Because you like Donkey in Shrek

Elena Gilbert is the quintessential girl-next-door who gets involved with the new "boy" at school. See them in The Vampire Diaries.

Wanting more out of life, Pam Beesly has a job she isn't crazy about and is engaged to a guy she's not sure is "The One." See them in The Office.

Sometimes being a supportive girlfriend like Ophelia doesn't work out too well. See them in Hamlet.

Rory Williams is a caring companion whose specialty is looking after others. See them in Doctor Who.

In the simplest terms, in the most convenient definitions, people consider Brian a nerd. But he's more than that. See them in The Breakfast Club.

A compassionate medical student, Martha Jones has found a Doctor she can really look up to. See them in Doctor Who.

Rick Sanchez is a gruff, alcoholic mad scientist, with the emphasis on "mad." See them in Rick and Morty.

Benoit Blanc is Sherlock with Southern charm, and a mysterious benefactor. See them in Knives Out.

Carol Peletier's credo: your strength comes from who you are, not who you used to be. See them in The Walking Dead.

Shawn Hunter may be a bit of a rebellious bad boy, but he has a heart that's pure gold. See them in Boy Meets World.

Don't tell anyone Kate Austen was under arrest when the plane crashed. See them in Lost.