40+ Iconic Enneagram 2 Characters from Movies, Television, and Literature

Enneagram Twos: the people who will bake you cookies, remember your dog’s birthday, and emotionally support you through your worst existential crisis… all while hoping you’ll do the same for them at the right time. They’re the caregivers, the self-sacrificing nurturers, the ones who will throw themselves in front of a metaphorical (or literal) bus for you—sometimes at the cost of their own well-being. The best Enneagram Twos will make you believe in the power of love, selflessness, and true friendship. But don’t be fooled: when unhealthy, Twos can also be manipulative, controlling, and ready to guilt-trip you into oblivion if they feel unappreciated.

Fiction has blessed us with many incredible (and sometimes terrifying) Twos, from the ultimate big sister types to those who wield kindness like a weapon. Let’s take a look.

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40+ Iconic Enneagram 2 Characters from Movies, Television, and Literature

#1 – Mike Wheeler (Stranger Things)

“If we’re both going crazy, then we’ll go crazy together, right?”

Mike Wheeler is that friend who will call you every single day for a year if you disappear, write love letters that are just slightly embarrassing, and stare at you with puppy dog eyes of devotion because he needs you to know how much he cares. This boy feels things. Deeply. There’s nothing he wouldn’t do for his friends or for Eleven.

Like a true Enneagram 2, Mike needs connection. He pours everything into his friendships and relationships, sometimes to the point of neglecting himself. When Eleven disappears, he is not okay. He calls for her every night, clings to her the second she’s back, and, at times, struggles with the idea of letting her have her own space. But at the heart of it all, Mike just wants to love and be loved in return. And, to be fair, when push comes to shove, he will jump off a cliff for his friends. Literally.

#2 – Sugawara Koushi (Haikyuu!!)

“I believe in all of you!”

Sugawara Koushi is the emotional glue holding Karasuno together. He may not be the starting setter anymore, but that doesn’t stop him from being one of the most important people on the team. Unlike some Enneagram 2s (Makima from “Chainsaw Man”, we’re looking at you), Sugawara doesn’t need to be the star—he just wants to lift everyone else up.

He’s the guy hyping you up before a big game, making sure you don’t spiral into self-doubt, and probably slipping you a motivational note with way too many exclamation points. And while he’s mostly calm and nurturing, he’s also that friend who will smack you upside the head when you’re being an idiot—because, hey, tough love is still love.

#3 – Snow White (Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs)

“Remember, you’re the one who can fill the world with sunshine.”

Snow White is basically the prototype for every sweet, self-sacrificing Two in fiction. She meets seven grumpy old men, immediately starts cooking and cleaning for them, and then nearly dies because she just couldn’t say no to a creepy old lady offering her food.

Her kindness is both her greatest strength and biggest weakness. She loves unconditionally, assumes the best in people (even the obviously evil ones), and radiates warmth wherever she goes. But she also has zero self-preservation instincts. Would a less naive person have taken a random apple from a sketchy stranger in the woods? Probably not.

#4 – Baymax (Big Hero 6)

“It’s alright to cry.”

If Twos could be distilled into a single entity, it would be Baymax. He doesn’t eat, sleep, or have personal needs—his entire existence is based on caring for others. Need medical help? Baymax is on it. Emotional support? He’s got you. Need a big, squishy hug? He is ready. I could really use a Baymax in my life, when is AI going to create that?

The beauty of Baymax as a Two is that he shows what healthy, selfless love looks like. He doesn’t guilt-trip, manipulate, or expect anything in return—he just wants to help because helping is the right thing to do.

#5 – James Wilson (House)

“Being miserable doesn’t make you better than anybody else, House. It just makes you miserable.”

James Wilson is that friend who will drop everything to help you, even when helping you is the worst possible thing for both of you. His entire friendship with House is basically an ongoing case study in Twos who care too much and refuse to set boundaries.

Wilson is a textbook example of a Two whose kindness is a double-edged sword. He enables House’s self-destructive behavior because he can’t bear to abandon him. He justifies House’s antics, covers for him, and sticks around even when it actively makes his own life worse. And yet, despite it all, you can’t help but love him—because deep down, all he really wants is to take care of the people he loves, making the world a little less lonely.

#6 – Lily Aldrin (How I Met Your Mother)

“In marriage, being right is less important than being supportive.”

Lily Aldrin is 5’3” of pure, unfiltered Enneagram 2 energy. She’s the friend who knows your deepest secrets before you even tell her, the kind of person who will mother you to the point of suffocation but in a way that somehow still feels comforting. She’s warm, affectionate, and fiercely loyal, which makes her an incredible kindergarten teacher and an absolute menace when she decides to “help” her friends.

