Things I Hate: Laurie Neustadt (Superstore)

Jennifer Irwin as Laurie Neustadt Superstore TV Series NBC Peacock

Laurie Neustadt is one of the most unlikeable characters on NBC’s Superstore. She was clearly written that way, and I hope her actress, Jennifer Irwin, isn’t actually a biatch in real life.

Laurie Neustadt being annoyed by Glenn Sturgis Superstore TV Series NBC Peacock Jennifer Irwin Mark McKinney

She’s the first person to take over as district manager after Jeff resigns from the company. She’s mostly no-nonsense and definitely wants to make a name for herself with her higher-ups.

Laurie Neustadt meets Amy Sosa at Cloud 9 cafeteria Superstore TV Series NBC Peacock Jennifer Irwin America Ferrera

I think most viewers, like myself, really started to hate her when she began treating Amy like garbage—especially when Amy was trying to become the store manager and needed Laurie’s approval.

Golf trip Laurie Neustadt Superstore TV Series NBC Peacock Jennifer Irwin

Amy even follows her to a golf course to fake an “accidental” run-in, hoping to smooth things over.

Laurie Neustadt hit by Amy's golf cart while Jonah watches in horror Superstore TV Series NBC Peacock Jennifer Irwin America Ferrera Ben Feldman

Instead, she accidentally runs her over with a golf cart. But thanks to finding out about Laurie’s addiction to a certain white powder, Amy gets promoted to store manager. And while Laurie still hates her, she’s eventually let go from the company after indulging in those bad habits at a Cloud 9 corporate retreat.

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