Pop culture fans are losing their minds over a newly rediscovered Easter egg from the hit comedy series New Girl. The show, which starred Zooey Deschanel as the quirky Jess Day, was known for its quick wit and endless pop culture nods, but a subtle reference to Megan Fox’s horror-comedy Jennifer’s Body has officially taken over social media.
Fox famously joined the loft crew in season as Reagan, a gorgeous and no-nonsense pharmaceutical sales representative who rented out Jess’s room while she was away on jury duty. While Reagan quickly shook up the dynamics in the loft and caught the eye of Nick Miller, played by Jake Johnson, it was a quiet interaction with Jess that is currently trending online.
The “Deal with the Devil” Moment
The viral conversation started on TikTok and X as fans began clipping and sharing the hilarious interaction between Jess and Reagan. In the episode, a stunned Jess asks Reagan how she managed to look so absolutely flawless after surviving a incredibly long flight.
Without missing a beat, Reagan jokingly replies that she “made a deal with the devil” to maintain her stunning looks.
While on the surface it just seemed like a typical witty Reagan quip, die-hard Megan Fox fans immediately connected the dots to her iconic cult-classic film, Jennifer’s Body.
How the Reference Connects to Jennifer’s Body
For those who need a quick refresher, the Karyn Kusama-directed horror film features Fox as Jennifer, a high school cheerleader who is sacrificed to Satan by an indie rock band looking for fame and fortune.
Because she was not actually a virgin at the time of the ritual, the “deal with the devil” goes horribly wrong. Jennifer becomes possessed by a demon, requiring her to feed on her male classmates to maintain her health and supernatural beauty.
“I have watched New Girl five times and never realized Reagan was literally describing the plot of Jennifer’s Body,” one amazed fan wrote on X.
Another TikTok user posted a video breaking down the scene, which quickly racked up thousands of likes. “The writers of New Girl were absolute geniuses for this,” the caption read. “They really let Megan Fox joke about her most famous demonic role!”
Reagan’s Lasting Legacy in the Loft
Though Jess eventually returned to the loft, Fox’s character Reagan remained a beloved part of the show through season . She and Jess developed a fun, supportive friendship, even as Reagan navigated her complicated romance with Nick.
Eventually, Reagan moved on, paving the way for Nick and Jess to finally get back together for good.
Still, Megan Fox’s guest stint remains one of the most celebrated surprises in the show’s seven-season run. Discoveries like this “deal with the devil” joke prove that even years after the finale, the loft roommates are still finding ways to keep fans completely entertained.
