Jamie Lee Curtis is rumored to be the latest addition to the Mandalorian season 2 cast. The hit Disney+ original is returning with a new batch of episodes this October, hoping to build on the first season's success. There's already a great deal of excitement surrounding season 2 due to the show's various mysteries, including Baby Yoda's backstory and Moff Gideon's possession of the darksaber. However, Lucasfilm is doing their part to generate even more hype by bringing in some fresh faces to the ensemble.
The major casting, of course, is Rosario Dawson reportedly playing live-action Ahsoka Tano in a supporting role, which could tie into some of the series' most intriguing storylines. There are other newcomers as well, including Michael Biehn as a bounty hunter who has history with Din Djarin. Now, it appears another big name could be joining the galaxy far, far away... though things aren't quite so concrete in this instance.
According to Making Star Wars, Jamie Lee Curtis has a role in The Mandalorian season 2. However, it's worth mentioning the outlet classifies this strictly as a rumor, with their main evidence being Curtis was "at the location for the filming of the show" while season 2 was in production. Another possibility given is Curtis is involved with James Cameron's Avatar 2, which was shooting around the same area as The Mandalorian.
The Mandalorian has made a habit out of keeping secrets from viewers. They shot the entirety of season 1 without anyone leaking Baby Yoda, and the news about Rosario and Biehn broke after season 2 had wrapped production. Keeping in mind that this is a rumor (meaning, one should keep the grains of salt handy), it certainly wouldn't be the biggest shock if Curtis was a late addition to The Mandalorian's cast. Lucasfilm seems to do a good job of keeping things like that under wraps. Conversely, given Curtis' history with Cameron (she starred in his 1994 action classic True Lies), it'd also make sense if she had a role in Avatar 2. After all, Cameron is reuniting with another one of his famous collaborators, Kate Winslet, on the sci-fi sequel.
It'll be interesting to see what becomes of this rumor, as fans likely won't learn Mandalorian season 2 details straight from Disney for a while. The earliest viewers could expect some concrete information would be at July's San Diego Comic-Con or August's Star Wars Celebration, considering neither of those events are cancelled or postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. In the meantime, fans should reserve their excitement about Curtis being in Star Wars until there's something more official - though there's no denying an actress of her talent would be a welcome addition to the franchise.
The second season of Friends certainly has its moments - and in many ways, it was a great season. The gang are all still at the start of figuring things out, the Ross/Rachel dynamic is finally getting going, Ross gets a monkey... it's a big change from the final seasons, where everyone is getting married and having babies, and it is a perfect example of why fans fell in love with the show in the first place.
However, it's far from a perfect season - as these jokes show. Like most of the series, there are some things about Friends' season 2 that just make us cringe today, even though they would have been considered hilarious back when the show first aired.
10 That's How You Measure Pants
In one episode, Joey recommends his tailor to Chandler (which, in and of itself, is something that probably wouldn't work these days... how many twenty-somethings wear a suit every day, let alone have a tailor!?)... and Chandler discovers that the tailor has been fondling his customers for years, when he is touched inappropriately during a fitting. He talks to Ross and Joey, and Joey says that's just how it's done. Ross and Chandler are (thankfully) shocked, but they spend a fair bit of time laughing about the fact that two of the three have been essentially assaulted, one of them for years.
9 The Breast Milk
In season 2, Ben is a baby, and that means that Ross spends an entire episode freaking out about breastfeeding. In fact, most of the male characters have a freakout about something totally normal, which would just bore audiences at this point. From Joey asking bizarre and intrusive questions about Carol feeding Ben, to the guys literally gasping and shouting over someone testing the milk temperature on their arm and then licking it, this whole gag relies on the idea that breastfeeding is shocking. Which, thankfully, it isn't anymore.
8 The Adam's Apple
Friends is definitely known for being packed with transphobic jokes, and one of the early ones comes in this season - when Joey mentions that he dated a woman with an Adam's apple. The guys are talking about dumping women for seemingly petty reasons, when Joey says that he used to date someone who was gorgeous and a great kisser, but her Adam's apple bothered him - evidently, she was trans, and Joey didn't realize. So of course, the guys have to be appalled and crack jokes, rather than just accepting that Joey dated a trans woman that he thought was gorgeous.
7 Chandler, Aka Bob
Part of this joke doesn't really work any more, as it requires an actual answering machine... but that's not really the part that doesn't age well. In one episode, Chandler gets an answering machine message from a woman looking for her ex, Bob.
