The 'Mini Keanu Reeves' meme, also known as 'Short Keanu,' originated from Keanu Reeves' legendary appearance at the E3 2019 conference to promote Cyberpunk 2077. Fans took a still image of the actor standing on stage and used Photoshop to shrink his height while maintaining his proportions, resulting in a hilariously stout and adorable version of the star. It quickly became a viral sensation on Reddit and Twitter, often paired with the 'Mom said it's my turn on the Xbox' caption to depict a childlike yet determined energy. The meme is widely used to represent situations where someone feels small, awkward, or oddly confident despite their stature, making it a staple of gaming and 'short king' culture.