Because you like John Keating in Dead Poets Society
Jade Jade Harley might not be the best at reading social cues, but her bravery and selflessness means she's a great friend to have. See them in Homestuck.
Celie Johnson says she's poor, black, and may even be ugly. But dear God she's here. See them in The Color Purple.
This android may not have emotions, but Lt. Commander Data's curiosity about humanity is endless. See them in Star Trek: The Next Generation.
The Hastings family is old and powerful, and Spencer will do anything to continue excelling. See them in Pretty Little Liars.
Emily Gilmore is the DAR chair, proud grandmother, and full of opinions. See them in Gilmore Girls.
Intelligent and confident, Maeve Wiley grew up alone and has no problem hitting you in the crotch if you disrespect her. See them in Sex Education.
Philip J. Fry accidentally cryogenically froze himself for a millennium. See them in Futurama.
You'll never get Alaska Young. And that's the whole point. See them in Looking for Alaska.
Extremely violent and loyal, Sandor Clegane is called the Hound for a reason. See them in Game of Thrones.
Maya Lambert is an obsessive intelligence officer with tunnel vision leading toward Osama bin Laden. See them in Zero Dark Thirty.
Rose Tyler may have not done too well in school, but she's certainly holding her own in space. See them in Doctor Who.