She sounds attractive (who knows why), and is obviously still really sexually into Bob, so Chandler calls her back and pretends to be him. He even sets up a date, knowing that Bob won't show, so he can then console her about it. It's played for laughs, but he essentially catfishes a woman, and that's just not ok.
6 Ah, High Tech!
This doesn't age badly because it's offensive, but because it just doesn't make sense anymore! Chandler gets a new laptop, and hilariously boasts about how great it is... and it's quite painful. The actual line is "Alright! Check out this bad boy: 12 megabytes of RAM, 500 megabyte hard drive, built-in spreadsheet capabilities and a modem that transmits it over 28,000 bps". A 500MG hard drive! Can you imagine? Of course, the concept still works - someone getting a ridiculously powerful computer and just using it for 'games and stuff', but it's hilarious to look back on this as high-tech now.
5 Fun Bobby
This character is played off as a joke, but really, it's just sad. Fun Bobby is one of Monica's boyfriends - until they discover that he has a drinking problem, and when he gives up, he's Painfully Sad And Boring Bobby instead. Making fun of alcoholism in the first place is just in bad taste, but it also doesn't really play these days - because the gang almost never drinks at all, and when they do realize that Bobby may have had a problem, it's because they went through multiple bottles of wine. The seven of them. On a weekend.
4 Lesbian Wedding Jokes
Carol and Susan get married this season, and it's a lovely ceremony - but of course, Ross and his gang have to fill the lovely celebration with homophobic jokes. While Carol and Susan were actually considered quite progressive at the time, as a lesbian couple (with a child) on a major TV show, these days, fans would just be appalled at the way that the gang treats them. And, of course, at the assumption that every single one of their wedding guests is also a lesbian.
3 Some Girl Ate Monica
This season includes the moment that launches a thousand fat jokes, when Monica watches an old prom video of her and Rachel. It's a sweet moment, of course, as Rachel and Ross have one of their big kisses (and Phoebe brings up lobsters!), but the sheer number of fat-jokes that the gang direct at Monica in this episode is just disgusting.
At one point, Joey gasps 'some girl ate Monica!', and when she replies that the 'camera adds ten pounds', Chandler jumps in with 'how many cameras are on you'? It's just gross - and mean, from people who are supposed to be friends.
2 Monica's Fake Boobs
For the most part, Monica's embarrassing diner job is actually pretty funny - most twenty-somethings end up taking embarrassing or boring jobs to make ends meet, so it's relatable. And for once, the gang making fun of each other makes sense... even today, friends would probably laugh at someone doing an honestly silly job that they hated, if it's all in good fun. However, Joey is obsessed with her big fake costume boobs - which is not just frustrating as part of the running gag that Joey is just a permanent horndog, but even more inappropriate because she is meant to be his friend.
1 Chandler's Online Dating
Like Chandler's computer, his online dating experiences are just plain outdated, and that's why they don't work anymore. In this season, he starts talking to a mystery woman online, and it's only after he meets her that he realizes it's Janice. This is hilariously out of date in several ways; for one thing, his friends are shocked that he might meet someone from the internet, and for another, he doesn't see her photo while they talk! In today's dating-app culture, this would just never happen.
Back in the '90s, every Friends fan enjoyed playing the game of guessing which character from the show they would be. Were you a Type-A neat freak like Monica, or maybe a fashionista like Rachel? A dorky Ross or a comedian like Chandler? Even today, when the show has been off the air for years, fans still love to guess which one of the gang they would be the most like.
One way to do it is just a straight up comparison of personalities, of course, but you could also look at which of the Friends gang is most like your zodiac sign! These aren't necessarily the signs of the characters (where birthdays have been given), but the characters that most embody the big traits of each of the zodiac.
12 Aries - Mike
Mike may not have been a major character until later in the season, but he's a quiet fan-favorite. Phoebe's eventual husband, he was a lawyer who quit to become a musician, and he was as 'wonderfully weird' as Phoebe herself. Any Aries would probably be a Mike in the show - he's driven (he became a lawyer and then a successful pianist), he's not afraid to be different, he will stand up to people (including his parents when they were rude to Phoebe), and he's creative and passionate.
11 Taurus - Gunther
If you are a Taurus, you may well be most like Gunther - and although he's not one of the core group, he's still a major part of the show. Gunther embodies many characteristics of the Taurus - he likes his routine and is happy where he is, and he's overall quite a laid back and placid person. He doesn't even seem that upset at how the gang treats him sometimes! However, he can get a bit jealous... just like a Taurus!