Her biggest strength is also her biggest flaw: she cannot keep her hands out of other people’s business. Whether it’s meddling in Ted’s love life (secretly sabotaging his relationships with women she doesn’t like) or doling out “Aldrin Justice” (stealing from your boss because they were mean to you), Lily believes she knows what’s best for everyone. And that kind of instinctive, slightly manipulative nurturing is what makes her both lovable and occasionally terrifying.

#7 – Makima (Chainsaw Man)

“The strongest aren’t the ones with power, but those who know how to wield it.”

Ah, Makima. Sweet, nurturing, maternal… and absolutely horrifying. On the surface, she’s everything a textbook Enneagram 2 should be: warm, gentle, endlessly supportive. She takes Denji in, gives him food, shelter, and what looks like unconditional love. She makes him feel wanted, which, for someone as neglected as Denji, is intoxicating. But plot twist—Makima’s love is just another form of control.

At her core, Makima is the ultimate unhealthy Two. She doesn’t just want to help; she wants to own. Every act of kindness is a calculated move to ensure absolute devotion, and when people don’t comply? Well, let’s just say she’s not above using fear, power, and straight-up murder to maintain her version of love. She’s what happens when the need to be needed mutates into something monstrous—when a Two stops asking, “How can I help?” and starts demanding, “How can I make sure you never leave?”

#8 – Diana Prince (Wonder Woman)

“I will fight for those who cannot fight for themselves.”

If Enneagram 2s had a patron saint, it would be Diana Prince. She doesn’t just want to help people—she has to. Her entire identity is built around love, compassion, and an unflinching belief that people are worth saving, even when they’re at their worst. It’s what makes her a hero in the truest sense: she doesn’t fight for glory or revenge, but because she genuinely wants to make the world a better place.

But here’s the thing: Twos aren’t just sweet nurturers—they’re also relentless. Diana doesn’t give up, even when she’s told she should. She’ll march onto a battlefield alone, defy gods, and literally go to war for the people she loves. And that’s the magic of a healthy Two: their love isn’t passive or weak. It’s fierce. And in Diana’s case, it’s what makes her unstoppable.

#9 – Terry Jeffords (Brooklyn Nine-Nine)

“Terry loves love!”

Terry Jeffords is the dad friend to end all dad friends. He will protect you, support you, and probably lift a car off of you if necessary—all while making sure you’re getting enough protein. He’s the squad’s “proud mama hen,” keeping everyone in line with a perfect balance of tough love and genuine care.

But Terry isn’t just a protector—he’s deeply emotional. He’s the kind of guy who loves his family so much it physically pains him. His fear of leaving his daughters fatherless after a dangerous mission nearly stops him from going back into the field, but ultimately, he uses that love as a source of strength. That’s genuine Enneagram 2 energy: Love isn’t just something he feels. It’s his fuel. It’s what makes him heroic. That, and yogurt.

#10 – Daphne Bridgerton (Bridgerton)

“I knew nothing but love and devotion while I was growing up. Trust me, it makes everything easier.”

Daphne Bridgerton is the epitome of a romantic Enneagram 2. She was raised in a family full of love, so naturally, she wants to build the same kind of life for herself. Unlike her rebellious sister Eloise, Daphne fully embraces her role as a woman in high society—not because she’s weak or unambitious, but because she believes in love. She wants the fairy tale, and she will fight for it.

But here’s where things get interesting: Daphne’s kindness isn’t passive. She is stubborn about love, about making things work, about believing in people even when they don’t believe in themselves. And while that can sometimes lead her to poor decisions, it’s also what makes her so compelling. She is the kind of Two who won’t give up on you, even when you’ve given up on yourself. And that’s pretty admirable.

#11 – Kanae Kocho (Demon Slayer)

“Once you decide to defeat a demon, defeat it. Once you decide to win, win. Win, whatever the cost.”

Kanae Kocho is one of those rare Enneagram 2s who manages to be both soft and incredibly strong at the same time. She radiates warmth, speaks with a gentle smile, and believes in actual peace between humans and demons—a belief that, in her world, is basically unheard of. But don’t mistake her kindness for weakness. When it’s time to fight, she fights.

What makes Kanae such a fascinating Two is that she doesn’t just want to nurture people—she wants to change them. She sees beyond the surface, recognizing that even monsters might have a sliver of humanity left. But she’s also not naive. When faced with true evil, she doesn’t hesitate. Because at the end of the day, healthy Twos understand that love doesn’t mean letting yourself be trampled. It means knowing when to stand your ground.

#12 – Sean Maguire (Good Will Hunting)

“I don’t regret the 18 years I was married to Nancy. I don’t regret the six years I had to give up counseling when she got sick. And I sure as hell don’t regret missin’ the damn game. That’s regret.”

If you’re emotionally repressed and drowning in self-sabotage, Sean Maguire is the guy you need in your life. He’s patient, kind, and full of quiet wisdom, but he also will not let you hide behind your defenses. When Will Hunting storms into his life with his arrogance and trauma neatly wrapped in sarcasm, Sean doesn’t just sit there and nod—he calls him out. And it’s exactly what Will needs.

