The 'Naked Man Riding a Shark' meme originated from a viral photograph that surfaced around 2017, depicting an unidentified man lying naked atop a large, deceased shark on what appears to be a fishing boat. The image quickly became a subject of intense internet scrutiny and amusement due to its sheer absurdity and the bizarre nature of the pose. While the identity of the man remains a topic of speculation—often jokingly linked to various coaches or Florida residents—the template has evolved into a versatile way to represent 'riding out' a chaotic situation or displaying total disregard for normalcy. It is frequently used in 'Florida Man' style jokes or to personify extreme, unearned confidence in the face of absolute disaster.