comedy

Desperate Housewives won the Golden Globe award for Best Television Series in the Musical or Comedy category, marking a significant achievement and recognition for the show.

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May 13, 2012

End of Desperate Housewives TV Series

The final episode of Desperate Housewives aired, concluding the show's eight-season run and wrapping up the storylines of the main characters.

Desperate Housewives Timeline ( Fictional )

death
Early 2003

Mary Alice Young's Suicide

Mary Alice Young, the neighbor on Wisteria Lane, dies by suicide, sparking the show's central mystery.

relationship
Mid 2003

Susan and Mike's Relationship Begins

Susan and Mike Delfino start their complicated romantic relationship after Mike moves in across from Susan's house.

health
Late 2004

Lynette's Cancer Diagnosis

Lynette Scavo is diagnosed with cancer, significantly impacting her family and storyline.

death
Early 2005

Bree's Husband Rex Dies

Rex Van de Kamp, Bree's husband, dies suddenly from a heart condition, deeply affecting Bree's character development.

relationship
Early 2003

Gabrielle's Affair with John

Gabrielle Solis has an affair with her teenage gardener, John Rowland, complicating her marriage with Carlos.

revelation
Mid 2003

Zach Young's Secret Revealed

It is revealed that Zach Young is Mary Alice and Paul Young's son, central to many mysteries and conflicts.

legal
Late 2003

Paul Young's Release from Prison

Paul Young is released from prison, returning to Wisteria Lane and shaking up the community.

introduction
Season 4, 2007

Introduction of Katherine Mayfair

Katherine Mayfair moves to Wisteria Lane, bringing new dynamics and secrets to the neighborhood.

revelation
Mid 2003

Discovery of Mary Alice's Diary

The neighborhood discovers Mary Alice's secret diaries that explain her reasons for suicide.

wedding
Season 4 Finale, 2008

Susan and Mike Marry

Susan Mayer and Mike Delfino get married, marking a high point in their relationship.