Lacey Chabert, best known for her role as Gretchen Wieners in the iconic Mean Girls movie, recently shared an amusing anecdote about her daughter’s confusion over the term “fetch.” Despite Gretchen’s persistent efforts in the film to make the slang word popular, it seems that even Chabert’s own daughter doesn’t quite understand its significance.
In the movie Mean Girls, Gretchen famously tries to introduce the term “fetch” as a new slang word to describe something cool or trendy. However, the character Regina George dismisses her attempts with the iconic line, “Stop trying to make ‘fetch’ happen. It’s not going to happen.” This scene has since become a classic moment in the film that is often referenced and quoted by fans.
Chabert revealed that her daughter, Julia, once asked her about the term “fetch” and why people kept saying it to her. This innocent inquiry from her daughter highlighted the generational gap in understanding slang terms and cultural references. Julia also questioned whether other people watched the movies that her mom starred in, showing a child’s perspective on her mother’s acting career.
Mean Girls, written by Tina Fey and directed by Mark Waters, has become a cult classic since its release in 2004. The satirical comedy explores the complexities of high school social dynamics, friendship, and female empowerment in a humorous yet insightful manner. The film’s memorable quotes, memorable characters, and sharp wit have cemented its status as a beloved teen movie.
Due to its enduring popularity, Mean Girls was adapted into a Broadway musical in 2018, which was later turned into a film. The musical version featured a new cast of talented actors, including Angourie Rice as Cady, Renée Rapp as Regina, and Auli’i Cravalho as Janis. Despite the passage of time, the story’s themes of teenage life, self-discovery, and friendship remain relevant to audiences of all ages.
Lacey Chabert’s daughter’s innocent question about the term “fetch” serves as a reminder of the lasting impact of Mean Girls and its cultural significance. While Gretchen Wieners may never succeed in making “fetch” happen, the movie itself continues to resonate with fans around the world.