'Stop trying to make fetch happen': Rachel McAdams's canid reflections on 'Mean Girls' years later

"Stop trying to make fetch happen!" The immortal words of queen-bee Regina George from the beloved 2004 teen comedy "Mean Girls" still echo in fans' minds. And who better to remind us of this iconic phrase than the actress who brought Regina to life? Rachel McAdams discussed the lasting legacy of the film and her surprising return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Rachel McAdams and the Everlasting 'Fetch' of Mean Girls

Eighteen years after the release of "Mean Girls," Rachel McAdams recalls that the biting line "'Stop trying to make fetch happen' is still in the lead," as she told The Hollywood Reporter during a press junket in 2022. It's not only a testament to the movie's enduring popularity but also to McAdams' timeless portrayal of the ultimate high school mean girl.

While she's moved on to various roles since then, including dramatic turns and superhero films, that one line from "Mean Girls" continues to resonate. Why? Because, darlings, fetch never really did happen, but Regina George lives forever in our hearts.

A Marvelous Return: Rachel McAdams in the MCU

While we're on the subject of iconic roles, let's not forget Rachel's stellar performance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Reprising her role as Dr. Christine Palmer in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness," McAdams is back in action after almost six years. Her return to Marvel was a delightful shock, even for the actress herself.

"I sort of try to go with the flow on these things, and it all works out for a reason. There are real masterminds at work with the MCU," she said, as reported by The Independent. Going into it with gratitude, McAdams found the experience to be "wonderful and exciting and surprising to be back again."

Rachel McAdams has indeed come a long way since her "Mean Girls" days. Yet, she gracefully carries the legacy of Regina George while forging new paths in the ever-expansive Marvel universe. Whether she's dropping scathing put-downs or standing strong alongside superheroes, McAdams continues to dazzle us with her range and charm. Here's to more iconic roles in the future, and may fetch finally, well, happen!

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