Hank the Tank became an internet sensation in early 2022 after news broke of a massive, 500-pound black bear that had successfully broken into dozens of homes in South Lake Tahoe, California. Unlike typical bears that avoid humans, Hank was known for his sheer size and his preference for human food, earning him the nickname 'Hank the Tank.' The meme typically celebrates his status as an 'absolute unit,' representing unstoppable determination, a love for snacking, or simply the chaos of being a very large creature in a human world. It resonates with audiences who find humor in his brazen defiance of home security systems in the pursuit of pizza and pantry snacks.