10 Gemini - Chandler Bing
The first of the big six is Chandler Bing - and if you are a Gemini, you probably relate to the group's funnyman. Gemini are known for having an amazing sense of humor and being great storytellers... but they are also a sign that loves love, and just wants approval. Chandler often uses his jokes to cover up his insecurities and try to make people like him, which is definitely a Gemini thing to do.
9 Cancer - Carol
Cancer are the nurturing, motherly sign of the zodiac, and if there's one character on Friends that really embodies that, it's Carol. She's literally a mother, of course, as Ross's ex wife and the mother to Ben.
It's more than that, though. She's kind and loving to Ross and to many of the gang, even though she really doesn't have to be, and she's also smart and gives great advice. Such a Cancer!
8 Leo - Janice
Janice is the kind of character that you will either think is wildly underrated, or incredibly annoying... but either way, if you are a Leo, she's probably got something in common with you! Janice is generous, loving, and faithful - so much so, that she and Chandler are on-again, off-again for basically the entire series. She's always ready to give him a second chance, and that forgiving nature is very Leo - but being a little bit too much for some to handle can be a Leo trait too!
7 Virgo - Monica Geller
This may be the most obvious of the Friends' zodiac associations... if ever there was a typical Virgo, it would have to be Monica Gellar. She's incredibly caring (and always wants to be the hostess), but she's also incredibly Type-A. She loves lists, organization, cleaning, and control... and those are absolutely Virgo traits! Of course, this isn't a bad thing - if you are a Virgo, and feel high maintenance, just remember when Chandler told her that he liked maintaining her. Awwww.
6 Libra - Rachel Green
Rachel would probably be a Libra - the sign of the zodiac that is sociable, flirty, and definitely into appearances. Which isn't a bad thing, of course. Rachel is actually a good example of both sides to a Libra; when she first joined the gang, she was spoiled and superficial (which can be the worst of a Libra sign), but she grew and was able to make a career out of her appreciation of style and beauty (and that creativity and love of beauty is a Libra trait too). She's sociable, fun, and a little butterfly, too.
5 Scorpio - Joey Tribiani
Scorpios are known for their passion - and if there's one thing that Joey was known for above all else, it was his passion for the opposite sex. He's the perfect example of this sign, as someone that loves love, that is driven by their passions over their intellect, and who can have a big personality. However, Joey also has the sweet and fun-loving Scorpio traits, too.
4 Saggitarius - Nora Bing
Nora Bing (Chandler's Mom) might not have had a huge part in the show, but she's such a great example of a Saggitarrius that we had to include her. She an optimist, a positive, fun-loving personality who loves to travel (and is always touring with her books and having a great time)...
But she's also a little insensitive, which can be a Sagittarius' downfall. Who can forget how excited the friends were to see her, because she's always so much fun... and how she insensitively embarrassed Chandler and then kissed Ross.
3 Capricorn - Ross Geller
Speaking of Ross, if you are a Capricorn, you may just be a Ross Gellar. He's definitely one of the most cautious and prudent of the gang, always thinking ahead. He's even more forward-thinking than Monica, because although she loves to organize, she didn't organize her money like he did - he started saving with his first job! However, Ross can also be a little grumpy and dramatic when he doesn't get his way... and that can be a typical Capricorn fault.
2 Aquarius - Phoebe Buffay
The last member of the core gang, and what other sign could Phoebe be but an Aquarius? She's the ultimate hippy chick of the gang, a dreamy, watery, emotional human who is positive, sensitive, and extremely emotionally driven. In fact, Phoebe doesn't just fit the sign of Aquarius, she actually serves as a perfect example of this water type.
1 Pisces - Erica
Finally, we come to Pisces, and to Erica - the biological mother of Chandler and Monica's kids. She may be a minor character, but she's Pisces to the core. She's an optimist and an idealist, but naive and can be easily led (as we see from her pregnancy and conception confusion, and how easily Monica and Chandler fool her at first when they are trying to pose as the donors she chose). Erica loves to see the best in people - just like a Pisces.
Millions of people have a soft spot in their hearts for Cartoon Network's Toonami line of programming. From 1999 all the way until 2008, this television block introduced audiences to classic works of animation, including many of the anime that would go on to define a generation. All of this was brought to audiences by their host, T.O.M., an interstellar robot who genuinely seemed to care about the shows as much as the audiences did.
