Love 'em or hate 'em? Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most beloved and despised characters we’ve ever seen on television. Spoilers ahead!
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00:00Boy means nothing to me. I can't stand the wailing of women.
00:06Welcome to Ms. Mojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the most beloved and despised
00:11characters we've ever seen on television. Spoilers ahead.
00:15Sorry, I'll just give you one more chance.
00:16Okay.
00:17Okay.
00:20No!
00:23Number five. Most lovable, Eric Effiong. Sex education.
00:28About 50 minutes to take a left at the primary school.
00:31Okay. Thanks, man.
00:34Your nails are fierce.
00:36Thanks, kid.
00:38While Otis' storyline's romantic entanglements and family dynamics take them to stage in this show,
00:44it would be nothing without his best friend, Eric. He's a deep, complex character who both
00:49fully embraces who he is despite having to deal with things like mistreatment and homophobia.
00:54I'm in a position where I have to either choose to hide my truth and live in pain,
01:02or be honest and lose my community.
01:04Even amidst his difficulties, his warm and uplifting personality shines through,
01:09as does his unforgettable wardrobe, loyalty to his friends, and perseverance.
01:13He's the best friend we all would love to have,
01:16and embodies both strength and fun for this generation of TV viewers.
01:20Pasta, Effiong.
01:22You got a little ring to it, eh?
01:23Yeah.
01:26You wanna see a man who plays Smash Bros?
01:27Yes!
01:28Yes!
01:28I thought you'd never ask.
01:30Number five. Most hateable, Nate Jacobs. Euphoria.
01:34In a show full of complicated and flawed characters,
01:37one that stands out for all of the wrong reasons is Nate Jacobs.
01:42You know I'd do it for all!
01:44He's misogynistic and abusive, and he feels entitled to get away with
01:48anything due to his popularity and familial wealth.
01:51Like every villain, he's got his own demons and mental battles that lend to his troubling ways,
01:57but they hardly forgive his actions.
01:59So keep your head down. Keep your mouth shut.
02:05Don't try to ruin my life. And I won't have to ruin yours.
02:09It's hard to find redeeming qualities in Nate,
02:11especially considering how horribly he treats Maddie and Cassie.
02:15His blackmailing of Jules and his overall anger and disdain towards those around him.
02:20I'm so sorry. I annoyed you.
02:22He's a perfect example of a walking red flag.
02:25Number four. Most lovable, Moira Rose.
02:28Schitt's Creek.
02:29It makes sense that one of the most beloved,
02:31heartwarming sitcoms plays host to one of our favorite TV characters.
02:35The matriarch of the Rose family is as hilarious as she is passionate.
02:40And now I know how it feels to be utterly helpless, like you and your sister.
02:46I don't know if I'd call this helpless.
02:48No need to make me feel better.
02:50Whenever Moira appears on our screens, we know we're about to see something great.
02:54Whether it be her sporting a new wig, uttering some hilariously pronounced lines,
02:59or showing off her singing skills.
03:01Now, why don't we take our Sally by the hand,
03:04and we go out there and show those people everything she can be.
03:08If she were only more like you.
03:10But the best Moira moments are the heartfelt ones.
03:13Like when she casts Stevie in Cabaret, or performs at Alexis' graduation.
03:18She grows from a stuck-up actress to a woman who cares about others,
03:22sticks to her values, and never apologizes for being herself.
03:25We love that journey for her.
03:27Baby, I'm yours.
03:29Baby, I'm yours.
03:32And I'll be yours until the stars fall from the sky.
03:40Number four, most hateable.
03:42Piper Chapman.
03:43Orange is the new black.
03:44Piper Chapman is a seemingly normal woman who goes to prison
03:48after transporting drug money for a then-girlfriend years prior.
03:52That's what they charged me with.
03:54I carried a suitcase of money.
03:57Drug money.
03:59Once.
04:00Ten years ago.
04:02Sounds like a good premise, right?
04:04The events that ensue make for a terrific series, but not because of her.
04:08Not only are the other inmates more interesting, appealing, and engaging than Piper is,
04:12but she becomes increasingly unpleasant as the story progresses.
04:16In virtue, one gains knowledge.
04:18That's the Smith motto.
04:20I think that's maybe why I feel like I don't know anything,
04:22because I haven't been very virtuous.
04:24Let's not forget she starts up a prison panty business,
04:26and partakes in destructive romantic relationships, especially with Alex.
04:31Overall, Piper's treatment of others doesn't leave a lot of room for viewers to connect with her,
04:35and frankly, there just isn't much to like about her.
04:38I am heartbroken.
04:42And I do not know what to do.
04:44Number three, most lovable.
04:46Leslie Knope.
04:47Parks and Recreation.
04:49Usually when we think of people who work in local government,
04:52we don't exactly paint the liveliest picture.
04:54That's why Leslie Knope is so refreshing and endearing.
04:57I would not be where I am if it wasn't for you.
05:00You hired me.
05:01You've always supported me.
05:02How can I ever repay you?
05:05Get me a refill.
05:08She takes on many roles throughout her journey,
05:10never losing her passion for making her town, state, and eventually country a better place.
05:16Her cheery, optimistic nature is contagious, while her friendship with Ann and relationship with Ben
05:21prove that surrounding yourself with good people is as important as being good.
05:26So I trust you and make it work.
05:27No time to do the Tim Gunn voice.
05:29Wait, what am I talking about?
05:30There's always time.
05:30Designers, make it work.
05:32And you have less than an hour.
05:33She's an inspiration to viewers,
05:35showing us how to overcome obstacles and reach goals through kindness and hard work,
05:40all while keeping us laughing.
