Riverdale: 10 Characters Who Deserve More Love
2. Josie McCoy
The voice of lead singer Josie is never silenced by naysayers. Though she seeks approval from her kin, she still trusts her own instincts and makes her own decisions to propel the Pussycats to stardom.
Josie inherited the leadership qualities of her mayor mother and the showmanship of her artist father. As the offspring of successful parents, Josie sets her standards high. She humors amateurs like Archie but her desires go beyond school performances.
Her path's not easy since father Myles doubts her abilities and appeal. Mayor McCoy insists her daughter is irreplaceable but Myles dismisses Josie's tunes as unattractive pop music. Josie perseveres and performs in various venues without ever hearing a favorable comment from Myles. When Myles exits in silence after her variety show performance, Josie's ambition doesn't leave the building with him.
In her quest to be a landmark singer, Josie's well aware of the ugly nature of show business. She's sophisticated and smart, pointing out the pitfalls to novice Archie during his short stint with the Pussycats. Josie realizes her ethnicity and small town upbringing might be hindrances to her aspirations but she's prepared for the challenges.
Her drive to reach her destiny deserves a standing ovation that's loud enough to drown out her critics.