The 'He Was The Best Guy Around' meme stems from a viral 2010 news report featuring a woman reacting hysterically to the arrest of a loved one. Her high-pitched, emotional defense—specifically the line 'He was the best guy around!'—contrasted sharply with the serious nature of the crimes being discussed. The clip resurfaced on platforms like TikTok and Vine, becoming a staple for ironic commentary. It is widely used to jokingly defend fictional villains, toxic characters in media, or even personal bad habits, highlighting the absurdity of ignoring obvious red flags in favor of blind loyalty.