In the age of streaming and ever-expanding TV universes, it’s easier than ever for fans to confuse actors — especially when two popular shows feature characters who look or act just a little too similarly. That’s exactly what happened recently on Reddit, where fans of ABC’s The Rookie were stunned to discover that a familiar face they thought appeared in Netflix’s Ginny & Georgia… never actually did.
The Case of Mistaken Identity
It all started with a Reddit thread titled “Wait… Isn’t She in Ginny & Georgia Too?” in r/TheRookie, where a user posted a side-by-side comparison of Jenna Dewan (Bailey Nune in The Rookie) and Brianne Howey (Georgia Miller in Ginny & Georgia). The resemblance? Uncanny — at least to many viewers.
“I swear I thought it was the same actress,” one fan wrote. “I’ve been watching both shows for months and just assumed she was doing double duty.”
That comment quickly gained traction, prompting a flurry of replies from fellow confused fans, some of whom admitted they’d even Googled it before. Spoiler: they’re not the same person, and Jenna Dewan has never appeared in Ginny & Georgia.
Why the Confusion Makes Sense
The confusion isn’t completely baseless. Both women are blonde, charismatic, and play strong-willed maternal figures on their respective shows. Their similar acting styles and on-screen presence — confident, a bit chaotic, and emotionally layered — certainly don’t help the mix-up.
Plus, with so many actors making appearances across multiple platforms, it’s not far-fetched for viewers to assume that a familiar face on one show might pop up elsewhere. In an era where actors like Pedro Pascal or Florence Pugh seemingly appear everywhere, the crossover assumption is natural — even if incorrect.
Fans React With Humor and Humility
Once the truth set in, most Redditors took it in stride. “Welp, I guess I have actor face blindness,” one user joked. Others shared similar stories of mistaking actors across genres and series — from confusing Linda Cardellini with Carla Gugino to mixing up Jesse Spencer (Chicago Fire) with Matt Czuchry (The Resident).
One user summed it up best:
“Turns out I’ve been living in a parallel TV universe where every actress merges into one multirole powerhouse. And honestly? I kinda like that universe.”
What This Tells Us About Fandom Today
This moment, while light-hearted, reflects how modern fandom is fueled by cross-platform viewing, Reddit theories, and rapid-fire assumptions. With binge-watching, background viewing, and multi-screen habits becoming the norm, it’s no surprise that details can blur — even faces.
At least now we know: Jenna Dewan is all Rookie, and Brianne Howey is all Georgia.
