Ashley 2 is a supporting character in the Canadian teen sitcom Mr. Meaty. She is the loyal best friend of Ashley Steinberg. Her voice actress is not credited.
Background[]
A constant presence at the Scaunchboro Mall, Ashley 2 is an integral part of the popular girls' group, alongside her best friends, Ashley Steinberg and Brittany.
Her character is a satirical representation of the stereotypical teenage girl often found in a mall setting. The creators of the show have mentioned that the "Ashleys" were conceived as an amalgamation of such teenagers they observed.
Ashley 2's role is primarily that of a follower to her best friend, Ashley Steinberg. This dynamic is a key aspect of her character, highlighting the social hierarchy within their clique.
Fate[]
In Geezers, when Josh and Parker's future selves travel back in time to prevent them from working at Mr. Meaty forever, they reveal that Ashley 2 will become Josh's wife if he continues down this path; this and other reasons lead Josh and Parker to change the timeline by making their movie, becoming famous, and presumably also preventing the wedding with Ashley 2 from happening.
In the series finale, Dream of the Dead, Ashley 2 and Ashley Steinberg audition for Josh Redgrove and Parker Dinkleman's movie but are rejected. The special concludes with the revelation that the zombified actor Karlon Bugosi has eaten the brains of half the population of Scaunchboro, which presumably includes Ashley 2.
Personality[]
Ashley 2's personality is defined by her unwavering loyalty to Ashley Steinberg. She is often seen agreeing with Ashley and mirroring her actions and speech, solidifying her role as a devoted follower. This synchronized behavior emphasizes their close bond and the power dynamic within their friendship.
A notable nervous habit of Ashley 2 is chewing her hair. This tic suggests a degree of anxiety and a desire for social acceptance within her popular circle. While she is a part of the "in-crowd", this habit hints at the underlying pressures of maintaining her social standing.
Despite being among the popular girls, Ashley 2 is considered weird and unattractive outside her group, to the point of being the only girl Josh doesn't want to date. She is also quite dim-witted and not very smart, especially compared to her best friend.
Appearance[]
Ashley 2 with Ashley Steinberg.
Ashley 2 is notable for her disheveled look. She has blonde hair with a peculiar hairstyle that includes a pair of curled pigtails and a ponytail. She has protruding teeth and wears pink eyeshadow. She wore a pink shirt and purple flannel skirt.
From the episode Puppet of Pop onwards, her outfit changed to a matching hoodie and skirt, just like Ashley's, but purple instead of gray, and her hairstyle became less voluminous and straighter.
Interactions[]
- Ashley Steinberg: Ashley 2 is Ashley Steinberg's closest friend and devoted follower. Their interactions are characterized by Ashley 2's steadfast support of Ashley Steinberg's opinions and actions. They often speak in unison, highlighting their close-knit relationship and Ashley Steinberg's leadership. Ashley 2's social status is directly linked to her proximity to the clique's leader.
- Brittany: Brittany is the third member of their popular trio. She is often depicted as the most level-headed of the group and can act as a mediator. Her relationship with Ashley 2 is not explored in depth.
- Josh Redgrove: Josh and Ashley 2 seem to get along well, but only as friends, with her being the only girl Josh has never dated. Although Ashley 2 seems to have a slight crush on Josh, he finds her weird and feels it would be embarrassing to have a relationship with her; In the episode Geezers, Josh's future self reveals that he will marry Ashley 2 if he continues working at the mall, leaving him disgusted.
- Parker Dinkleman: Ashley 2 is aware of Parker as Josh's friend. He is often an unwilling participant in Josh's schemes to get the attention of the popular girls.
Trivia[]
- The puppets of Ashley 2 and Ashley Steinberg were updated several times throughout the series, resulting in them having straighter facial features and resembling each other more closely.
- In the episode Roast Beef Barb, her DNA, in the form of a strand of her hair, is used by Josh and Parker in an attempt to create the "perfect girlfriend" for Josh.
- The creators based the Ashleys on their observations of teenagers in shopping malls to capture a specific social archetype.