Jonathan Bennett Proposes Mean Girls Sequel Maintaining Aaron Samuels' Original Character

Jonathan Bennett, who played Aaron Samuels in the 2004 cult classic Mean Girls, has expressed interest in returning for a sequel alongside most of the original cast. While Bennett is openly gay, he insists that his character Aaron should remain straight to preserve the original storyline, stating that changing Aaron's sexuality would alter the narrative. Bennett highlighted the coincidence that many of the male actors from the original film, including Daniel Franzese and Rajiv Surendra, have come out as gay since the movie's release. He proposed a sequel concept where the original characters are now parents, with Aaron as a high school teacher, and their children attending the same school, appealing to both original fans and a new generation. Although no official sequel discussions have taken place, Bennett noted the cast's enthusiasm for reuniting and bringing the story to life again, with the decision ultimately resting with Tina Fey. The idea has sparked some debate among fans regarding character consistency versus modern inclusivity.