The Fappening, also known as Celebgate, refers to a series of massive iCloud security breaches in 2014 that resulted in the unauthorized release of private celebrity photos. Originally surfacing on 4chan and Reddit, the event became one of the most significant moments in internet history, fundamentally changing the global conversation regarding digital privacy, cybersecurity, and the ethics of social media consumption. While the event itself was a criminal act, the name 'The Fappening' has persisted in meme culture as a descriptor for major data leaks or massive, unexpected internet scandals. Today, it is often referenced in discussions about online safety and the permanent nature of digital footprints.