Side Characters Who Stole the Show from the Lead

Sex and the City (1998) revolved around Carrie Bradshaw, a columnist exploring love and life in New York City. Sarah Jessica Parker’s Carrie provided the narrative voice and was meant to anchor the glamorous tales of four friends.

Yet Kim Cattrall’s Samantha Jones quickly became the show’s firecracker. Openly sexual, unapologetically bold, and fiercely independent, Samantha pushed boundaries in ways Carrie never did. Her storylines — from outrageous flings to heartfelt explorations of aging and illness — made her unforgettable. Many fans considered Samantha the true star of the series.