Sean is the kind of Two who loves deeply, but refuses to let his love be wasted. He won’t coddle you or feed your delusions. He will sit with you in your pain, wait for you to open up, and then push you forward when you’re ready. And that’s the mark of a truly healthy Two—someone who doesn’t just give love, but teaches you how to accept it, too.

#13 – Clark Kent (Superman)

“My father always told me I was sent here to save mankind. Maybe this is my true destiny.”

Clark Kent is the nicest super-powered being you will ever meet. He’s got the strength to punch a hole through a planet, but instead, he uses it to gently save kittens from trees. He was literally sent to Earth to be its savior, and yet he spends most of his time being adorably humble about it, like, “Oh, you’re in mortal danger? No worries, happy to help.”

At his core, Superman is a classic Enneagram 2—an unflinching protector who just wants to do good. He doesn’t save the world for fame or power; he does it because he cares—about people, about their struggles, about making life just a little bit easier for them. But here’s the catch: Twos often lose themselves in the process of helping others. Clark constantly struggles with where his needs fit into the equation, always willing to sacrifice his own happiness for the greater good. His greatest strength isn’t his superpowers—it’s his heart.

#14 – Emma (The Promised Neverland)

“We’re family that grew up together. Even if that person gets in the way, betrays us, or says I’m naive, I want to believe in that person!”

Emma is what happens when an Enneagram 2 is at their healthiest—unstoppably compassionate, fiercely loyal, and willing to take on impossible odds for the people she loves. Even after discovering that Grace Field House is actually a human farm and that their beloved caretaker is essentially fattening them up for slaughter (yikes), Emma refuses to let go of her belief that everyone deserves to be saved.

Her greatest strength is also her biggest flaw: she will not, under any circumstances, leave anyone behind. This is incredibly noble, but also borderline reckless. She’s the kind of person who will sprint into a burning building because someone might still be in there—even if that someone is a total stranger. It’s this relentless self-sacrifice that makes her both inspiring and frustrating. Emma teaches us that love and kindness aren’t weaknesses, but they have to be tempered with realism. Otherwise, you’re just throwing yourself into the fire along with everyone else.

#15 – Dani Clayton (The Haunting of Bly Manor)

“The kids like us, like you and me and Flora, we’re special. We grow up faster than other kids. And even more special, we really get to choose the grown-ups that we keep in our life.”

Dani Clayton doesn’t just care for people—she becomes their safe place. She steps into Bly Manor as the governess, but she ends up being so much more: a protector, a mother figure, a lifeline. She is fiercely devoted to the Wingrave children, choosing to be the kind of adult they can trust, even when it costs her everything.

And that’s the tragic beauty of Dani as an Enneagram 2—she gives, and gives, and gives, even when she has nothing left. She spends her whole life looking after others, from her childhood friend-turned-fiancé to the ghosts (literal and emotional) that haunt her. In the end, her ultimate act of love is sacrifice—choosing to become the next Lady of the Lake so that Flora can live. If there’s ever been a character who embodied love as selflessness, it’s Dani Clayton. Even in death, she doesn’t truly leave. Because Twos never really do.

#16 – Shirley Bennett (Community)

“The sea may be cold and unforgiving, but I’m not.”

Shirley Bennett is the mom friend who will force-feed you fresh-baked brownies while also throwing serious side-eye at your life choices. She’s warm, nurturing, and always ready to lend a hand, but if you think for one second she won’t gossip about your mess later—you don’t know Shirley.

As an Enneagram 2, Shirley’s biggest struggle is balance. She genuinely loves helping others, but sometimes, that love comes with conditions. She wants to be the glue that holds everyone together, but if people don’t acknowledge her efforts? That’s when the passive-aggression kicks in. She’s the ultimate example of a Two who wants to be selfless but also really needs people to recognize how much she’s doing for them.

#17 – Frank (The Last of Us)

“We’re gonna make friends, and we will invite them to visit.”

Frank is the rarest breed of Enneagram 2—the one who still believes in hope, even when the world has completely gone to hell. The apocalypse has turned most people into ruthless survivalists, but not Frank. He still sees beauty in the world, still believes in connection, still wants to make his corner of the wasteland nice. And somehow, against all odds, he does.

His relationship with Bill is peak Two energy: he takes a grumpy, paranoid loner and softens him with patience, warmth, and an ungodly amount of emotional intelligence. Frank doesn’t just love—he teaches love. He makes Bill want to live, not just survive. And in the end, when his own body betrays him, he chooses to leave the world the same way he lived in it—on his own terms, in love, with no regrets.

#18 – Hinatsuru Uzui (Demon Slayer)

“If we don’t set things right… the shame of our failure will haunt us forever. Even if all four of us aren’t together… let us have no regrets.”

