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Tina Fey Reveals How She Made *THAT* Cameo Happen in New ‘Mean Girls’ Movie on January 13, 2024 at 12:04 am Us Weekly

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Tina Fey knew how fetch it would be if someone special made an appearance in the new Mean Girls movie musical.

Warning: Spoilers below for the 2024 Mean Girls movie. 

“Paramount was like, ‘Can you get any of the original ladies? And I was like, ‘I can’t fit five people in,’” Fey, 53, told Entertainment Weekly in a Friday, January 12, interview. “I felt like if I could only get one person as a surprise, the original movie is really Lindsay [Lohan’s] movie. As great as they all are, she’s the heart of that movie.”

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Fey, who wrote both the original and new version of the film, explained that she was also tasked with figuring out how Lohan, 37, could fit into the story seamlessly. “I thought, ‘Well, what could she do?’” she recalled. “I didn’t think [she should] play a teacher. I was trying to think of something that you wouldn’t expect.”

Eventually Fey figured out how to incorporate the original Cady Heron in a way that would feel special for fans. Lohan appears in the third act of the movie as a moderator during the Mathletes competition, which includes the new Cady, played by Angourie Rice.

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The MEAN GIRLS musical movie adaptation is officially a go — and creator Tina Fey is ready to bring even more pink to the big screen. “I’m very excited to bring Mean Girls back to the big screen,” Fey said in a statement to Playbill in January 2020. “It’s been incredibly gratifying to see how […]

“Just to have her do that late in the movie, it also feels like it comes, I hope, at a time where fans weren’t expecting one more little surprise,” Fey said. “It also lets her be smart, which Cady is.”

Lohan isn’t able to step back into Cady’s shoes, but her role in the 2024 flick allows her to be in the room for one of the character’s most famous lines: “The limit does not exist.”

Tina Fey, Lindsay Lohan. Cover Images

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In the scene, Lohan asks the mathletes difficult questions as Fey, who reprised her role as Ms. Norbury, looks on proudly. The film then slightly breaks the fourth wall, with Lohan mentioning that the competition has only ended in a tie “once before,” a nod to the same scene from the 2004 film. However, when Cady (Rice) asks why she didn’t pay attention more in limits class, Lohan cheekily replies, “Honey, I don’t know your life.”

“I was so nervous to meet her. I was sick to my stomach,” Rice, 23, told EW of her and Lohan’s crossover moment. “But it was so exciting because I love her performance in Mean Girls. I think she brings such an honesty to her performances and it’s just so special. And so to meet her was crazy.”

Rice’s fears turned out to be unfounded, as she said the pair bonded immediately over portraying the same character. “One of the first things she said to me was, ‘I feel like I know you because I played the same character,’ and that meant so much to me,” Rice shared. “It just felt so special because it’s really rare to play the same character as someone and get to meet them. It’s something I’ve never experienced before.”

The new installment of the teen comedy classic was initially greenlit in 2020, serving as an adaption of the Mean Girls Broadway musical, which was also written by Fey and premiered on stage in 2018. In addition to Rice as Cady, Renée Rapp who also appeared in the stage version – portrays Regina George, while Avantika Vandanapu and Bebe Wood complete The Plastics as Gretchen Wieners and Karen Smith, respectively. Christopher Briney takes on the role of Aaron Samuels, Auli’i Cravalho is Janis ‘Imi’ike (formerly Ian) and Jaquel Spivey portrays Damian Hubbard.

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Related: See What the ‘Mean Girls’ Cast Is Up to Now

Mean Girls debuted in theaters on April 30, 2004 — but the teen film is celebrated annually on October 3, thanks to one of the movie’s most memorable scenes. The film is responsible for creating iconic lines including, “On Wednesdays, we wear pink” and “Is butter a carb?” But when Aaron Samuels (Jonathan Bennett) innocently […]

As for the original cast, three-fourths of The Plastics, Lohan, Lacey Chabert and Amanda Seyfried, recently reunited for a Mean Girls-inspired Walmart ad in December 2023, reprising their characters. Lohan also made a surprise red carpet appearance at the Mean Girls premiere in New York City earlier this month.

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“It’s stood the test of time,” she told Entertainment Tonight of the OG film while walking the red carpet.  “I feel really grateful. I mean, it’s not very often that you have all these movies that do that. Mean Girls really opened the doors for a lot of things going on in schools. I think it’s also a really fun movie, so it’s really a blessing.”

Mean Girls is now playing in theaters.

John Nacion/Getty Images for Paramount Pictures Tina Fey knew how fetch it would be if someone special made an appearance in the new Mean Girls movie musical. Warning: Spoilers below for the 2024 Mean Girls movie.  “Paramount was like, ‘Can you get any of the original ladies? And I was like, ‘I can’t fit five 

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Kim and Kanye’s Daughter North West Faces Criticism Over Her Tattoos

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North West, the 12-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, is under the spotlight once again — this time for showing off a collection of tattoos that set social media on fire. In recent photos and videos circulating online, North was seen with several arm designs, including tributes to her parents and fashion-inspired symbols. While fans were quick to admire her bold style, not everyone was impressed.

Critics argue that the tattoos — even though they appear to be temporary — are another example of celebrity children being pushed into adult trends too early. Comments flooded social media platforms, with some users saying Kim allows North too much freedom, while others defended the reality star’s parenting approach, praising her for letting her daughter explore creativity and self-expression.

