Pop Culture
The Origins of Famous Memes
Did you know that the popular “Distracted Boyfriend” meme originated from a stock photo taken by Spanish photographer Antonio Guillem?
The image, titled “Disloyal Man Walking With His Girlfriend and Looking Amazed at Another Seductive Girl,” was first uploaded to a stock photo website in 2015.
It captures a scene where a man is caught admiring another woman while his girlfriend looks on in disapproval.
This relatable visual sparked a meme format that humorously illustrates themes of temptation and fickle attention.
By 2017, the photo went viral on social media, with countless variations and captions applied to comment on everything from pop culture to political events.
Its widespread adaptability demonstrates the unpredictable journey from a simple stock photo to a global internet sensation.
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