David Beckham is a global icon - an all-time soccer great, fodder for celebrity gossip and now, an inspiration for one really expensive makeover.
Jack Johnson is not a global icon. But after a $26,000 investment, the 19-year-old says he feels better about himself having undergone a major physical overhaul to look more like his Beckham, his idol. The series of what he says are still ongoing procedures include having his cheeks filled and getting “tan injections.”
Plenty of people are mocking Johnson while others are saying he obviously suffers from serious body image issues and that this is no laughing matter. After all, Johnson freely admitted he’s gone into financial debt pursuing his dream and says he wants to spend thousands more before he’s done. But he also claims he’s not living in denial, responding to one snarky British TV host who pointed out the obvious differences in their physical appearance and athletic tone:
“Obviously I know I don’t look like him, I’m not that stupid,” Johnson said. “But I have a long way to go to get to my goal of looking like him. Easily another 30 grand. It will cost money and operations to look like him. Obviously I’m not slim, like him or have the six pack but I do want a gastric band.”
What do you think? Is this a sad tale of someone’s body perception being warped by unrealistic expectations created through celebrity-driven media? Or, does Johnson have a right to pursue whatever image he likes?
As to that gastric band, Johnson said he’s been exercising and dieting but feels he needs the surgical help to make a significant change to his body, “And when I have that done I have to still exercise and eat healthy,” he said, adding that he feels “amazing about myself” and is in “the best place ever” since launching his transformation.
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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.