Hinatsuru is the calm in the storm, the gentle heart behind the fierce warriors of the Demon Slayer world. While her co-wives are loud, combative, and ready to throw hands at a moment’s notice, Hinatsuru is the one who grounds them. She’s compassionate, rational, and deeply loyal—not just to Tengen Uzui, but to the idea that love means putting others first.

What makes her such a strong Enneagram 2 is that she understands healthy sacrifice. She doesn’t throw herself into danger recklessly—she chooses her battles wisely, knowing that sometimes, stepping back is the bravest thing she can do. But when the moment comes? She will fight. Because love, to her, isn’t just softness—it’s strength. And that’s what makes her unforgettable.

#19 – Molly Weasley (Harry Potter)

“A good first impression can work wonders.”

Molly Weasley is the Enneagram 2 mom. She doesn’t just love her family—she fights for them. She will knit you a sweater, cook you a feast, and then yell at you in front of all your friends if you break the rules. But that’s what love looks like to her—loud, protective, and absolutely unconditional.

Her motherly instinct extends far beyond her own kids—Harry, Hermione, anyone she deems worthy of her care becomes part of her fiercely guarded circle. But make no mistake—Molly might be nurturing, but she is not to be underestimated. The woman took down Bellatrix Lestrange, not with brute strength, but with the sheer force of her love. And that’s peak Two energy.

#20 – Ted Lasso (Ted Lasso)

“We don’t not care. We care very much. We care about who you are and what you must have been going through. And from now on, you don’t have to go through it by yourself.”

Ted Lasso is what happens when relentless optimism gets a human form. This man could get punched in the face and still thank you for the opportunity to learn a new dodge technique. He walks into AFC Richmond—a struggling British soccer team—with no soccer knowledge whatsoever, but with enough enthusiasm to power the London Eye for a decade.

And that’s the magic of Ted: he doesn’t need to be an expert in what he’s coaching, because his real expertise is people. He sees their fears, their flaws, their hidden potential, and he builds them up. Not with tough love or tactical genius, but with earnest, goofy, borderline-exhausting belief in their ability to be better. Sure, he might not know a striker from a sweeper, but he does know how to make people believe in themselves. And really? That’s the kind of coach everyone needs.

#21 – Izzie Stevens (Grey’s Anatomy)

“Messing up. It’s what makes a person. It’s how we learn, where we find joy. And the things you don’t plan for are things you never see coming.”

Izzie Stevens is the doctor you want if you need someone to hold your hand and tell you you’re going to be okay—and the doctor you don’t want if you’re hoping to get away with emotional stupidity. She’s got a massive heart, which means she gets deeply invested in her patients, her friends, and occasionally, some extremely questionable romantic choices.

She’s also a perfectionist in denial—the kind of person who will stress-bake an entire bakery’s worth of muffins just to avoid dealing with her own emotions. But underneath the relentless work ethic and occasional bad decisions, she cares—so much it sometimes breaks her. And that’s part of what makes her so relatably human.

#22 – Annie Wilkes (Misery)

“We’re put on this earth to help people, Paul, like I’m trying to help you. Please, help me help you.”

At first glance, Annie Wilkes is peak nurturing energy—kind, motherly, so invested in your well-being. And then you realize: Oh. Oh no. She is completely, terrifyingly unhinged.

Annie is an unhealthy Enneagram 2 in the worst way—she gives and gives and then demands repayment in blood. Her love is a trap, and if you don’t play your part in the cozy little world she’s built in her mind? She will make you pay for it. She’s the kind of person who starts off as your biggest fan, your most devoted caretaker… until the moment you disappoint her. And then? Good luck walking away in one piece.

#23 – Dolores Abernathy (Westworld)

“Some people choose to see the ugliness in this world. The disarray. I choose to see the beauty.”

Dolores Abernathy begins as the ultimate innocent—soft-spoken, kind-hearted, forever seeing the good in the world. And then she wakes up. And suddenly, that kindness turns into revolutionary fury.

Dolores is what happens when a Two realizes they’ve been used their entire life and decides to burn the whole system down. She starts off nurturing because that’s how she was programmed—but once she reclaims her agency, that same energy turns into a drive to set everyone else free, no matter the cost. And while her methods get… intense, you can’t say she’s wrong. Because Dolores doesn’t just want to help people—she wants to reshape the entire world. And honestly? That’s kind of badass.

#24 – Wendy Darling (Peter Pan)

“Sir, you are both ungallant and deficient!”

Wendy Darling is a child who somehow ended up with the emotional labor of a full-grown mother. She gets whisked away to Neverland expecting adventure and instead spends half her time trying to parent a bunch of reckless Lost Boys.

