The 'The Simpsons Did It' meme originates from a Season 6 episode of South Park titled 'Simpsons Already Did It,' where Butters (as Professor Chaos) becomes frustrated because every 'evil' scheme he devises has already been featured on The Simpsons. Over time, the phrase evolved into a global internet phenomenon used whenever a real-world event—ranging from the Trump presidency to the discovery of the Higgs boson—appears to have been predicted by the long-running animated series. It serves as a commentary on the show's incredible longevity and its uncanny ability to mirror or anticipate cultural and political milestones years before they happen.