The John Oliver meme surged in popularity during the June 2023 Reddit protests, when several major subreddits, including r/pics and r/aww, voted to only allow images of the dapper comedian in a show of defiance against API changes. Beyond the protest, John Oliver memes typically utilize his expressive facial reactions and self-deprecating humor from his show, 'Last Week Tonight.' They are often used to deliver satirical truths, highlight absurdity in current events, or simply to celebrate his 'sexy' persona as a form of internet irony. The template remains a versatile tool for social commentary, community-driven humor, and highlighting the ridiculousness of modern media.