Amanda Seyfried Alleges Paramount Owes Royalties for Mean Girls Merchandise

Amanda Seyfried has publicly criticized Paramount Pictures for not compensating her for the use of her likeness on merchandise related to the 2004 hit film Mean Girls. During a conversation with Adam Brody for Variety's Actors on Actors series, Seyfried expressed resentment that despite the widespread sale of T-shirts featuring her face and those of her co-stars, she has yet to receive royalties. She speculated that her young age of 17 at the time of the film's release may have contributed to the lack of payment. Despite this, Seyfried remains fond of the film and appreciates its cultural impact, recounting stories of fans recognizing her for her role as Karen Smith. Paramount has not responded publicly to these claims. Mean Girls continues to be a commercial and critical success, with a 2024 musical remake and ongoing merchandise sales fueling its enduring popularity.