In 2013, Toonami finally returned due to popular demand. Of course, by then many of the fans had aged and some of the programming changed. But for those who miss the original Toonami, here are ten classic Toonami anime on Hulu right now:
10 Yu Yu Hakusho
Yu Yu Hakusho is an anime that follows schoolboy delinquent Yusuke Urameshi who becomes an underworld detective. He can manipulate spirit energy to perform various energy attacks, using finger guns as part of his signature move.
The series has a focus on interpersonal relationships. It showcases the grim depressing realities of life while still emphasizing the love and goodness that can exist in bad environments. The action is incredible, but it is the character dynamics that make this such a masterpiece.
9 Sailor Moon
Sailor Moon is beloved by fans the world over as arguably the greatest magical girl anime of all time. This story follows a team of girls known as the Sailor Scouts empowered with magical abilities who use their talents to protect the world from otherworldly villains.
The protagonist, Usagi (known in the English dub as Serena) is a ditzy schoolgirl who is chronically late, notoriously bad at her studies, and mildly infatuated with toast, but with the help of her magical abilities and her cat Luna, she fights evil by moonlight and starts a romance with the mysterious individual known as Tuxedo Mask.
8 Samurai Champloo
This action-packed samurai anime is a masterpiece of the chanbara genre of historical epics. While it plays fast and loose with history, the series has a stylized aesthetic inspired by hiphop, its music and plot lines seeming like something out of the late 1980s rather than Edo Era Japan.
However, Samurai Champloo is best known for its inventive fight scenes, which are dynamic and beautifully choreographed. The post-modern pastiche of styles ensures this never gets old, modernizing the historical past while bringing new life to the authentic parts it preserves.
7 Dragon Ball
The first ever anime series in the long ongoing Dragon Ball franchise, this anime follows Goku as a young wild child. While many American audiences were first exposed to the later Dragon Ball Z series in which Goku was an adult, it was the original Dragon Ball where it all began.
This series follows Goku as he evolves from a wild boy living alone into the compassionate caring hero with a network of allies who fans love. It also introduces classic characters like Tien, Krillin, and Master Roshi, while Bulma is arguably as important as Goku for much of the show.
6 Dragon Ball GT
While most audiences outside Japan were introduced to Dragon Ball Z as the first anime in the franchise, it was Dragon Ball GT that showed just how insanely powerful the characters could get.
This is admittedly a controversial anime that divides the fandom. Many fans consider this series an abomination in the established Dragon Ball mythology. Set a decade after the climactic end of Dragon Ball Z, the GT series de-aged protagonist Goku back to a child at the beginning of the series, making it feel more like the original series. Then, the show took a sharp turn and got very dark very fast.
5 Outlaw Star
One of the most original mech anime around, Outlaw Star is a science fantasy series that combines comedy, incredible action, and phenomenally fun worldbuilding. The main character, Gene Starwind, is an outlaw living every day thanks to his skill with a ship and a gun.
This series is pure fun with great villains and a unique ship design that makes for visually stunning space battles. The story follows a ragtag band of characters who set out on a quest to find the Galactic Leyline, a nexus of immense power in the cosmos. Also, among the alien species in the series is a race of catgirls!
4 .hack//SIGN
.hack//SIGN is an anime about characters trapped in a virtual reality video game. The premise is not new nowadays, but it was rarely seen at the time of its release.
While many fans have compared this series to the more recent anime Sword Art Online, .hack//SIGN is tonally different in every way, having a character-driven philosophical narrative and an introverted awkward protagonist. The anime captures the anxieties people had as the digital world encroached onto analog lives in the early '00s, showing the real emotional stakes of virtual experiences.
3 Naruto
The Dragon Ball franchise redefined shonen anime, forcing the medium to reinvent itself. Few shonen anime have had more of an impact in the post-DBZ landscape than Naruto. While the show began as a comedy whose misfit titular protagonist was the reject of his ninja village, it quickly built itself up as one of the most dramatic and influential anime around.
The art is simple but the characters are complexly layered, even as the action scenes are choreographed with a unique style that makes them stand out. It has sad intimate moments, sidesplitting humor, and was at its core told a powerful tale of overcoming adversity.
