It is no secret that certain movies and TV shows have a tremendous following, even to the point of being a little “cultish”. Just look at the likes of the large Star Wars, Game of Thrones or Harry Potter fans around the world.
While most would agree that the show or movie they love is entertaining and even life-changing, one in particular is said to have, quite literally, changed the course of the lives of some of its audiences.
Since the debut of the show, the percentage of women enrolled in STEM-related programs has steadily increased. While it's difficult to attribute a specific increase in the number of women in science, law, and medicine solely to the character," it's undeniable that her portrayal had a positive impact on the representation of women in these fields.
Scully also became a role model for many young women who aspired to pursue careers in these fields, showing them that they could excel in traditionally male-dominated areas.
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