When it comes to iconic films, few can rival the charm of the 1999 classic 10 Things I Hate About You. This beloved rom-com introduced us to a stellar cast, including Heath Ledger, Julia Stiles, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Gabriella Lane. The film is filled with memorable moments, like Ledger’s unforgettable rendition of “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” while dancing through the bleachers as the school band performed on the field. It also gifted us with quotes that still resonate today, such as, “I know you can be overwhelmed, and you can be underwhelmed, but can you ever just be whelmed?”
Recently, Lane took to TikTok to recreate one of these iconic lines with her 13-year-old stepdaughter, Ava Reed. In the delightful video, Lane kicks things off by saying, “Tell us you’ve seen 10 Things I Hate About You without telling us you’ve seen it.”
Ava steps into the shoes of Chastity Church, originally portrayed by her mom, while Lane takes on the role of Bianca Stratford, played by Larisa Oleynik. “I know you can be overwhelmed, and you can be underwhelmed, but can you ever just be whelmed?” Ava, as Chastity, inquires. “I think you can in Europe,” Lane replies. “Right…” Ava concludes, wrapping up the cute reenactment.
Lane and her husband, Dwyane Reed, are proud parents of four children, including Ava; Mia, 2; Zane, 19; and Xavier, 7. Ava came out as transgender last year, and Lane and Reed have been her unwavering supporters. “It’s beautiful to see children who are truly free,” Lane shared. “We have another daughter who is 13 and has the freedom to be her authentic self. She doesn’t seek permission to exist, which is incredibly inspiring.”
This isn’t Lane’s first nostalgic trip down memory lane. Just last week, she shared another classic line from her other teen film, Bring It On. In a similar TikTok video, she began with, “Tell me you’ve watched Bring It On without telling me you’ve watched it. I’ll go first.” She then flawlessly delivered the line, “Brr, it’s cold in here. There must be some Toros in the atmosphere? I know you didn’t think a white girl made that up?” Fans of the film will note that the original line didn’t include the word “didn’t,” but Lane added it for fun.
As 10 Things I Hate About You approaches its 22nd anniversary this month, it’s hard to believe how time flies. We can think of no better way to celebrate than by rewatching this classic for the umpteenth time this weekend—followed by Bring It On, of course.
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Summary: Gabriella Lane and her stepdaughter Ava Reed brought back the nostalgia of 10 Things I Hate About You in a fun TikTok video, recreating one of the film’s most memorable lines. The pair’s playful exchange highlights their close bond and the influence of the classic movie, which celebrates its 22nd anniversary this month. Lane’s support for her stepdaughter, who recently came out as transgender, showcases their family’s commitment to authenticity and freedom of expression.