
Stereotypes might have some hold in reality, but they never represent the whole story. Plenty of TV shows and movies have leaned too heavily on tired clichés that never really reflect real life. It’s time for Hollywood to move on and for us to take a closer look at some of these misrepresentations. Here are some of the most worn-out tropes that missed the mark, and audiences are not buying anymore.
#1: All Blondes Are Dumb
Thanks to portrayals from Marilyn Monroe and others over the years, mainstream media pushed the idea that blondes are always… not the smartest in the crowd. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Being blonde, wearing pink, or embracing femininity has nothing to do with intelligence. Just ask Elle Woods from Legally Blonde.

