The 'Live Tucker Reaction' meme originates from various screenshots and clips of former Fox News host Tucker Carlson looking intently or confusedly into the camera during segments. It gained massive traction on platforms like Twitter and Reddit around 2021 as a versatile reaction image used to signal disbelief, judgment, or an intentional lack of emotional response to a preceding post or video. The 'Live' graphic gives it a sense of urgency, while Tucker's signature furrowed brow makes it the go-to template for responding to nonsensical 'discourse' or absurd internet events. It is often paired with ironic or high-concept jokes where a deadpan expression is the funniest possible reply to shocking or bizarre news.