Top 50 Funniest Videos That BROKE the Internet

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Welcome to WatchMojo, and today were counting down our picks for the most hilarious videos that took the internet by storm.

Theres a case to be made that the most beloved piece of Star Wars related media in the last decade isnt any of the official movies or shows. Instead, its Chewbacca Mom. In this four-minute video, originally posted to Facebook in 2016, Texas woman Candace Payne excitedly shares about a recent purchase from Kohl's. She then reveals her mask of everyone's favorite Wookiee. Absolutely elated by its functions, Payne is cracking up, and so are we. This amazing video led to the masks selling out across multiple retailers and Payne appearing on multiple TV programs.

You might not know this, but jet packs dont just exist in pop culture. However, it might be better if they did, if this video is any indication. In an intro for Fox 5 in San Diego, reporter Matt Johnson throws to John Morris, then-CEO of Jetpack America. Wearing one of his companys hydro-powered jet packs, Morris briefly takes off before plummeting into the water. The anchors in the studio are at an absolute loss for words. It was later explained that the yellow engine key had been knocked off by accident. Morris soon recovered and demonstrated his impressive flight skills. But its this initial blunder that made the greatest impact.

Getting your name out as a new music act can be a painful and humiliating experience, but usually not to this extreme In this video, a German man in swim trunks hypes up his new band, Syskill, before jumping into the nearby pool. Well, we should say jump onto the pool, because the water is frozen. We don't mean to laugh at someone else's pain, but with both the subject and his friends in hysterics, we can't help but join them. This didnt lead to Syskill becoming successful on any real level, but it did give them far more attention than they likely would have received otherwise.

Courtrooms are places for serious business regarding legal matters. But that doesnt mean moments of utter comedy dont occur from time to time. In this clip from prison documentary series Lock Up, a prosecutor reads to the judge, what the defendant, Enrique Cruz, charged with selling illegal substances, said to an undercover officer. The flat recitation of the culinary simile is already everything, but then, his reaction seals the deal. Back back in custody, the man defends his statement further. We don't know how this case ended, but we do know he's guilty...of making us laugh.

Weve all had foot in mouth moments where we say something without thinking and immediately regret it. But most of us are fortunate enough to not have them happen on camera. Reporting for KOAT-TV in Albuquerque, New Mexico, anchor Cynthia Izaguirre teased an interview with Erik Weihenmayer, who, in 2001, became the first blind person to summit Mount Everest. Unfortunately, she used a decidedly different word to describe him. She immediately corrects herself, but the utter confidence with how she said the misdelivered line made it a classic of the early days of YouTube. A decade later, Izaguirre met and apologized to Weihenmayer, explaining that gay was in the head following a prior story.

The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting lockdowns led to a surge in the use of video-conferencing software like Zoom for work across numerous industries. It also gave us this unforgettable moment. During a virtual civil forfeiture hearing, Texas attorney Rod Ponton didn't look like himself. In fact, he looked like a cat, due to a Zoom filter that was unintentionally turned on. The filter, mixed with Pontons insistence that hes not a cat, made for a joyous moment for many during a very difficult time. Ponton later claimed the technical mishap on the fact that he was using his secretarys computer.

Theres getting tongue-tied, and then theres this. In 1999, kindergartener Joe Cirkiels class participated in Goodnight Moon & Other Sleepytime Tales, a childrens special for HBO. A fan of Disneys Hercules, Cirkiel recited a moving speech given by that films titular hero. Well, he tried to, at least. Theres a massive discrepancy between what Cirkiel is attempting to say and what hes actually saying. And yet he still ends it with a look implying he nailed it. He did end up in the film, albeit as a humorous outtake. Years later, this blooper became an internet hit, and the adult Cirkiel was able to redeem himself by perfectly reciting the speech in full.

For much of the early 2000s, Saturday Night Lives impact on wider culture was waning considerably. That changed in 2005, when new hire Andy Samberg teamed up with veteran cast member Chris Parnell for Digital Short Lazy Sunday. A comedy rap song co-written with Sambergs Lonely Island cohorts, Akiva Schaffer, Jorma Taccone, its a song that sounds hard while focusing on things that are anything but, like The Chronicles of Narnia and cupcakes. After its initial TV airing, "Lazy Sunday" became a viral sensation. And nearly 20 years later, its still as uproarious as it was when we first watched it.

