Reuben Campbell

Reuben Campbell is a recurring character in Glee: NDNG. Introduced in 7 Days, he is McKinley's new History teacher. 
== Biography ==
=== Early Life ===
Reuben grew up rich, receiving only the best, including the best education. He went on to go to Harvard, then become a teacher and moved to Oxfordshire, England, where he adopted Franky Hawthorn, with no idea who his biological parents were, as per their contract. He raised Franky in much the same way that he was raised, wanting only the best for him, though he was strict, pushing him to succeed without getting distracted by what he deemed unnecessary. Before long, they moved back to America, and kept moving around, as Franky kept getting kicked out of schools.
=== Season 1 ===
==== 7 Days ====
Reuben is first seen with Franky, staring in disbelief as Ricky Vincent sings It Must Be Love. After the song, a mystified Reuben walks away. When Franky is asked their relationship, he lies that he was a teacher at his previous school.
Reuben next appears in the teachers' lounge while the regular group are discussing Ricky's situation. He's introduced to everyone, but when he gets to Winstanley, he's quick to make it clear he doesn't think Music is a real subject, angering him and Ivan Pierce. He hopes that the 'important subjects' aren't being forgotten, and says that making it in the arts would take an incredible run of luck. Winstanley soon fights back, debating the merits of even learning History, and Reuben can't think of a decent retort. It isn't long before Reuben's left by himself.
When Reuben teaches the Juniors for the first time, he's quick to scold Beth Corcoran for her late entrance, and conflict with Ricky for attempting to defend her.
Reuben witnesses Franky getting slushied for defending him, and he chases the culprits off by revealing that Franky's his son. He tells Franky he couldn't help it, seeing him be treated that way.
After school, Reuben sits in his car, waiting for Franky. When Franky arrives (having been at a Glee rehearsal), he lies about his whereabouts. Even without knowing that, Reuben warns him about being led astray in his freshman year. He also checks Franky's still sure about all his classes, clearly meaning Music. Franky asks him about extracurriculars, leading Reuben to list off a few options he deems suitable. When Franky brings up the mere existence of the Glee Club, Reuben is skeptical, warning Franky to stay away. He tells him that if he does his work and controls his temper, they might just be in with a chance at McKinley. The two see Winstanley smoking against a wall, and Reuben makes his disgust known, though Franky weakly tries to defend him.
During the next Glee rehearsal, Reuben is seen watching through the door for a moment, while the group's in chaos from Beth's collapse.
At home, Reuben's preparing dinner when Franky enters. Reuben is stiff, trying to catch Franky in his lies. He tries to act as if nothing's going on... Except for one thing. He mentions Beth and her situation, then asks if Franky has anything to tell him. Finally, he talks about trust, then reveals that he saw Franky in the club room. His main concern seems to be Franky taking on too much, going all around the country for competitions. Once again, he tells Franky to stay away from the Glee Club.
When Franky's in the auditorium, Reuben watches from the doorway once again, and again in the choir room.
== Personality ==
Reuben is strait-laced and strict, with high expectations and strong opinions. Despite this, he's not entirely without a sense of humour, and he loves Franky dearly.
== Trivia ==
== Gallery ==
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Category:Season 1 Characters
Category:Teachers