Top 10 Most Realistic Glee Characters
Glee was a heightened world of show tunes, over-the-top melodrama, and outfits that defied any real-world school dress code. But even within that whirlwind, some characters still had their relatable moments. They may have burst into song a lot, but sometimes they struggled with things you might, too. Things like figuring out your future, difficult family situations, or learning to embrace who you are.
Think back on the students of New Directions. Which ones felt the most true-to-life? Whose hopes, dreams, and heartbreaks reminded you of your own? Was there a character whose journey inspired you?
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Kurt Hummel
His struggle with bullying, and the fact that things aren't just handed to him on a silver platter (Rachel, Blaine) make him realistic and a good person to look to for realism in the show. His uncertainty about taking Blaine back after he cheated on him, his issues with seeing all of his friends succeed while he sits on the sidelines, his reaction to his father's heart attack, his issues with religion and faith not being as interchangeable as people believe - all these things make Kurt a realistic character that fans can look to in order to see themselves.
Kurt is one of my favorites! Chris Colfer makes Kurt's character so much more realistic with his great acting. Kurt goes through things that people in real life go through.
Kurt is amazing!
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Quinn Fabray
Quinn Fabray is a fictional character from the Fox musical comedy-drama series Glee. The character is portrayed by actress Dianna Agron and has appeared on the show since its pilot episode, first broadcast on May 19, 2009. She is the cheerleading captain at the fictional William McKinley High School... read more
For me, she is the most relatable and realistic character in Glee. Quinn's character has depth that just grows deeper every season, just like every other human experience. And just like the other Glee characters, Quinn's stories and experiences have made more of an impact on me. Thus, Quinn's development is my favorite one.
Let's face it. EVERYONE wants to be popular. And her? After how much she was bullied at her old school and what she used to look like? I understand. She has a good side and can be really sweet. She's like a lot of teenage girls but is still one of a kind.
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Santana Lopez
Santana Lopez is a fictional character from the Fox musical comedy-drama series Glee. The character is portrayed by actress Naya Rivera and appeared throughout the series, starting from its pilot episode, which first aired on May 19, 2009. Santana became a fan favorite for her sharp wit and powerful... read more
Santana is the most realistic character on Glee because there is more to her than meets the eye, and she is three-dimensional, just like people in the real world. She has this cold-hearted facade, but deep down, she's caring and empathetic. The reason she is so snarky and cruel at times is because of her insecurities and inner conflicts with accepting her sexuality and her feelings for Brittany.
Santana is realistic because her struggle is one that many can identify with, and not everyone is strong or proud enough to allow their reputation and social status to be threatened by embracing their true selves. The reality is, coming out can be complicated, especially for a high school teenager, and sometimes self-acceptance is a process. I love and have huge respect for Santana Lopez.
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Rachel Berry
Rachel Barbra Berry is a fictional character and the central female protagonist of the Fox musical comedy-drama series Glee. She is portrayed by actress Lea Michele. Rachel is known for her ambition, strong vocals, and determination to become a Broadway star.
She is the most realistic and inspirational character for me. She has big dreams, dreams of being someone big, chasing what she loves to do, and not caring about what others think. I totally understand how badly she wants to leave her hometown and achieve something big because that's what all the small-town girls (including myself) dream of.
I love how Rachel set her goals and reached them. She aimed high for the stars, and she believed so much that she reached them.
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Mercedes Jones
Who isn't in love with tater tots?
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Marley Rose
Her weight issues are something every teenager goes through.
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Blaine Anderson
He doesn't like to talk about his problems and is kind of an outsider in the New Directions. He's also dealt with a lot of problems, even though it doesn't seem like it. I easily relate to all of his main characteristics (besides him being gay), so that's why I believe he's the most realistic.
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Mike Chang
His relationship with his dad was very realistic. Mike was under a LOT of pressure - he was a football star, an A++ student, and was in glee club. But as soon as he got an A-, his dad was unhappy and disappointed. He wanted Mike to quit glee club, something he really loved.
Mike then cracked and followed his heart. Instead of doing what his dad wanted (like always), he auditioned for a role in a musical. He also told his dad that he wanted to be a dancer, not a doctor or a lawyer. After that, his dad didn't even want to talk to him. It wasn't until later in the season that his dad finally understood his decision and decided to support him in his dream.
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Tina Cohen-Chang
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Finn Hudson
Finn Hudson is a fictional character from the Fox musical comedy-drama series Glee. Portrayed by Cory Monteith, he first appeared on television when Glee premiered with its pilot episode on May 19, 2009. Finn was developed by Glee creators Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Ian Brennan.
He was everyone's leader - kind-hearted and trying to find where he fit into life. Just an all-around good guy, struggling with what every person at that age struggles with.
Awkward, funny, makes mistakes, accidentally says something to screw himself up, hurt by cheaters, loves his girlfriends - we've all been there. He's just a great guy in general, and it's so sad he died so young.
I think that most teenage boys can relate to Finn, and most teenage girls can relate to Rachel. That's why they are/were the lead characters.
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Lord Tubbington
Where to start... Lord Tubbington is such a cute and hilarious character.
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Becky Jackson
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Lauren Zizes
A badass who doesn't care what people think about her. You go, girl!
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Artie Abrams
Artie is so sweet. He has to live as a kid in a wheelchair, and he doesn't complain. He is an amazing and kind-hearted boy.
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Dave Karofsky
He was a victim of bullying by Finn Hudson in fifth grade. In high school, he became a bully and bullied every glee club member, later focusing on Kurt for several months. He then got a great redemption arc and ended up facing an unprecedented level of bullying when his football teammates discovered he was gay.
He became a totally new person during his redemption arc. He was able to be himself, even though Glee used him like a toy to bring back Klaine, and that was awful.
He deals with his sexuality, and that's something very common and well-portrayed in the show.
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Ryder Lynn
He struggles with his spelling and reading, feeling stupid. He got hurt when his "girlfriend" turned out to be fake.
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Noah Puckerman
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Unique Adams
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Brittany S. Pierce