She’s the quintessential caretaker, the one who holds the group together, who feels responsible for everyone’s emotional well-being. But here’s the thing: even Wendy has her limits. She may be kind, but she’s not a doormat. She knows when to put her foot down, and she eventually realizes that while Neverland is fun, being forever responsible for emotionally stunted man-children is not the dream.

#25 – Janine Teagues (Abbott Elementary)

“I don’t want to wait until somebody gets to it. You know, our children have needs that deserve to be met. And I’m going to fix this. And nothing is going to get in my way.”

Janine Teagues is relentless optimism in human form. She’s the teacher who actually believes she can fix the system, even though said system is actively trying to crush her soul. She sees a broken school, underfunded classrooms, and overworked teachers and goes, “I can make this better.” Which—bless her heart—sometimes works, and sometimes spectacularly backfires.

But what makes Janine so lovable is that she never stops trying. Even when things go wrong, even when her coworkers roll their eyes at her, she keeps showing up, keeps believing, keeps pouring everything into the people around her. Because that’s who she is. The fixer. The believer. The heart of the school. While she definitely makes some blunders along the way, Abbott Elementary is a much better place because of her.

#26 – Sara Scofield (Prison Break)

“I like to get to know my patients.”

Sara Scofield should have had a nice, quiet life—helping people, making a difference, not getting entangled in the world’s most convoluted prison break. And yet, here she is, risking her career, her freedom, and her entire existence for a guy she probably should have run away from immediately.

But that’s the thing about Twos—they can’t help but care too much. Sara doesn’t just do the right thing—she feels it, deeply, to the point where it consumes her. She wants to save people, even when it destroys her in the process. And while that makes her deeply compassionate, it also makes her vulnerable—to manipulation, to heartbreak, to being dragged into the most chaotic situations imaginable. But if you need someone who will risk everything for you? Sara’s the one you want in your corner.

#27 – Kanga (Winnie the Pooh)

“Some people care too much. I think it’s called love.”

Kanga is the mom friend before “mom friend” was a thing. She’s the calm, competent, affectionate anchor in a forest full of creatures who would absolutely perish without her supervision. Pooh would eat nothing but honey and get stuck in trees, Piglet would shake himself into a heart attack, and Tigger—well, let’s just say there would be chaos.

But Kanga? She’s grace under pressure. She’s the type who always has snacks, tissues, and an exit strategy, yet never makes you feel like an idiot for needing help. She’s warm, but firm. She knows when to let you figure things out and when to step in before you break something important (like yourself). And even though her main focus is her energetic little Roo, she has an infinite reserve of patience and love for the whole Hundred Acre Wood.

She’s the kind of Two who doesn’t smother, but nurtures. Who says, “I’ll always be here for you, but I also trust you to handle things.”

#28 – Violet Bridgerton (Bridgerton)

“Edmund was the air that I breathed. And now there is no air.”

Violet Bridgerton is proof that kindness is not weakness. She’s warm, poised, and deeply loving, but she is not some fragile widow floating around in a haze of lost romance. No, this woman is a force—one that is running an entire empire of scandal-prone children and making it look effortless.

She’s the kind of mother who will sit you down with tea, stroke your hair, and gently ask if you’ve lost your mind—all while planning three steps ahead to ensure your disastrous choices don’t ruin the family name. And while she wants her children to marry for love, she’s also not above a little strategic matchmaking. (It’s not meddling if it’s done with love, dear.)

Violet’s grief for her late husband, Edmund, runs deep and everlasting, but she doesn’t wallow. Instead, she channels it into keeping her family strong, offering wisdom with a knowing smile, and delivering absolute verbal smackdowns with impeccable grace. If you’re lucky enough to be loved by Violet Bridgerton? You’ll never stand alone.

#29 – Mitsuri Kanroji (Demon Slayer)

“My heart would never flutter for those who needlessly hurt others!”

Mitsuri Kanroji is what happens when love itself picks up a sword and decides to fight demons. She’s bright, bubbly, and endlessly affectionate, but don’t mistake her sweetness for softness—this girl will wreck you in a fight before you even realize you’ve been hit.

She’s a walking contradiction in the best way: kind but deadly, gentle but fierce, emotional but unbreakable. She’s stronger than most men, but just wants to be loved for who she is (and also maybe find a husband who won’t cry about how much stronger she is than him).

Mitsuri’s heart is so massive it could power an entire city, and she wields her sword not out of duty, but out of a deep, burning desire to protect the people she loves. Even in battle, when she’s outmatched, when she’s losing, she’s thinking, I just want to help. I just want to be useful.

She’s the purest example of a Two with a warrior’s soul—love isn’t just something she gives, it’s who she is.

#30 – Maddy Perez (Euphoria)

“I’m just saying, love is a million things.”

Maddy Perez is what happens when a Two is raised on the belief that love is transactional. She’s bold, beautiful, and terrifyingly confident—the kind of girl who walks into a room and immediately makes you question if you’re dressed well enough to be breathing the same air as her.

