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Movies tend to influence the masses easily, and Rachel McAdams’Mean Girlscharacter was what took the world by storm. For 20 years, the movie has been a go-to during sleepovers, family nights, or simply if you’re too lazy to get out of bed and work.
And 20 years after the movie’s release, several dialogues from the teen comedy film are still being used by youngsters across the world. IfMean Girlshad this much of an impact on society, imagine what it did to McAdams’ career over time.
Rachel McAdams claims Regina George helped her achieve longevity
Rachel McAdamshas been in the movie industry for several years, dating back to 2001 when she debuted as Beth Swanson inShotgun Love Beth. The 45-year-old found a decent amount of success before becoming the face of Regina George onMean Girls.
Starring alongside Lindsay Lohan,Amanda Seyfried, Lacey Chabert, andTina Fey, it genuinely gave McAdams a boost in recognition. Her role in the movie also allowed Hollywood to recognize the versatility she carried.
During an interview withThe New York Times, McAdams was asked if she ever thinks about Regina George. She said,
Does Regina George haunt me every day? She does have that quality… No, I have to thank Regina George for giving me some longevity. I’m forever grateful to Tina Fey [the Mean Girls screenwriter] and Mark Waters [the director].
Regina George was known for being the leader of the most popular girls at North Shore High School. She always tried to be above everybody and did anything to put away anybody who stood in her way. To be exact, she embraced the villain’s role.
Rachel McAdams also claimed that she didn’t care what role she played onMean Girlsas long as she got to act in it. And ever since, she’s wanted to play characters that are “larger than life” as got away with a lot.
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However, McAdams has played more than just the villain role in movies. For example, she acted as a compassionate Allie Hamilton inThe Notebook. Similarly, she’s had many roles that required different attitudes or personalities to be portrayed.
Rachel McAdams and Lindsay Lohan are allegedly open for a Mean Girls sequel
In an exclusive interview conducted byPeople, a source mentioned that Rachel McAdams andLindsay Lohanwere interested in making a sequel 20 years after they first got together on set.
The source explained Lohan’s relationship with her former co-stars and added,
[Lohan] wants to do another [Mean Girls movie] and has a good relationship with her former cast members… They are her friends and have been. Another film would be great for her and for audiences who loved the original.
As for McAdams, there was some doubt regarding her interest in making a sequel to the 2004 hit. When she was approached about filming a Walmart commercial with her former co-stars, she declined. The source added,
She has no regrets about not doing a Walmart commercial, which is a different thing… She is super busy, but likes her former cast members and would be interested in talking about a sequel if it becomes a reality.
Since these comments were made by a source from within the movie industry, People tried to reach out to McAdams and Lohan’s representatives for more clarity. These requests weren’t fulfilled.
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Whether they come back to do a reunion special or a sequel, Regina’s fans would definitely like to see more of theMean Girlscast on screen.
Mean Girlscan be streamed on Netflix.
Rakibul John Rodgers
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Rakib is a writer at Fandomwire. He loves to delve into the worlds of horror, mystery, and pop culture. With a keen interest in sports, particularly basketball and MMA, he stays up-to-date on the latest developments. Outside of writing, Rakib values time with loved ones and finds solace in music, his first love.
