Is Mother Gothel Actually Meg From “Hercules”? The Viral Theory Explained
Have you ever considered the connection between Mother Gothel from “Tangled” and Meg from “Hercules”? A TikTok video proposing the theory that the two characters are linked has garnered over three million likes and more than 10,000 comments from Disney fans. But that’s not all! Another TikTok video, with over seven million views, puts forth the idea that Meg and Rapunzel’s captor share a strong connection too.
The Theory: A Thousand-Year Gap and Immortalizing Magic
The theory suggests that despite the thousands of years that separate the ancient Greek tale of Hercules and the medieval story of Rapunzel, there is a logical through-line between the two. This gap is bridged through the notion that the golden magical flower granted Mother Gothel (or should we say… Meg?) immortality over the centuries.
Geographical Parallels and Shades of Gray
The theory goes on to point out the striking similarity in the geographical features of the locations where key events take place in both stories. It also delves into the possibility of Meg’s transformation from a morally gray character in “Hercules” into the wicked captor she becomes in “Tangled.”
According to the theory, if Hercules were to die first after giving up his immortality, Meg would go to great lengths to seek out the spot where he first arrived on Earth. There, she would discover the magical flower and sing her enchanting song, which includes lines like “Make the clock reverse” and “bring back what once was mine.” This song also references the capital “F” Fates, who play a pivotal role in “Hercules.” The theorist skillfully draws parallels between Rapunzel’s sacrifice for Flynn and Meg’s own self-sacrifice in “Hercules,” connecting the two characters in a way that few have considered before.
So, next time you watch these classic Disney films, keep an eye out for the subtle clues that may just tie the two together in ways we never imagined.