Singing The Star Spangled Banner before sporting events in the U.S. is standard. Singing it like this? Not so much. At the 2018 NBA All-Star Game, Fergie was tasked with performing the national anthem. And she offered an unforgettable rendition, just not in the way she intended. Instead, the pop star delivered a smoky, jazzy version of the tune that left everyone in the arena and watching at home stunned. It was a tonal nightmare, in more than one way. Depending on your POV, Fergies complete lack of any kind of visible doubt could either increase or decrease the amount of secondhand embarrassment you feel while watching.

The footage featured in this video was recorded for National Geographic Wild. Its what was dubbed over it that made it into arguably the most impactful natural documentary of the internet age. Over clips of a remarkably tough mammal known as a honey badger, a narrator known as Randall, breathlessly - and profanely - talks about how much it doesnt care, with the aforementioned video as evidence. This led to the term honey badger becoming synonymous with someone who doesnt care what others think. Can you imagine if every nature documentary was narrated like this?

If youre a millennial of a certain age, you cant hear the number 55 and not think of this. In the pre-YouTube days of the internet, a comedy band called Group X made a song called Schfifty Five, which was a counting lesson that wouldnt be approved for Sesame Street - for numerous reasons. The accompanying Flash animation visuals only amplify the Web 1.0 of it all. Schfifty Five might have not charted or won any Grammys, but that doesnt mean its anything but a classic, one that will hopefully live on for at least another Schfifty Five years.

Heres another classic from the halcyon days of Flash animation, made by Jason Windsor and posted to Albino Blacksheep in 2003. The End of the World is a sobering analysis of what could lead to a nuclear apocalypse. Okay, not really. But it is absolutely uproarious, albeit playfully stereotypical at times, as it breaks down a (hopefully) absurd scenario where global superpowers start launching nukes, resulting in total annihilation. Its The End of the World as we know it, and we still feel fine about watching it again and again.

One of the best things about the internet is how it helps expose people to media they likely wouldnt have been able to see in the past, due to geographic limitations. In 2010, a video of Russian baritone singer Eduard Khil performing in 1976 went viral. This led to newfound fame for the already accomplished vocalist, as well as millions recognizing him as "Mr. Trololo," a moniker he came to embrace. Theres absolutely nothing mean-spirited or ironic about the appreciation of Khil and his performance. Rather, its his gloriously dynamic voice and joyful expression throughout that gives us life. Khil sadly passed away from complications due to a stroke in 2012 at the age of 77. But his legend lives in.

An iconic 80s cartoon and an iconic 90s song were combined to create an iconic 2000s video. In 2005, a Texas-based company called SLACKCiRCUS made a video mixing footage from "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" with a techno-house cover of "What's Up" by 4 Non Blondes. And as it grew in popularity over the years, the more it became impossible to divorce the two from each other. Its both hilarious and a perfect example of how creative recontextualization can bring new life to old works. And our mild apologies for this being stuck in your head for the rest of the day.

Corporations will spend millions of dollars hiring celebrities for commercials that dont have half of the long-term impact as this local ad. Sammy Stephens, owner of the Alabama furniture store Flea Market Montgomery, decided the best way to promote his business was by flexing his rap skills. And he wasnt wrong. He created a song and video so irresistible that it found an audience far beyond the Montgomery area. It was even tributed on The Cleveland Show years later Flea Market Montgomery sadly closed in 2009, but this wonderful video has never left our hearts.

Theres no confusion as to what this song is about. But just in case you need any clarification, the video basically confirms that the duck song, is, in fact, about ducks. This collaboration, between musician Bryant Oden and animator Forrest Whaley was widely circulated when it dropped in 2009. Its the rare children's song that not only isn't torturous for parents, but also can be appreciated by those without kids. And the lighthearted tone and simple animation make it laugh-out-loud funny as well as endlessly catchy. However, we do strongly advise watching with lemonade and grapes on hand.

Have you ever had an experience so inexplicable that you wish you got it caught on camera? Thats what happened to Max Findlay, who brought his dog, Fenton, a labrador, to Richmond Park in London. Fenton got exercise in an unintended way, chasing after red deer in the park. Harris calls for his dog in frustration as the terrified deer run off. The video, taken by a father and son, is pure found comedy gold and helped make Fenton into something of a celebrity. On a more serious note, however, it serves as a reminder of not letting pets disturb local wildlife.

Laughter is infectious. And thats especially true when its that of a baby. In this video from 2011, an 8-month-old named Micah finds absolutely joy in the ripping of paper, with help from his dad. It's amusing and heartwarming to see how much utter glee he takes in this process. You may be wondering just what paper was being torn to bits. As it turns out, it was a job rejection letter for Micahs father, Marcus. If theres ever a perfect example of making lemonade out of lemons, its this adorable video.