2 Inuyasha
This is an anime that follows modern-day Japanese schoolgirl Kagome who travels back in time to the Sengoku Era where she meets a half-demon by the name of Inuyasha. The two eventually set off together, wandering through feudal Japan, where thy battle demons and gradually develop a romance.
Adding to the dynamic is the group they travel with, among whom is a woman named Kikyo, who Inuyasha shares a tumultuous past with and who looks almost identical to Kagome. This series balances a dark tone with some pretty solid humor, making it beloved by fans.
1 Mobile Suit Gundam Wing
Mobile Suit Gundam Wing is a unique anime in the world of Gundam, in that it was not very popular in Japan but was such a hit among international audiences that the series is responsible for the love of Gundam anime by the North American fandom.
The show follows five teenage boys who each pilot a different Gundam mech, having been sent to earth from the space colonies on a mission to bring an end to a growing war. As the series progresses, human-piloted mechs become phased out as war itself is automated, raising questions about the nature of both warfare and humanity.
The Twilight Saga created some incredible stories and characters, which fans grew to love and admire in many ways. Devoted fans know how important each character in the series was to the storyline, and many fans have chosen a favorite.
While some fans love the idea of Bella Swan and Jacob Black as a couple, many fans don't. The biggest debate amongst fans of the series is whether Bella should have ended up with Edward or not. However, "Team Edward" fans are confident that Bella chose right. Keep reading to see 10 memes that "Team Edward" fans will absolutely love.
10 Always Taking The Blame
One thing that made fans love Edward Cullen so much, was his selflessness. Edward was always thinking about others, whether it was Bella Swan or his family, it was always important to him that everyone in his life stay safe. Whenever something was to go wrong or something negative were to happen, Edward was always first to take the blame.
Although it was usually Edward simply being too hard on himself, fans definitely admired his quality to take responsibility for things instead of blaming others. This meme sums up his tendencies to take the blame perfectly.
9 Subtle Sass
Although fans of Edward Cullen know that he often took the high road, there was one instance in the series that he definitely didn't. During all the Jacob Black drama, Edward was almost always mature about the situation and never seemed to let himself lose control or do anything spiteful. Edward Jacob.
However, in Twilight: Eclipse, Edward made sure to talk about Bella accepting his marriage proposal, knowing the Jacob could hear him. This upset Bella and backfired quickly, as she ended up kissing Jacob shortly after. This meme explains that scene hilariously and all fans will definitely appreciate it.
8 Breaking The Law
This funny tweet shows a hilarious version of Edward's outlook on being in a relationship with a human. Edward, who under the rule of the Volturi, knew that it was against the rules to mingle with a human, or share the secrets of his family's immortality with another human, however, he did so regardless of any rule.
His dedication to being with Bella was undeniable, and the lengths he was willing to go in order to be with her made it clear to fans that he was definitely the right choice for Bella.
7 His Desire For Bella
The first movie in the Twilight Saga, Twilight, shows viewers exactly how hard it is for Edward Cullen to control himself around Bella Swan. Fans were able to see the first day he met Bella in science class and had to control himself immensely.
The entire beginning of the film surrounds that issue, and how hard it was for Edward to deal with his desire for her blood. This funny meme plays on that first film in the series, and all fans of Edward's will find this amusing, considering he eventually got his thirst under control!
6 His Skin
Every fan knows that one of the most amusing parts of the entire Twilight Saga, was when Edward decided that he needed to show Bella Swan what he really looked like. As devoted fans remember, he showed Bella his skin in the sunlight, which sparkled like diamonds and was actually quite beautiful, according to Bella.
The funny part of this scene in the film is that Edward talks about his sparkling skin as if it's the most dangerous, horribly ugly thing. This hilarious meme explains how all fans saw Edward and his dramatic rant about his sparkling skin.
5 This Iconic Moment
One of the most iconic moments in the first movie of the series, Twilight, was when Edward first saw, or smelled rather, Bella Swan. This moment, all fans know, went down in history as the famous moment that Edward Cullen looked completely repulsed by Bella.
Although viewers later found out this reaction was only because of his desire to taste Bella's blood, this moment was truly intense, and this meme plays on this moment in a way that will make any fan of the series laugh. All fans of Edward know how much this scene impacted the rest of the films!
4 His Eavesdropping
Every Twilight fan knows that vampires have incredibly good hearing, and Edward Cullen especially, could hear people's thoughts. This meme, which touches on a moment in the first movie, Twilight, is seriously hilarious. The scene, which shows Mike asking Bella to the dance, which she quickly rejects his offer, simply because she's distracted by Edward.
