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Zooey Deschanel in <em>New Girl</em>
NOW: As Jess, the show's titular character, Deschanel pulls the "cute" card to downplay some of her awkwardness. Everything about Jess fits Deschanel to a T, though, whether it's her quirky way of dressing (I see your hipster glasses, and I raise you a tiny hat!) or attempts to keep a positive attitude at all times. Jess was cheated on in the pilot, which prompted her to move in with three strangers who are now better friends than she’s ever had.