Where is the original Mean Girls cast now? From Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams to Amanda Seyfried, Lacey Chabert and Jonathan Bennett – their roles, relationships and ventures in 2024
“On Wednesdays, we wear pink.” If this line immediately takes you back to the corridors of North Shore High School, you’re not alone. Released in 2004, Mean Girls gifted pop culture with a lexicon of unforgettable quotes and memes.
Lindsay Lohan
Lindsay Lohan, 37, known for her role as the sharp yet naïve Cady Heron, has mirrored her character’s dramatic arc in real life. After her rise to fame, the actress faced personal challenges, addiction battles and intense scrutiny, but she has made a remarkable comeback.
Rachel McAdams
Next spring, McAdams is set to make her Broadway debut in Mary Jane, marking a new milestone in her career. Off screen, she is known for her environmental activism and her efforts to bring attention to social issues. She is married and has two children with screenwriter Jamie Linden.
Amanda Seyfried
Off screen, Seyfried is an advocate for mental health and animal rights. She is married to Life in Pieces actor Thomas Sadoski, with whom she shares two children.
Lacey Chabert
Lacey Chabert, 41, portrayed Gretchen Wieners, the girl forever trying to make “fetch” happen. Since her days at North Shore High, Chabert has found her niche in the realm of Hallmark movies and their heart-warming narratives, starring in a wide array of romantic comedies and holiday films.
Beyond acting, Chabert has lent her voice to several animated series too, from children’s cartoons to video games, displaying her range and talent across different facets of the industry. She is married and has one daughter.
Jonathan Bennett
Jonathan Bennett, 42, remembered as Aaron Samuels, has stayed active in the entertainment world. He’s hosted cooking shows, appeared in various TV movies, and has become a prominent figure in the LGBTQ+ community, using his platform to make an impact in and out of the entertainment world.
Bennett has also wrote a Mean Girls-themed cookbook in homage to his role in the film. He is married to Celebrity Page host Jaymes Vaughan.
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