Mean Girls has retained its cultural relevance two decades after its 2004 premiere, largely due to the memorable performances of its young cast. Here’s a quick look at where some of the stars are now and their recent projects, including a surprising connection to Christmas movies in 2024:
1. Lindsay Lohan (Cady Heron)
Lindsay continues to act and recently made a comeback with holiday films. In 2024, she stars in a new Christmas movie, rekindling her popularity with festive charm.
2. Rachel McAdams (Regina George)
Rachel has built a critically acclaimed career, starring in movies like Spotlight and Doctor Strange. While not attached to the Mean Girls musical movie, she remains a fan-favorite.
3. Amanda Seyfried (Karen Smith)
Amanda has achieved significant success in Hollywood, with standout roles in Mamma Mia!, Les Misérables, and The Dropout, for which she won an Emmy. She’s also starring in a new holiday movie in 2024.
4. Lacey Chabert (Gretchen Wieners)
A Hallmark Christmas movie queen, Lacey continues to be a holiday favorite, with another festive film releasing in November 2024. She remains beloved for her consistent work in feel-good movies.
5. Jonathan Bennett (Aaron Samuels)
Jonathan has embraced holiday-themed projects as well, starring in multiple Christmas movies. He also co-hosts events and works on LGBTQ+ advocacy.
6. Daniel Franzese (Damian Leigh)
Daniel has taken on various acting roles while being an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He also performs stand-up comedy.
7. Lizzy Caplan (Janis Ian)
Lizzy has become a powerhouse in television, with acclaimed roles in Masters of Sex, Castle Rock, and Fleishman Is in Trouble. She continues to tackle diverse, challenging roles.
8. Rajiv Surendra (Kevin Gnapoor)
Rajiv stepped away from acting and pursued a career in art and calligraphy. He’s thriving as an artist and author, with a memoir, The Elephants in My Backyard.
9. Tina Fey and Amy Poehler
Both stars remain comedy icons, frequently collaborating on projects. Tina spearheaded the Mean Girls musical and its 2024 movie adaptation.
The enduring love for Mean Girls is a testament to the cast’s talents and the film’s witty script. With several of its stars still making waves in Hollywood—and in holiday movies this year—it’s clear the Plastics’ legacy remains “so fetch.”
