SHAMELESS: I Would Date Fiona Gallagher… and Her Entire Family

If I had to pick one character from movies or TV to date, without a doubt, it would be Fiona Gallagher from Shameless (US). And I’m not just saying this because she’s gorgeous, fiercely independent, or because she could probably outdrink me under the table. No—Fiona is my type in the most fundamental way: she’s chaotic but full of heart, completely devoted to her family, and struggling through life in a way that feels raw and real. And honestly? If you date Fiona, you don’t just date her. You date the whole damn Gallagher household.

And I wouldn’t have it any other way.

A Date with Fiona Means a Date with Chaos

Fiona is the glue that holds the Gallagher family together. She’s been playing the role of a mother since she was a teenager, raising her siblings while trying to carve out some kind of life for herself. And that struggle? That’s exactly what makes her so captivating. She’s been knocked down more times than I can count, but she always gets back up. Sure, she makes bad decisions—sometimes really bad decisions—but she makes them because she wants something better. And that ambition, that unwillingness to give up, is something I admire.

I think part of why I’d be drawn to her is that I see myself in Jimmy/Steve/Jack (seriously, the man has too many names). He was completely fascinated by Fiona, not just because she’s beautiful, but because she’s magnetic. She has that pull—the kind that makes you want to dive into her world, no matter how messy it is. And oh boy, it’s a mess. But I’d be all in.

Dating Fiona? Sign Me Up for the Full Gallagher Experience

Let’s be real: if you date Fiona, you’re dating all the Gallaghers. And honestly, that’s part of the appeal.

Lip? The smartest guy in the room, but also the kind of person who doesn’t even have to try to be charming—he just is. His confidence, mixed with his ability to read people, makes him ridiculously successful with women.

Ian? He’s got a heart of gold, and watching him navigate his own journey has been one of the most emotional aspects of Shameless.

Debbie? She is awesome. As a little kid, she was both adorable and incredibly sharp. She had this natural emotional intelligence that made her stand out, always stepping in to take care of the people she loved. Sure, as she got older, she made some bad choices, but even then, she never lost her authenticity. Debbie is 100% herself, always.

Carl? Absolute chaos. But honestly, I’d get a kick out of whatever wild scheme he’s running at the moment.

Liam? Too pure for the world. He deserves all the best things in life.

And then, of course, there’s Frank.

I know most people would run in the opposite direction. But come on, if you’re dating Fiona, you have to have a drink with Frank Gallagher at least once. I wouldn’t try to send him off to Canada like Jimmy/Steve/Jack did. In fact, I think I’d probably enjoy Frank’s drunken ramblings, as long as I could keep my wallet (and my dignity) intact.

Shameless—A Love Letter to the “Real” USA

One of the reasons Shameless resonates so deeply with me is that it’s a brutally honest portrayal of life in America. It doesn’t romanticize poverty or sugarcoat the struggles of working-class families. Instead, it throws you right into the chaos—the evictions, the scams, the hustle, the heartbreak. But it also gives you love, humor, and resilience.

This is the real USA. Not the polished, aspirational version seen in sitcoms, but the messy, raw, and deeply human experience of people just trying to get by. And that’s why I love it. That’s why I’d date Fiona Gallagher. Because dating her wouldn’t just mean getting lost in her fiery personality or her striking determination—it would mean becoming a part of something bigger. It would mean understanding the struggle, embracing the madness, and loving the people who make life worth it.

And honestly? I’d be all in.