Greatest TV Sitcom Characters of All Time - Mary Richards (The Mary Tyler Moore Show) or George Costanza (Seinfeld)
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Why This Battle Matters
Can neurotic self-doubt topple unwavering optimism? In the ring today, it's George Costanza, the master of misadventure from 'Seinfeld', versus Mary Richards, the beacon of hope from 'The Mary Tyler Moore Show'. Here we have a face-off that’s less about punches and more about punchlines; a duel between George's everyman vulnerability and Mary's idealistic resilience. The stakes? Not just bragging rights but a shift in the cultural lexicon on what defines greatness in sitcom lore. Which value speaks more to you: perpetual resilience or relatable despair?
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How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer George Costanza (Seinfeld) over Mary Richards (The Mary Tyler Moore Show) when it comes to the greatest TV Sitcom Characters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick George Costanza (Seinfeld) 62.5% of the time over Mary Richards (The Mary Tyler Moore Show).
Across all battles:
George Costanza (Seinfeld) win rate: 43.6%
Mary Richards (The Mary Tyler Moore Show) win rate: 44.8%
Fan FAQs
Why is this matchup between George and Mary such a big deal?
The battle between George Costanza and Mary Richards is more than just a popularity contest; it's a clash of TV's comedic charm versus inspiring leadership. Both characters broke new ground in their own ways, pulling in devoted fans from different aspects of sitcom history.
What's the scoop on why fans adore Mary Richards?
Fans love Mary Richards for her groundbreaking role as a single, independent woman making it on her own in the TV news world. Her optimistic and sincere personality made her a role model for many, especially showing that kindness and professionalism can go hand in hand.
Why is George Costanza leading against Mary Richards in the Greatest TV Sitcom Characters league?
George Costanza's leading probably thanks to his iconic status as a master of disaster on 'Seinfeld'. Fans love his quirky, neurotic antics and how relatable his dilemmas are. Mary Richards is loved too, but George's comedic impact just resonates a bit more with the current voting crowd.