Edward obviously heard the entire conversation, and this meme shows a funny reenactment as his reaction to Bella rejecting Mike's invitation. This scene was one of the beginning scenes in the first movie, where both Bella and Edward had feelings for each other but hadn't quite worked them out yet. Too funny!
3 Awkward Jealousy
One trait that fans admired about Edward Cullen, was his ability to stay calm, unlike Jacob Black who seemed to have a hard time controlling his temper, especially when it came to jealousy. Edward was especially good at handling feelings of jealousy and was quite good at staying composed since he definitely had to deal with multiple different people interested in Bella.
Mike and Jake were not shy about their feelings for Bella, and Edward simply dealt with it, which is shown in this hilarious meme that all "Team Edward" fans will get a laugh out of!
2 His Music Taste
This funny meme points out Edward Cullen's taste for classical music. One of the most loved scenes in the Twilight Saga is from the first movie, Twilight. In this movie, the first time Bella Swan visits the Cullen's house is definitely memorable for all fans.
Edward takes Bella to his room, where to shows her around, and she notices his interest in classical music, specifically Clair de Lune by Debussy, which became a track often played in the films. All "Team Edward" fans know that they love this song because Edward does, and his great taste is definitely part of the reason Bella loves him so much.
1 His Nighttime Visits
Part of Edward Cullen's charm was definitely his devotion. "Team Edward" fans know that one of his displays of this devotion was watching Bella sleep and protecting her while she did. Vampires, which fans quickly learned don't sleep, was the perfect excuse for Edward to begin sneaking into Bella's room to watch her sleep.
This ritual became one that Edward and Bella loved, and fans definitely appreciated the sweet gestures from Edward as he always climbed up Bella's window to spend the night with her. These adorable moments made "Team Edward" fans swoon, and this funny meme proves that.
Until Howard Wolowitz met Bernadette Rostenkowski, lady luck never really smiled upon him. He kept trying to pursue women, cashing his bar mitzvah bonds in the process. He once dressed up for a goth night club to pick up women, brought escorts to formal parties and he crashed his Mars Rover. Howard has done some of the most bizarre things to get a girl. Not to mention the one-liners he used on Penny. Cheesecake scented goddess, hello?
It's only fair to acknowledge Howard and Bernadette are soul mates. But just for fun, there are other women in The Big Bang Theory he could have been with. Those relationships, however, would have turned out to be vastly different, than what he had with Bernadette.
10 Christy Vanderbel
As soon as Penny announced she was having a girl over from Nebraska, Howard rushed into her apartment. Christy and Howard were all over Penny's apartment. Howard used her loofah to exfoliate Christy's brains right out!
Christy was using Howard for money. But the boy didn't mind it. I mean, she'd taken off her blouse and he'd wept. Match made in heaven! Howard was happy with her, guess that's all that mattered, back then. She was the exact kind of girlfriend that Howard needed. No wonder, he took her shopping in Beverly Hills by cashing his bar mitzvah bonds.
9 Katee Sackhoff
Katee Sackhoff is a manifestation of Howard's fantasies. She plays Captain Kara Thrace on Battlestar Galatica. She appeared in Howard's dreams as a part of his fantasies.
Granted, this wasn't an actual relationship. But hey, whatever floats Howard's boat! We are talking of many moons ago, before Howard was happily married to the love of his life. Howard said he found Bernadette nice and everything, but he thought he'd always settle down with Meghan Fox from Transformers or Katee Sackhoff. If he hadn't met Bernadette, he'd keep meeting with Katee every night.
8 Leslie Winkle
Leslie Winkle seemed unimpressed by almost everyone. But she found Howard's jokes funny. She did give him an LOL once. Leslie and Howard were on friendly terms with each other. More like you scratch my back, I scratch yours. In "The Cushion Saturation," Leslie and Howard were left alone in a shed. Leslie suggested they make every moment count by proceeding to kiss Howard. Why on Earth would Sir Howard of Wolowitz reject her advances? Howard forgot to cover his friends and continued with the kiss, saying "War is hell."
Leslie got Howard the approval for the rapid prototyper. They just fit in together, they worked at the same place. Not to imagine what Leslie's inclusion would have done to the gangs' paradigm. She had a history with Leonard, and Sheldon hated her.