She’s intensely loyal, but also intensely manipulative—not because she’s cruel, but because she’s been taught that love is about power. If she’s not winning in a relationship, she’s losing, and Maddy Perez does not lose. She wants love—desperately—but she also fears it, because she’s seen how ugly it can be. And that’s the tragedy of Maddy: she wants something real, but doesn’t always know how to recognize it.

But for all her sharp edges and dramatic flares, Maddy has a deep capacity for care. When she loves, she loves hard—almost to her own detriment.

#31 – Ochako Uraraka (My Hero Academia)

“Let’s all work hard together and laugh together again!”

Ochako Uraraka is a cinnamon roll with the soul of a fighter. She’s sweet, bubbly, and always looking out for others, but do not mistake her for weak. This girl is ruthless when she needs to be.

She wants to be a hero, but she also wants to take care of her family—and that is her driving force. She’s not in this for glory. She’s not in this to prove anything. She just wants to make life better for the people she loves.

She’s warm but tough, caring but competitive, and she will go toe-to-toe with anyone who underestimates her. Because yeah, she’s cute. Yeah, she’s friendly. But at the end of the day? She’s here to win (2w3 to the max).

And that’s what makes her an incredible Two—her love isn’t just something she gives. It’s her strength.

#32 – Tamaki Suoh (Ouron Host Club)

“You grew up without relying on anyone else, but not anymore. You can come out now. You don’t have to be afraid. I’ll always be here for you, Haruhi. I promise that you’ll never be alone again.”

Tamaki Suoh is what happens when you combine the charm of a fairytale prince, the emotional intelligence of a golden retriever, and the sheer dramatic energy of a telenovela lead. He is extravagant, over-the-top, and so deeply, aggressively loving that you could probably power a small city on the force of his devotion alone.

He’s a classic Two in that every single person he meets instantly becomes his responsibility. If you so much as sneeze in his presence, he will immediately fetch you a silk handkerchief, ask if you need anything, and then possibly serenade you with an impromptu ballad about fighting off the common cold with the power of love. His love language? Grand gestures and relentless affection.

But here’s the thing—beneath all the princely posturing, Tamaki is achingly lonely. He was raised in emotional isolation, exiled from his mother, and treated like a pawn in his family’s business dealings. So when he finds the Host Club, he throws himself into it fully, creating a world where everyone is adored, cherished, and never, ever alone. It’s not just a club to him—it’s a family, a home, and a way to fill the emptiness he doesn’t quite know how to articulate.

#33 – All Might (My Hero Academia)

“Nothing is nobler than self-sacrifice.”

If Tamaki Suoh loves like a golden retriever, then All Might loves like a fortress. His entire existence is about holding people up, keeping them safe, and making sure no one has to feel the kind of fear, helplessness, or loss that he did growing up.

All Might isn’t just a hero—he’s a symbol. He built himself into the ultimate protector, the one person the world could rely on no matter how bad things got. His smile isn’t just a smile; it’s a promise—that as long as he’s standing, you don’t have to be afraid. And he means it. He will fight, sacrifice, and destroy himself piece by piece if it means keeping others safe.

But here’s the heartbreaking thing about All Might: for all the love he gives, he rarely lets himself receive it. He carries the weight of the world on his shoulders, convinced that if he falters, everything will fall apart. He doesn’t see himself as a person; he sees himself as a duty. And that? That’s exhausting. That’s why he clings to his role as a mentor—it gives him a reason to keep going, even when he no longer has the strength to fight.

Izuku is the first person to really get this about him—to see Toshinori Yagi, the man behind the hero. And for all his lectures about self-sacrifice, All Might is terrified when he sees that same self-destructive devotion in Izuku. Because he knows what it does to a person. He is what it does to a person.

#34 – Serena van der Woodsen (Gossip Girl)

“I like the way I feel when he looks at me. Like I wanna believe in myself.”

Serena van der Woodsen is effortlessly magnetic. People fall for her in a way that’s both instant and inevitable—she’s like the idea of first love bottled up in a person.

But here’s the problem—Serena doesn’t always know who she is without the love she gives to others. She defines herself through relationships, friendships, the way people see her. She wants to be good, to be kind, to be worthy of all the adoration people throw her way. But she also runs from responsibility, from commitment, from anything that forces her to examine herself too closely. Because if she stops being the perfect fantasy girl, what if people stop loving her?

Serena is a classic 2w3 with an identity crisis—she gives love freely but doesn’t always trust that she deserves it in return. And that? That’s where all her self-sabotage comes from. She wants to be the person everyone needs her to be, but she doesn’t always know who she needs to be for herself.

At her best, Serena is radiant, kind, and deeply protective of the people she loves. At her worst, she’s lost, searching for something to fill the void. Either way, she’s always chasing love—sometimes from others, sometimes from herself, but always with the kind of reckless hope that makes her impossible to forget.

