Stereotypical and Non-stereotypical Character Examples

Leonard Hofstadter

A male example of a non-stereotypical masculine character is Leonard Hofstadter (Johnny Galecki) - he plays a geeky character in the comedy drama 'The Big Bang Theory', he one of the four main masculine characters in the comedy; however the character Galecki plays isn't the normal role a main male character would play in a TV program. As shown in the photo; the glasses, clothing and style of the hair shows that he isn't really a fashion conscious character who wants to grab peoples attention for the right reasons. Ironically, it's his total lack of ability with woman and total 'nerdyness' that creates a lovable character and keeps audiences gripped.

Penny

A female example of a stereotypical feminine character is Penny (Kayley Cuoco) a ditzy blonde who dates just about every hot guy she can get her hands on. She is shown as a pretty face who knows nothing and her relationships always ends with the man dumping her. Even though she is the only female lead in the drama, she is still undermined by her lack of brains, good upbringing and ability to hold a steady relationship. The only reason the audience stays gripped by her is because of the vast personality difference between her and Leonard whom she fancies.

Go Hye Mi & Yoon Baek Hee

There are two characters that I believe reflect me, Go Hye Mi (Suzy) & Yoon Baek Hee (Ham Eun Jung) from the Korean TV Drama 'Dream High', Suzy plays the stuck up main character who has a simple image and simple way of doing things, if she doesn't get her own way she gets annoyed and grumpy; her fashion sense is simple and mainstream and she fits in with the crowd. Whereas Jung plays the pushover best friend who follows Go Hye Mi around at her every need but finally steps away and changes her appearance (cutting her hair short) and fashion sense (becoming more unique). I believe these character both represent me because I can be quite arrogant at times but I can also be a huge pushover.