If you’ve spent even five minutes scrolling through a Virgin River fan forum or diving into the chaos of Twitter (sorry, X), you’ve probably seen the same two names dominating the “most annoying” list —

Charmaine Roberts and Hope McCrea. Both women have sparked countless memes, debates, and rants, from Charmaine’s endless drama to Hope’s meddling ways. But lately,

something surprising has happened in the Virgin River fandom: fans have found new targets for their collective frustration.

Yes, you heard that right — as much as Charmaine’s mood swings or Hope’s bossiness can drive viewers up the wall, there are other characters who have managed to irritate fans even more. Whether it’s bad decisions, repetitive storylines, or just plain frustrating behavior, these five names have officially dethroned the usual suspects in Virgin River’s “most hated” club.

So, who are the true offenders? Let’s dig into the top five characters that make fans hit pause, roll their eyes, or yell at the TV — and why they’ve become the lightning rods of fan outrage.

1. Brie Sheridan – The Queen of Drama
When Brie Sheridan first arrived in Virgin River, she was supposed to be a breath of fresh air — strong, confident, and ready to shake things up. Instead, many fans now see her as the embodiment of unnecessary drama.

Why fans can’t stand her:
Brie’s impulsive decisions often leave a trail of chaos behind her. Her romantic entanglements have been criticized for feeling overly melodramatic, with some saying her storylines belong more in a daytime soap than in the gentle, emotional world of Virgin River. Viewers have also expressed frustration that her trauma arcs, while important, sometimes feel underdeveloped or exploited rather than sensitively portrayed.

Despite actress Zibby Allen’s strong performance, Brie’s character frequently feels “out of sync” with the show’s cozy, small-town rhythm. Fans appreciate her moments of vulnerability but wish the writers would give her more depth instead of constant turmoil.

In short, Brie isn’t hated because she’s bad — she’s hated because she could be so much better.

2. Dan Brady – The Bad Boy Who Won’t Grow Up
Ah, Dan Brady — the perpetual “bad boy with a good heart” who somehow keeps tripping over his own redemption arc. Once seen as a misunderstood rebel, Brady has tested even his most loyal defenders with his inability to learn from his mistakes.

Why fans can’t stand him:
Brady’s character seems trapped in a frustrating loop: he wants to be better, but his choices repeatedly drag him back into trouble. One episode he’s redeemable, the next he’s reckless again. His moral compass appears to shift depending on the plot, leaving viewers unsure whether they should root for him or give up entirely.

Many fans argue that Brady’s storyline feels repetitive and stagnant. Without real character growth, his “bad boy charm” has lost its spark — and the audience is ready for him to either turn things around or face the consequences.