The 'Sandy Is Dead' meme originates from the Season 3 SpongeBob SquarePants episode titled 'Krabby Land.' In a desperate attempt to entertain children, Mr. Krabs presents a crudely fashioned straw dummy of Sandy Cheeks, prompting a horrified child to scream the now-famous line in total despair. This moment became a viral sensation on platforms like TikTok and Twitter, where users pair the audio or the image with situations involving minor inconveniences or the 'death' of internet trends. It is the go-to template for expressing hyperbolic grief and chaotic overreactions to everyday news.