Mad Men is by and far one of the most interesting modern television series, with its unique perspectives on American culture during the 1960s, and a menagerie of fantastically written, interesting characters that pull audiences into their world.
With such a variety of intriguing, likable, and deep characters, from the charming creative genius Don Draper to the driven young Peggy Olson, there truly is someone for everyone watching to relate to. Now, you can see which of these characters you would relate to most based on your Chinese Zodiac signs. Spoilers ahead.
Rat: Pete Campbell
Well, someone has to be labeled the Rat. Sociable, alert, quick-witted, but often selfish, the young s man manipulating his way through business dealings and personal relationships is a clear rat. But this is not to say he's all bad.
Pete Campbell is a charmer. While struggling at the beginning of the series, he quickly finds his footing as a well-mannered, sociable businessman. He finds his niche with clients and coworkers and helps his family through many crises.
Ox: Bert Cooper
The wise, eccentric co-founder of Sterling Cooper is a clear Ox, being the relentless drive and intelligence that guides Sterling Cooper and knowing when to pick his battles.
Upon learning of Don Draper's secretive past, he simply responds "Who cares?" It's only when he is at his wits' end with Don later that he turns the tables and uses this information to force Don to do his bidding. This patience and wisdom shows that Bert Cooper is an Ox.
Tiger: Don Draper
Leaving a meeting, Roger once told Don, "I'll buy you a drink if you wipe the blood from your mouth." While metaphorical, No one wants to mess with Don, as his business dealings and creative genius speak volumes about him, his presence demanding respect and attention.
While it's mostly a facade for the deeply broken man inside, there's no doubt a Tiger sits inside Don Draper, constantly waiting for the moment to pounce on an unsuspecting client, uncooperative copywriter, or potential love interest.
Rabbit: Lane Pryce
Lane Pryce, the fan-favorite with a tragic ending, was known for being modest, sensitive, and one of the few wholly sympathetic characters on the show. He took a "work smart, not hard" approach to his business, and despite often butting heads with his American coworkers, this English financial officer managed to be likable in every way to audiences.
His gentle personality is one that anyone under the Rabbit sign can deeply relate to and this made his demise all the more heartbreaking.
Dragon: Peggy Olson
She's bright, smart, and over the course of the series, we see her turn into a confident, hardworking woman in the 1960s advertising world boys' club. Peggy Olson fights for what is right, changing both herself and the people around her for the better.
When anyone dismisses her based on gender, she time and again proves them wrong with her creative wit and fierce intelligence. Without a shadow of a doubt, Peggy Olson is the agency's Dragon.
Snake: Roger Sterling
This one doesn't need much explaining. While wise, charming, and very observant, Roger finds himself jealous of just about everyone who has something he doesn't, and he steers and manipulates the people around him to do his bidding.
He bribes Harry to switch offices, pursues Joan despite her marriage, and fails to communicate to his cohorts the loss of the titanic , Lucky Strike. To the detriment of those around him, Roger Sterling puts himself first, making him a clear Snake.
Horse: Betty Draper
It's almost as if her equestrian interests were symbolic. Betty Draper, Don's first wife (second, if counting Anna) and mother to his children is a kind, loyal, and fiercely observant person, not to mention a fashion icon.
She follows the clues to Don's infidelity and true identity, but throughout the situation, she never puts herself above the good of her children. Anyone under the Horse sign can definitely relate to Betty and her drive.
Goat: Harry Crane
The agency's Head of Television is one of the more meek characters in the ad world. While not undriven, he's regularly the butt of jokes due to his awkward demeanor.
He finds himself in the middle of coworker's problems, politely offering solutions, or sarcastically complaining.
Monkey: Megan Draper
The lovely Megan Calvet, whom Don charmed into a quick marriage during a "family" vacation, is a dead ringer for anyone under the Monkey sign. She's young, quick-witted, and driven to pursue her acting ions. Some see her as selfish and jealous, but she does everything to make her problematic marriage with Don work.
Megan deserved better than Don, and in the end, she knew it. These traits make Megan a shoo-in as the Monkey idol in Mad Men.
Rooster: Sally Draper
Sally Draper had a rollercoaster relationship with her parents, with periods of either despising or iring either Betty or Don at any given point. But this is not without reason. She sees an unfaithful, dishonest father, and a mother unwilling to throw him under the bus.
This forces Sally to grow up much quicker than is likely comfortable for her, from a bright child, into a mature young woman. These are traits any Rooster will be able to relate to.