Gavin Thomas, famously known simply as Gavin, became an internet sensation through Vine videos posted by his uncle, Nick Mastodon. His incredibly expressive and relatable facial expressions—ranging from pure confusion to a flat, unimpressed stare—turned him into a universal reaction image. Gavin's fame transcended Western social media, even becoming a massive celebrity in China where he is known as 'Fake Smile Boy.' The meme is primarily used to represent feelings of awkwardness, internal screaming, or being completely over a situation without saying a word. It remains one of the most enduring 'reaction' templates in meme history due to its genuine and high-quality emotional range.