What Would Samantha Carter Do? The Iconic Meme That Has Fans Talking

Mia Nightshade

Updated Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

The internet loves a good meme, and the latest one featuring Samantha Carter from Stargate SG-1 has fans buzzing with nostalgia and admiration. The image captures Amanda Tapping in her iconic role as Samantha Carter, donning a military-style uniform complete with a green cap and jacket. With her short blonde hair and a neutral expression, Carter looks every bit the capable and composed officer we've come to adore.

The meme text humorously reads: "YOU KNOW, YOU BLOW UP ONE SUN AND SUDDENLY... EVERYONE EXPECTS YOU TO WALK ON WATER." This clever quip is a nod to one of Carter's most memorable feats in the series, showcasing her unparalleled competence and the high expectations placed upon her.

Fans of Stargate SG-1 have taken to social media to share their thoughts. One user commented, "I always like how, in SG1 - even before their will-they-won't-they became a plot element - O'Neill recognized that Carter was probably the most important member of the team." This sentiment echoes the widespread respect for Carter's character, who often served as the team's intellectual backbone.

Another fan humorously added, "Rodney McKay blew up a solar system as well. How hard can it be?" referencing another beloved character from the Stargate universe. Meanwhile, Amanda Tapping's appeal extends beyond her character, with one admirer noting, "Apropos of nothing, Amanda Tapping is super attractive," and another sharing, "This woman helped turn me gay. And made me obsessed with PS90s."

Amanda Tapping's contributions go beyond acting. She has also made a name for herself as a director, with one fan pointing out, "Amanda Tapping isn't just a properly fun actor, she's a damn solid director too. So many SyFy show episodes have been directed by her."

For those interested in crossovers, there's even a delightful fan fiction merging Stargate SG-1 with the Dresden Files, which can be found on SpaceBattles. Another fan shared their admiration, saying, "I have like, ten crushes on this gorgeous, competent woman. She's top woman in Sanctuary, and has a hot British accent."

Samantha Carter's legacy continues to inspire and entertain, with fans rewatching the series and reminiscing about their favorite episodes. One fan aptly summarized their feelings, "I'm in the middle of a rewatch and Carter is indeed all that and a bag of chips."

The meme and the ensuing discussions highlight not only the enduring appeal of Samantha Carter but also the impact of Amanda Tapping's portrayal. Whether solving intergalactic crises or directing compelling episodes, Tapping and her character remain iconic in the sci-fi community.

For anyone who wants to revisit the adventures of Samantha Carter or explore Amanda Tapping's other works, there's no better time than now. As one fan put it, "The first time I heard her accent, it threw me so much," a testament to the multifaceted talent of this remarkable actress and director.

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PhloydPhan

I always like how, in SG1 - even before their will-they-won't-they became a plot element - O'Neill recognized that Carter was probably the most important member of the team.

ElecTech

Rodney McKay blew up a solar system as well. How hard can it be?

deaconshadow

Apropos of nothing, Amanda Tapping his super attractive.

DrYuaTakeda

This woman helped turn me gay. And made me obsessed with PS90s

itmightnotbeme

When she takes over on Atlantis, the table behind her desk has photos of O'Neill, Daniel, Teal'c, her father and possibly her mother and Cassandra.

graehall

Amanda Tapping isn't just a properly fun actor, she's a damn solid director too. So many SyFy show episodes have been directed by her

EleganceIsDead

I was a totes Gen-X kid. ALL the SciFi s***, both a Trek and Wars fan, SG-1 (whole Universe, except the short 1 season one), Eureka, Babylon, Farscape, Firefly, Warehouse 13, ALL of it. There were a few Firefly type SciFi series that only got like 1 maybe 2 seasons, that could have been awesome, but died. Yeah, I'm a Gen-X nerd. I mean let's not forget the childhood babysit... eerr classics, like Twilight Zone, Bewitched, I Dream of Genie, Taxi, Barney Miller, MASH (BEST tv series EVER <- hill>>

whywritemythesiswhenihaveinternet

For anyone interested, a delightful crossover between SG-1 and the Dresden Files: https://forums.spacebattles.com/threads/dresden-files-sg-1-endless-pantheon-gods-eye.232344/

LewisLamps

I have like, ten crushes on this gorgeous, competent woman. She's top woman in Sanctuary, and has a hot British accent. I'm such a fool, lol.

SubterraneanHomesicAlien

I always found it funny how Carter and McKay are like married in every other alternate universe but ours lol

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