The TV dinner inventor never ate his own creation. Gerry Thomas was disgusted by frozen food entirely. He insisted on fresh meals his whole life. His invention made millions while he refused to taste it.
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Ironic TwistsFeb 04, 2026
The inventor of the TV dinner never actually ate one because he was disgusted by frozen food and only ate fresh meals.
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