Karen (character from "Mean Girls")

Karen Smith is a character from the 2004 film "Mean Girls," known for her bubbly personality and lack of intellectual depth. She is part of the popular girl clique, known as "The Plastics," and often provides comic relief with her naive comments and misunderstandings. Despite her superficiality, Karen's character highlights themes of social hierarchies and the pressures of fitting in during high school. She contrasts with the film's protagonist, Cady Heron, illustrating the complexities of teen relationships and identity formation. Karen's memorable quotes and demeanor have made her an iconic representation of a certain type of high school stereotype.