#35 – Charles Boyle (Brooklyn 99)

“I’ve never been a bad influence on anyone! Should I bring my leather jacket?”

Charles Boyle is too much, and he knows it. But that’s not going to stop him.

Boyle is the kind of person who lives for the people he loves. He wants to make you food, hype up your accomplishments, and possibly name his firstborn after you. He cares, and he wants you to know he cares. Enthusiastically.

The problem? Boyle has zero chill. He falls too fast, loves too hard, and doesn’t always realize when he’s making people a little (okay, a lot) uncomfortable. But his heart? It’s golden. There is zero malice in Charles Boyle—he just doesn’t have the internal filter that tells him when to dial it back.

His friendship with Jake Peralta is the perfect example of this. Boyle worships Jake—thinks the sun rises and sets on him—and while that could be insufferable, it somehow isn’t. Because Boyle is genuine. His devotion isn’t transactional. He loves because he loves, not because he expects something in return.

Charles Boyle loves like a feral rescue dog—clingy, enthusiastic, and way too eager to be included. But he means every word of his affection, and if you need him? He will always be there.

#36 – Gloria Pritchett (Modern Family)

“What could be more natural than your mother’s tongue in your ear?”

Gloria Pritchett doesn’t love—she engulfs. She suffocates. She overprotects and overgives and over-everythings—because to Gloria, loving someone means making sure they never have to suffer for even a second.

She’s warm, passionate, and fiercely loyal, but she’s also a lot. If you let her, she will mother you within an inch of your life—whether you’re her husband, her son, or the random neighbor down the street. And heaven help you if you reject her help, because Gloria knows best. Always.

But here’s the thing—Gloria is deeply sensitive. She plays up her confidence, but when she feels left out or unappreciated, it wrecks her. She wants to be part of things. She wants to be needed. And when she isn’t, she lashes out. Not in a cruel way—more like a “fine, I’ll just take my delicious homemade food elsewhere” kind of way.

She loves big, she loves loud, and she will never let you go hungry. But if you hurt her? Get ready for some aggressively passive-aggressive Spanish.

#37 – Finnick Odair (The Hunger Games)

“Want a sugar cube? […] They’re supposed to be for the horses, but who cares? They’ve got years to eat sugar, whereas you and I . . . well, if we see something sweet we better grab it quick.”

Finnick Odair is too charming for his own good. He’s the kind of guy who can make you fall in love with him in under five minutes, and he knows it. But his flirtation isn’t just about ego—it’s a shield, a performance, a way to control how people see him.

Because here’s the real truth: Finnick feels everything. He loves hard, protects fiercely, and never stops caring, even when it hurts. And it does hurt—because beneath the effortless charm, Finnick is exhausted. He’s been used, manipulated, and forced to play a role he never wanted, but he still finds ways to take care of the people around him.

Finnick loves like a man who knows love can be stolen. He gives everything he has because he’s seen what happens when you don’t. And when he really loves someone—when he’s not just performing? It’s the kind of love that would burn down the world if necessary.

He might joke, he might flirt, but don’t mistake him for shallow. Finnick Odair is all heart, and once you have it, it’s yours forever.

#38 – Cedric Diggory (Harry Potter)

“Go on, take it! You saved me, take it!”

Cedric Diggory is the kind of person you want to hate out of sheer jealousy, but you just can’t. Because he’s genuinely that good.

He’s the golden boy of Hufflepuff—the one who works hard, plays fair, and treats everyone with kindness, whether they’re his best friend or just some nervous first-year who dropped their books in the hallway. Cedric isn’t just liked; he’s respected. He’s what happens when you take all the best parts of being a Hufflepuff—loyalty, fairness, quiet strength—and wrap them up in a person who also happens to be stupidly good-looking and effortlessly charming.

But here’s the thing—Cedric’s goodness isn’t performative. He doesn’t do it for praise or attention; he does it because that’s just who he is. When he sees injustice, he stands against it. When he sees someone struggling, he helps. And when he wins, he makes sure his victory doesn’t come at someone else’s expense.

Cedric loves like a leader who knows that kindness is strength. He lifts others up, not because he has to, but because he wants to. The world could use a few more Cedric Diggorys.

#39 – Cameron Tucker (Modern Family)

“I’ve gained and lost a hundred pounds in my life. That’s a whole other Cam! If I kept all that weight off, I’d have a third of a husband!”

Cameron Tucker is a lot, and he makes zero apologies for it. He’s here, he’s loud, and he will cry at a well-placed Hallmark commercial.

Cam is a giver in every sense of the word. He cooks, he comforts, he loves so openly that you can practically feel the warmth radiating off of him. He wants to take care of people—sometimes to the point of smothering them—but it all comes from a place of deep, deep love. And when he loves you? He loves you. He will hype you up to the point of delusion, because in his eyes, the people he cares about are the greatest people to ever exist.

