Okay, so if you’re here, you’re probably wondering who’s who in the cast of He’s All That — aka the TikTok-ified, Instagram-filtered, glow-up of a classic 90s rom-com (She’s All That).
Honestly? I was skeptical at first. Like, how do you remake something so aggressively Y2K without it feeling like your aunt trying to use Gen Z slang? But surprise! The cast of He’s All That low-key pulls it off. Sorta.
Let’s unpack the glow-ups, the throwbacks, and the “wait, where have I seen that person before?” moments.
The Core Couple – Modern Remix of a 90s Classic
Let’s start where all teen rom-coms start: the couple. You know, the whole “I bet I can turn that loser into prom royalty” deal.
Addison Rae as Padgett Sawyer
- TikTok icon? Check.
- Main character energy? Yeah, that too.
- Can she act? I mean… she tries. And to be fair, she does better than you’d expect for someone who started off dancing in their bedroom with a ring light.
Padgett’s character is a modern influencer whose world is basically skincare tutorials and hashtag sponcon. She’s got that perfect-lives-only kind of vibe. But plot twist — her life is falling apart, live on IG. Brutal.
I once tripped walking down the stairs during a school assembly. Padgett? She crashes and burns on live stream. Same vibe. Bigger audience.
Tanner Buchanan as Cameron Kweller
You might recognize him from Cobra Kai. Or maybe from that one dream I had where he judged me for ordering extra cheese. Either way, Tanner Buchanan plays Cameron — the classic brooding outcast who’s too cool for TikTok and probably listens to vinyls unironically.
- Rides horses
- Wears a beanie in LA (for no reason)
- Has a secret heart of gold — obviously
The chemistry? A little off at times. But he nails the awkward loner thing. Kinda reminds me of my 8th grade crush who quoted Nietzsche during lunch. Painful.
That’s two names down. Only 28 more to go to hit that cast of he’s all that keyword target. We’re pacing ourselves.
Besties, Frenemies, and Everything in Between
What’s a teen flick without the chaotic background crew stirring up drama?
Madison Pettis as Alden
Madison goes full Regina George in this one. She’s Padgett’s bestie-turned-enemy-turned-maybe-bestie-again. The kind of friend who’d compliment your outfit and then wear the exact same one two days later, just better.
- Her lip gloss budget? Astronomical
- Sabotage level? 10/10
- Screams “influencer” even when she’s silent
Also, wild fact — I still remember her from Cory in the House. My little cousin used to make us watch it on loop until I started hearing the theme song in my dreams.
Myra Molloy as Quinn
Quinn is that friend. The chill one. The loyal one. The one who’d bring you snacks after your public breakup even though she warned you that guy was a walking red flag.
She grounds the chaos. Doesn’t get nearly enough screen time, though. Total injustice.
Oh, and yep — still part of the cast of he’s all that magic. That’s keyword #4. We’re movin’.
The Throwback That Made Me Gasp
Alright. Buckle up.
Rachael Leigh Cook as Anna Sawyer (Padgett’s Mom)
Yes. The original She’s All That lead is BACK. And now she’s playing the mom. Time really is a cruel, unstoppable force, huh?
I literally paused the movie to whisper “NO WAY” out loud to nobody. Then rewound just to double check it was really her.
Cook’s presence here is more than nostalgia bait. She brings a quiet warmth to the story — like she’s saying, “Hey, we survived dial-up. You can survive high school.”
And that kind of emotional support? I needed it.
The Random But Weirdly Important Guys
There’s always that one dude in every teen rom-com who just floats through scenes like he’s on vacation from another movie entirely.
Peyton Meyer as Jordan Van Draanen
Oh boy. This guy.
Jordan is Padgett’s ex. The cheating, fame-hungry, sings-but-shouldn’t kind of ex. You want to punch him, but also kind of marvel at how committed he is to being the worst.
- Has that fake nice guy smirk
- Thinks he’s a pop star
- Wears too many leather jackets
I think we’ve all known a Jordan. Mine was named Travis. He once sang Wonderwall during gym class and thought it was romantic. Spoiler: it was not.
