The Matthew Burdette's Death meme is rooted in a tragic news story from 2014 involving a high school student whose private video was leaked, leading to severe bullying. Years later, internet subcultures—particularly on platforms like TikTok and Discord—began using his image in a series of ironic and dark humor posts. Often paired with the 'Blud' slang, the meme typically satirizes situations where someone is acting out of place or trying too hard to fit in. While controversial due to its sensitive origins, it has become a staple in niche internet circles used to highlight awkward or 'main character' energy in social media interactions.