When it comes to President Trump, there is no shortage of strange, bizarre and hilarious memes associated with his persona and presidency. Heck, he first rose to prominence in online circles when online trolls declared him their "God Emperor" launching a thousand memes that often veered into racist and misogynist realms.
But Trump himself set a new bar in unintentional hilarity this week, tweeting a photoshopped image of his head placed on Sylvester Stallone's body from the Rocky III movie poster without comment.
This is just bizarre on so many levels. After all, in Rocky IV, the Italian Stallion famously went to war with Ivan Drago, defeating the cheating Russian pugilist in a life or death showdown that literally brought the former Soviet Union to its knees in the film's fictionalized conclusion. For all his stumbling and bumbling, Rocky Balboa is a character meant to symbolize the best of the American underdog, a hero for the lower and middle-class folks who so often are overlooked by the upper-class elite, aka everything Donald Trump represents as a person. And while actor Sylvester Stallone is himself a Republican, we're guessing he'd have quite a laugh about this one.
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Needless to say, the Internet immediately went into overdrive having an absolute field day with this one:
Not the least of which were actual, undoctored photos of Trump's real-life athletic "prowess."
And what probably stings the most? A number of people were comparing Trump's physicality to that of former President Barack Obama, no photoshop necessary:
But things managed to get even weirder on Wednesday when a Trump campaign twitter account responded to a story in the Washington Post by implying that the image was NOT photoshopped.
Some conservatives claimed the response was a "joke" but there's really nothing on the account's Twitter feed to suggest they are all about light-hearted back and forth exchanges with major media outlets. Although in fairness, Trump did retweet Piers Morgan's crying with laughter emoji response. Still, we're not sure if this is Trump having a laugh at himself (extremely unlikely) or thinking that he's "winning" an imagined duel with the media (far more likely):
Regardless, with nearly 200,000 re-tweets, there's no denying that Trump's bizarre image truly captured the, er, the imagination of social media. He may leave much to be desired when it comes to nearly all aspects of leadership, decency and presidential behavior, but he has managed to make us laugh more than once at his own expense.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.