DJ Pauly D, born Paul DelVecchio, became an internet icon following his breakout role on the MTV reality series Jersey Shore in 2009. Known for his GTL lifestyle, impenetrable blowout hairstyle, and catchphrases like 'Yeah Buddy!' and 'Cabs are here!', his energetic persona naturally lent itself to meme culture. The memes often focus on his relentless positivity, his career as a professional DJ, or his self-proclaimed status as a 'Prank War Champion.' Over the years, Pauly D has remained a staple of pop culture memes, symbolizing 2010s nostalgia and the vibrant aesthetic of the Jersey Shore.