7 Ramona Nowitzki
"That's right honey have another Calzone, daddy can wait," said Howard to one from the new crop of female grad students. One of these, Ramona came up to their table to talk to Sheldon.
Howard got up the table, introduced himself as the co-designer of the International Space Station’s Liquid Waste Disposal System. He went on and on about how the Pishkin-Wolowitz Liquid Waste Disposal System was turning a few heads. Ramona didn't want Sheldon's company, she just wanted to share credit with him for the Cooper Theorem. Howard would have gladly agreed to something like that. Ramona had knocked on the wrong door.
6 Stephanie Barnett
If Howard can exhibit the ability to pick up women using an eye patch. Know the girl is a keeper. Howard picked by Stephanie Barnett at a club, by offering to take her to visit a secret government facility. He made her an offer she wouldn't reject. Unfortunately, Howard got the Rover stuck in a ditch, so the whole thing had to be called off. Stephanie left with Leonard.
Howard let a strange woman from honky-tonks come in and play with $200million government projects on distant planets! He wanted to introduce her to his mother. His cousins from Fort Lauderdale were coming too. A doctor and an aerospace engineer- match made in heaven!
5 Missy
Howard was obsessed with Missy the moment he laid eyes on her. He'd followed her from the parking lot to Sheldon's office. Missy Cooper came to visit Sheldon in "The Porkchop Indeterminacy." She was there to drop off some papers for Shelly to sign for their dad’s estate. Howard couldn't stop himself from hitting on her. He called her words such as delightfully droll, and Tres Drole. Howard would have done anything in his capacity to win over Missy.
Howard: "Is it ‘cause I’m Jewish, ‘cause I’d kill my Rabbi with a pork chop to be with your sister."
Howard fought his best friends over Missy. What if Missy had reciprocated? What if she'd been unconcerned with the fact Howard was a tiny, tiny man who still lived with his mother. Put in Mrs. Wolowitz and Mary Cooper in the equation, it would have made for fantastic episodes.
4 Little Lalita Gupta
We all saw how smooth Howard was when he spoke to Lalita Gupta. Lalita grew in the same neighborhood as Raj. The Koothrappali's wanted Raj to marry her. Neither Raj nor she was ready to make any such commitment. So when Raj couldn't call her due to his pathological shyness, Howard placed the call as Raj.
Howard: "Hello Lalita, Raj Koothrappali. Yes, it is good to talk to you too. So, what are you wearing? Oh, not important, so, anyhow, when would you like to meet. Friday works for me. And I call you with the time and place, but in the meantime, keep it real babe."
Howard learned how to pick up Indian chicks, thanks to Sheldon's tête-à -tête with Lalita. Imagine if Lalita would have left with Howard instead of Sheldon. The girl from New Delhi and the Jewish man from California. That equation would have rocked.
3 Emily Sweeney
Howard met Emily for the first time in "The Relationship Diremption." Emily came as Raj's date. Howard seemed familiar to Emily. Turns out, she indeed did. They were set up on a blind date, four years ago. He'd spent twenty minutes in her bathroom, finished a roll of toilet paper. He'd snuck out of the bathroom without an explanation and never seen her again. Howard earned himself the nickname, Clogzilla.
But what if Howard hadn't messed up his first date? There's a chance he could have been with Emily. Imagine what Emily's love for gore would have done to Howard.
2 Summer Glau
On Sheldon's insistence, the gang takes a train to San Francisco in "The Terminator Decoupling." Summer Glau is onboard the same train. She's the actual actress from Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles. The gang is amused to find her riding the train. Howard thinks taking the train was a stroke of brilliance. He's actually got a shot with Summer.
Howard introduced himself as the small package good things come in. After he creeped her out, he goes for broke and asks her out. If it wasn't for Howard's creepy advances, he could have gotten himself a date with Summer Glau. An astronaut and an actress would have made a power couple.
1 Jeanie
Cousin Jeanie was mentioned by Howard by a couple of times in the past. We finally got to see her in "The Prom Equivalency." She was Stuart's date to the prom party on the roof. As Jeanie sat with everyone else in the Limo, she dragged Howard's past in front of everyone. A long time ago, Jeanie and Stuart slept with each other. Stuart comforted Howard by saying they were only second cousins and it was okay what had happened. Howard almost killed Stuart for humping way up to his family tree. If Howard was cool with his and Jeanie's Corolla business, who are we to judge? Howard dating his second cousin was all that we needed to spice things up in The Big Bang Theory.