“Kids should be kids,” one commenter wrote, reflecting a broader sentiment among parents online. Meanwhile, supporters pointed out that North comes from one of the most fashion-forward families in the world and that experimenting with style is part of her upbringing.

Kim Kardashian has not directly addressed the controversy, but she has often spoken about encouraging her children to express themselves authentically. North, already known for her viral TikTok appearances and fashion collaborations, seems unfazed by the criticism.

At just 12, North West continues to blur the lines between youth culture and celebrity identity — reminding the public that in the Kardashian–West household, individuality isn’t just allowed, it’s celebrated.

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Jennifer Lopez’s Ex Fires Back: “You Are the Problem”

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Ojani Noa Accuses J.Lo of Cheating After “Never Been Loved” Comments

Jennifer Lopez is once again at the center of a media storm — but this time, it’s her first husband, Ojani Noa, turning up the heat. Following Lopez’s recent Howard Stern Show interview, in which she claimed she has “never been truly loved” by any of her exes, Noa has publicly accused the superstar of cheating and playing the victim.

In the viral Instagram post that has now spread across major outlets like TMZ and New York Post, Noa didn’t hold back.

“Stop putting us down. Stop putting me down with your victim card,” he wrote. “The problem is not us. Not me. The problem is you. You’re the one who couldn’t keep it in your pants.”

“You Chose Fame and Lies Over Love”

Noa and Lopez were married briefly from 1997 to 1998, before her rise to Hollywood superstardom. In his explosive statement, he accused her of being unfaithful during their marriage, claiming she prioritized fame over their relationship.

“You have been loved a few times. You’ve been married four times. And have had countless relationships in between,” Noa continued. “You decided to lie, to cheat on me. You begged me to keep the marriage intact to avoid bad press.”

Noa described himself as “faithful, honest, and loving,” saying he uprooted his life and career to support Lopez at the beginning of her entertainment journey. “I left my family, my friends, everything behind for you,” he wrote, “but once fame came calling, you left me behind.”​

Lopez Silent Amid Growing Backlash

As of now, Jennifer Lopez has not publicly responded to Noa’s allegations. During her Howard Stern interview, the singer and actress claimed her former partners “weren’t capable” of loving her, saying, “It’s not that I’m not lovable… it’s that they’re not capable.”

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Her remarks were widely interpreted as referencing all of her ex-husbands — including Marc Anthony, Cris Judd, and Ben Affleck — but it was Noa who reacted first and most forcefully. His comments have ignited widespread debate online, with many questioning whether Lopez’s honesty came at the expense of others’ reputations.

Public Response and Media Fallout

The online reaction has been intense, with social media users split between defending Lopez’s right to share her truth and blasting her for allegedly rewriting history. Meanwhile, entertainment analysts note that the controversy adds to an increasingly turbulent year for the singer, following canceled tours, underperforming films, and ongoing scrutiny over her marriage to Affleck.

This latest backlash has also reignited conversations about Lopez’s highly publicized romantic history. As tabloids and fans speculate whether more exes might respond, the situation underscores an old truth in celebrity culture — that every candid confession comes with consequences.

For now, Jennifer Lopez remains silent. But in the court of public opinion, the debate about who’s really at fault in her love story is only just beginning.

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Selling Your Soul in Hollywood: The Hidden Cost of Fame

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By all appearances, Hollywood is a dream factory — a place where charisma, talent, and luck collide to create stars. But behind the camera lights and red carpets lies a conversation few inside the industry speak openly about: the spiritual and moral price of ambition.

For actor Omar Gooding, the idea of “selling your soul” in Hollywood isn’t a metaphor — it’s a moral process that begins with tiny compromises. In an October 2025 interview, Gooding explained that no one in Hollywood makes a literal deal with the devil. Instead, it’s the quiet yeses, the moments when comfort overrides conviction, that mark the beginning of the trade. “They don’t say, ‘Take this or you’ll never make it,’” he said. “They just put it in front of you. You choose.”

Those choices, he argues, create a pattern. Once you show that you’ll accept something you once resisted, the industry notices. “Hollywood knows who it can get away with what,” Gooding said. “One thing always leads to another.” The phrase “selling your soul,” in this context, means losing your say — doing what you’re told rather than what you believe in.

That moral tension has long shadowed the arts. Comedians like Dave Chappelle, who famously walked away from millions to preserve his creative integrity, often serve as examples of where conviction and career collide. In resurfaced interviews, Chappelle hinted that he felt manipulated and silenced by powerful figures who sought control of his narrative, warning that “they’re trying to convince me I’m insane.”

This isn’t just about conspiracy — it’s about agency. Hollywood runs on perception. Performers are rewarded for being agreeable, moldable, entertaining. Those who question the machine or refuse the script risk exile, while those who conform are elevated — sometimes beyond what they can handle.

We see the ‘collections’ all the time,” Gooding explained. “When the bill comes due, you can tell. They made that deal long ago.”

But the story doesn’t end in darkness. Gooding also emphasizes that in today’s entertainment landscape, artists have more control than ever. With streaming, social media, and creator‑driven platforms, performers don’t have to “play the game” to be seen. Independent creators can build their own stages, speak their own truths, and reach millions without trading authenticity for access.

Still, the temptation remains — recognition, validation, quick success. And every generation of artists must answer the same question: What are you willing to do for fame?

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As Gooding put it, “You just make the best choices you can. Because once it’s gone — your name, your peace, your soul — there’s no buying it back.”

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