The #RIPReese meme format gained traction on social media platforms like X and TikTok as a versatile way to jokingly mourn public figures or participate in the 'You would have loved' trend. Originally associated with viral reactions involving WNBA star Angel Reese, the template has evolved into a standardized memorial aesthetic used for both sincere tributes and ironic commentary on pop culture. It typically features a central portrait surrounded by heavenly or commemorative graphics, allowing users to project how a person would have reacted to specific modern events or niche internet subcultures.