The 'Notorious R.B.G.' phenomenon began in 2013 when NYU law student Shana Knizhnik created a Tumblr blog of the same name following Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's fiery dissent in Shelby County v. Holder. Borrowing the moniker from rapper The Notorious B.I.G., the meme transformed the soft-spoken Supreme Court Justice into a pop-culture icon of resistance and judicial strength. It typically features Ginsburg wearing a tilted crown, symbolizing her queen-like status in the legal world and her unwavering commitment to civil rights. Today, the meme is widely used to express dissent, celebrate gender equality, and honor Ginsburg's long-lasting impact on American law and culture.