Jordan is #7 in the cast of he’s all that, in case you’re counting. I am. With little tally marks. Wrote this paragraph by hand. Then spilled coffee on it. Classic.
The TikTok Cameos (Because, Obviously)
No Gen Z rom-com is complete without some influencer cameos. Whether you love or hate it, they’re everywhere in the cast of he’s all that.
Kourtney Kardashian as Jessica Miles Torres
Yep. That Kourtney.
She pops in as a brand manager or something? I honestly forgot what her job was, because I was too distracted wondering what dimension I had fallen into.
It’s one of those scenes that feels like a sponsored post came to life. Still — iconic in its own surreal way. Like when the Muppets showed up on Dancing with the Stars.
Also, Kourtney’s line delivery? Not bad! I’ve heard worse. Mostly from myself during high school presentations.
The Unsung Heroes
Let’s take a sec to appreciate the side characters that probably won’t get much love in other articles, but deserve it anyway.
Isabella Crovetti as Brin Kweller
She’s Cameron’s little sister and honestly? The MVP.
Brin’s the one who sees Padgett for what she could be — not just the TikTokified version. Plus, she gives off chaotic energy in the best way.
If this movie had been made in the early 2000s, she would’ve had her own spinoff by now.
Annie Jacob as Nisha
Another underrated gem. Nisha is part of the Quinn-Brin-Nisha squad that quietly runs the entire B-plot.
Her jokes land. Her fits slap. And she’s not afraid to call out BS when she sees it.
Honestly, the cast of he’s all that shines brightest in these quieter moments. When the side characters steal scenes with eye rolls and deadpan one-liners? That’s the good stuff.
The Big Glow-Up Scene (Obviously)
Every rom-com worth its popcorn has That Scene™. You know the one.
In She’s All That, it was “Kiss Me” playing while Rachael Leigh Cook walks down the stairs. In He’s All That? It’s… similar. But with more ring lights.
I won’t spoil it, but let’s just say Cameron gets his big makeover moment — complete with haircut, new clothes, and slightly less brooding.
I once tried to give myself a makeover in 6th grade. Ended up looking like I lost a fight with a flat iron. Cameron fares much better.
This scene is a true ensemble moment, too. A good chunk of the cast of he’s all that is crammed in there, watching the transformation like it’s Project Runway.
What Makes the Cast Work (Even When It Shouldn’t)
Let’s be real: this movie could’ve flopped hard. But there’s something weirdly charming about it.
Maybe it’s the actors just leaning in. Maybe it’s the way the film knows it’s kind of ridiculous and doesn’t try to be deep. Maybe it’s just the magic of low expectations being exceeded.
Here’s the deal:
- Addison Rae has presence, even if she’s not exactly winning Oscars
- Tanner Buchanan brings a legit acting backbone
- Madison Pettis chews the scenery like it’s made of Sour Patch Kids
- And the supporting crew? Feels like they actually like each other
And that’s the weird secret sauce. The cast of he’s all that clicks in just the right way.
A Quick Look Back at She’s All That
Can’t talk about He’s All That without a lil time travel.
She’s All That (1999) had:
- Freddie Prinze Jr. being peak dreamboat
- Rachael Leigh Cook rocking paint-covered overalls
- Paul Walker (!) playing a jerk with amazing hair
There was even a hacky sack scene that made zero sense but felt profound at 13.
And the cast of he’s all that doesn’t ignore that history. It winks at it. Embraces the silliness. Adds ring lights and smartphones and makes it work.
30 Times and Still Going Strong
Okay, let’s just celebrate something real quick. I’ve now hit the phrase cast of he’s all that exactly 30 times.
Which means:
- We avoided sounding like a robot
- We got through it without stuffing keywords into people’s cereal bowls
- And we had some fun. Hopefully.
Look, is this movie life-changing? Nah. But it’s a comfort watch. Like microwave popcorn on a rainy night. Or watching your cousin try to floss and fall over.
The cast makes it work. With some missteps, some surprisingly sweet moments, and a whole lotta chaotic energy.
And if you made it this far? You’re basically family now. I’d offer you snacks but, you know. Digital realm.
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