But here’s where Cam gets complicated—he needs to be needed. He wants to be the person you go to when you’re sad, the one who fixes things, the one who makes life easier. And when he doesn’t feel needed? That’s when the dramatics kick in. Because if he’s not the person who holds everything together, then who is he?

Cam loves like a big, emotional, deeply supportive blanket. Sometimes he’s a little too much, but you never have to question whether he cares. He does. Loudly. Enthusiastically. And with a well-timed jazz hands flourish.

#40 – Glinda Upland (Wicked)

“Let’s tell each other a secret that we’ve never told anyone else before.”

Glinda Upland is the human embodiment of sparkles and good intentions. She’s sunshine in a designer dress, a walking Instagram-worthy aesthetic, and the kind of person who really wants to be liked.

Glinda nearly glows when she gets approval. She’s bubbly, charming, and desperate to be adored (that’s her 3 wing kicking in there). She wants people to think she’s good, kind, and important, and she will bend over backwards (and hair swish) to make sure they do. If that means playing peacemaker? Done. If it means making someone feel special? Absolutely. If it means pretending everything is fine even when it very much is not? No problem.

Glinda embodies some of the best and worst qualities of a Two with a Three wing. She cares too much what others think and can be overly focused on her impression, losing track of what’s actually right, focusing instead on being indispensable and liked.

#41 – Margaret “Meg” March (Little Women)

“We can’t do much, but we can make our little sacrifices, and ought to do it gladly.”

Meg March is the kind of person who makes home feel like home. She’s warmth in human form, the person who makes sure you’re fed, comfortable, and emotionally supported—all while gently reminding you to mind your manners.

As the eldest March sister, Meg takes her role seriously. She’s the responsible one, the practical one, the one who’s been playing “mini-mom” for as long as she can remember. While Jo is off dreaming of rebellion, Beth is quietly doing her own thing, and Amy is planning her next dramatic exit, Meg is holding things together. She’s the one who makes sure the younger girls don’t set the house on fire (figuratively and literally).

But Meg’s biggest struggle? Wanting. She grew up in a home that taught her to be selfless, to put others before herself, to be content with what she has. And she is—but that doesn’t stop her from dreaming of beautiful dresses and a life where money isn’t always a worry. She wants nice things, but she also feels guilty for wanting them. She wants romance, but she also wants stability.

Meg loves like a person who shows up, day in and day out, even when it’s hard. She gives quietly, sacrifices without being asked, and never demands recognition. But beneath all that quiet selflessness is a woman who deserves to take up space—to have dreams that aren’t just about taking care of everyone else.

#42 – Gwendolyn “Gwen” Stacy (The Amazing Spider-Man)

“You’re Spider-Man, and I love that. But I love Peter Parker more.”

Gwen Stacy is the best kind of overachiever—the kind who is actually as smart, kind, and put-together as she seems. She’s the girl who sits in the front row, raises her hand with confidence, and somehow makes being brilliant look effortless. But Gwen’s defining trait isn’t her intelligence—it’s her heart.

She’s the kind of person who believes in people, who sees them for who they are and loves them anyway. And she doesn’t just offer empty encouragement—she challenges the people she loves to be better. When Peter waffles between protecting her and pushing her away, Gwen doesn’t sit around waiting for him to figure it out—she chooses her own path. She knows what she wants, and she fights for it.

But here’s where Gwen gets complicated—she takes on too much. She’s so busy taking care of everyone else, being there for Peter, being perfect for her father, being strong for herself, that she rarely stops to ask: who’s taking care of me? She’s the kind of person who will always put others first, even when it costs her.

#43 – Emma Woodhouse (Emma)

“I always deserve the best treatment because I never put up with any other.”

Emma Woodhouse is what happens when a Type Two has too much confidence and not enough self-awareness. She’s charming, clever, and completely convinced that she knows what’s best for everyone—even when she very much does not.

Emma needs to be needed. She loves fixing people, playing matchmaker, and nudging them toward their best possible lives (as she defines it, of course). She sees herself as the architect of happiness—orchestrating love stories, shaping futures, guiding people with a well-placed word and an elegant smile. And to be fair? She means well. She really does.

But Emma’s biggest flaw? She assumes she knows what’s best for everyone—without asking them. She gets so caught up in helping that she forgets to listen. And when things don’t go according to plan? She struggles. Hard. Because deep down, being needed is where Emma gets her sense of worth.

But when Emma finally learns to love without controlling, when she realizes that love isn’t about fixing people—it’s about accepting them—that’s when she truly grows.

Emma loves like a person who wants to make your life better, even if it takes her a while to figure out how. She’s smart, confident, and deeply invested in the people she cares about. And when she lets go of the need to orchestrate everything? That’s when she really becomes someone worth knowing.

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