05:42Above and beyond what any person deserves.
05:46You're all I need.
05:48I love you and I like you.
05:50Number three.
05:50Most hateable.
05:52Skylar White, Breaking Bad.
05:54No, there's nothing to talk about.
05:56I am not coming in there until you get out.
06:02Well, suit yourself.
06:05Walter White is one of the best anti-heroes to grace our screens,
06:08and we see him interact with dozens of questionable and terrifying people on Breaking Bad.
06:13Sticking out as the least likable in a sea of problematic characters is Skylar.
06:18She's basically against everything Walt does,
06:20and since we can't help but root for him, that's a problem.
06:24My soon-to-be ex-husband broke into my house, and I need an officer to come and remove him.
06:33She eventually gets into some shady stuff herself, but she's not very good at it,
06:37so the audience can't give her much sympathy or support.
06:41We'd also be remiss not to mention her affair with her boss.
06:44No matter what she does, we usually find ourselves wishing she would just back off.
06:49All the sacrifices that I have made for this family, all of it,
06:56will be for nothing if you don't accept what I've earned.
07:00Number two.
07:01Most lovable.
07:02Chandler Bing, Friends.
07:04Everyone has a favorite friend, but it's nearly impossible to dislike
07:08Miss Chanandler Bong.
07:10If you know, you know.
07:11Actually, it's Miss Chanandler Bong.
07:14His characteristics embody everything we love about people in general.
07:17His honesty, his ability to lighten the mood through humor,
07:20and his growth are just some of the things we admire.
07:23We also see Chandler bond with every friend in a special way,
07:27whether it be his adorable bromance with Joey, his romance with Monica,
07:30or his underrated but endearing friendship with Rachel.
07:33Let's not say anything else.
07:36I love you.
07:40Not so tight.
07:41Oh!
07:42Indeed, he's got a lot more depth than it seems,
07:44yet can also provide comic relief when it's needed.
07:47We're so lucky we got 10 seasons of his light.
07:51I haven't cried like that in years.
07:53You cried yesterday at the 6 o'clock news.
07:55That old woman was being scammed by her mechanic.
07:59Number two.
07:59Most hateable.
08:01Rachel Berry, Glee.
08:02It's called Glee, so it's ironic that the protagonist personifies the opposite of that emotion.
08:07Rachel Berry is a self-proclaimed star, and she makes sure others in the Glee Club know it.
08:13Actually, she makes sure everyone knows it,
08:15even after she graduates and goes to New York later on.
08:18To all of the boys and girls out there, I just want to say quickly before I walk off the stage
08:21that dreams really do come true, so thank you.
08:24Her arc is filled with ups and downs, but there's one constant.
08:28She never stops being overly ambitious in a way that's extremely selfish at best,
08:33and manipulatively toxic at worst.
08:35I just don't get it. You're better than this.
08:37No, she's an ambitious little freak who'll do anything to hold on to her power.
08:42I just, I love you guys so much.
08:44She really only cares about advancing her career,
08:47getting solos, and climbing the entertainment ladder.
08:50She forgets her friends, dooms most of her romantic relationships,
08:54loses herself and her values time and again.
08:56Eventually, we just can't root for her anymore.
08:59Rachel, you suck.
09:01Oh my god, you're like a total drag.
09:04Has anyone ever told you that?
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09:21Number one, most lovable, Ted Lasso
09:24This show is an instant mood booster, and that's due in great part to its titular character.
09:29All we need to win are the fellas in this room right now.
09:34And all you fellas need to do is believe it.
09:36Ted Lasso is an American football-turned-European football, aka soccer, coach-manager,
09:42who encourages his team through heartwarming speeches and wisdom that goes beyond the game.
09:47He uplifts the likes of grump Roy Kent and has patience with the initially arrogant Jamie Tartt,
09:53helping support everyone so they can reach their full potential.
09:56We're rich until we die, we're rich until we die!
10:00Importantly, though, he also has problems, coping with things like panic attacks.
10:05Of course, this just makes him all the more relatable,
10:07proving that even the most happy-seeming people have downs.
10:11I promised myself I would never quit anything in my life.
10:15You're not quitting, Ted.
10:18You're just letting me go.
10:20We all wish we were more like him, and thanks to him, we all believe we can be.
10:25Number one, most hateable, Joffrey Baratheon, Game of Thrones
10:29There are a lot of characters that are, well, less than fun to watch on Game of Thrones.
10:34There's also no shortage of brutal acts and abuses of power.
10:38Still, there's arguably no worse offender than King Joffrey.
10:41Fingers or your tongue, if you got to keep one, which would it be?
10:49I could just cut your throat.
10:51Many villains generally have some bright moments or points where we can give them grace.
10:55He's an exception to that regard.
10:57He's somehow both as immature as a kid, and as sadistic as the devil himself.
11:02And as soon as you've had your blood, I'll put a son in you.
11:05Mother says that shouldn't be long.
11:07Indeed, he possesses psychopathic tendencies, harming people for his own amusement,
11:11and overexerting his power, while also throwing tantrums when he doesn't get his way.
11:16You can't insult me!
11:18We've had vicious kings, and we've had idiot kings,
11:21but I don't know if we've ever been cursed with a vicious idiot one.
11:24You can't!
11:24I can, I am!
11:25They attack me!
11:27His death during the Purple Wedding couldn't come soon enough.
11:30Did your favorite or least favorite TV character make the list?
11:34Let us know in the comments.
11:35I'm telling Mother!
11:38Go, tell her.
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