Unicorns are typically depicted as wondrous and whimsical creatures. But that's not exactly the vibe here. In this animated short from Jason Steele, the titular Charlie, a rather crotchety unicorn, is pestered by two cheerful unicorns to come with them to the mythical Candy Mountain. But theres no magic to be found in any step of their journey. Ending with a grim twist in which the other unicorns trick Charlie in a horrifying manner, its something that shouldnt be funny in practice but which absolutely is in execution. Made as a birthday gift for his mother, Steel's video took off on Newgrounds in 2005, leading to follow-ups and merchandise.

Throughout the decades, teenagers have daydreamed about having a hit song and music video. But not like this. In 2011, 13-year-old Rebecca Black released Friday, written by production company, ARK Music Factory. Before long, it was the song and video everyone was talking about, and not because they were enamored with its quality. With its painfully low production values on top of an already poorly written and overly-AutoTuned song, Friday was truly unintentional camp. To be sure, none of the blame should fall on Black, who was the target of harassment, both online and among her classmates. However, shes since continued to release music, even releasing a hyperpop remix of Friday for its 10th anniversary.

If theres one thing the internet loves, its children acting goofy. Back in May of 2008, seven-year-old David DeVore Jr. went to the dentist to have a tooth removed. His father then recorded his loopy reaction to the anesthesia, and the results were internet gold. Young David is totally out of it, asking Is this real life?, commenting on his extra fingers, and unleashing a primal scream while attempting to escape from his seat. The video rapidly spread through the internet after it was uploaded to YouTube and was later referenced on shows like New Girl and The Simpsons.

Despite being a controversial website, 4chan is responsible for many legendary memes, including Tay Zondays Chocolate Rain. Written and performed by Zonday, the song is quite serious in nature, dealing with institutional racism against African Americans. But many people found the accompanying music video ridiculous, featuring Zondays deep voice, funny faces, and the iconic caption, I move away from the mic to breathe in. 4chan helped spread the video around the internet and it soon became an iconic piece of 2000s culture, with countless parodies and even a live performance on Jimmy Kimmel.

Theres something magical about the simplicity of early YouTube. In a time when channels and influencers are using professional-grade filmmaking, its nice to go back and watch a guy talking to the camera in the woods. In Unforgivable, buddies L.W. Hodge and Gunnar Stansson went into the forest and Stansson told a funny story as an aggressive character. The story itself is hilarious, and so is Stanssons delivery. But its the little details that make Unforgivable so iconic, like the cheap guerilla filmmaking, the occasional break in character, and Hodges constant giggling. We cant help but laugh along.

As well learn throughout this list, local news stations are an absolute gold mine for viral videos. This one comes from Oklahomas KTEN and anchor Erin Conrad. Not knowing that they were on air, Conrad humorously commented on her appearance, saying I so pale in a mock southern accent. The comment alone is worthy of viral fame, but what followed is equally hilarious. Conrads co-anchor nudges her on the arm and tells her that theyre live, and Conrad instantly goes into professional mode. That rapid change in character is worthy of an Oscar, despite the occasional giggle afterward.

Its juvenile, yes, but theres nothing like a good prank call. On a simple Sunday night back in 1990, Ken Sander began airing his public access program Speak Out. This was a call-in show in which Sander would ask a question and people would phone in with their opinions. Well, you can see where this is going. Poor Sander was inundated with prank calls, some of them crude, some of them quite smart. For our money, the best ones are when the caller lulls Sander in with an intelligent and well-spoken response before hitting him with something insanely crude. Despite the internet feeling bad for Sander, we couldnt help but giggle at his expense.

News anchor Brianna Clark found herself the laughing stock of the internet when she was forced to report on a tragic death in 2018. Clark had to say the name of police officer Deidre Mengedoht, who died in a car accident just a few days earlier. Unfortunately, Clark absolutely butchered her name. Not only that, she butchered it in the worst possible way, having turned it into a juvenile poop joke. Clark understandably felt bad for saying it, but that didnt stop the video from spreading across the internet. Some people found humor in the name itself, while others were curious as to how Clark mispronounced it so badly.

In September 2007, Senator John Kerry was giving a Q&A at the University of Florida when he was confronted by student Andrew Meyer. Meyers questions and behavior attracted the attention of security officers who attempted to escort him out of the building. Being uncooperative, they were forced to tase Meyer, resulting in one of the internets all-time greatest catchphrases. Despite the serious nature of the situation, Meyers use of Dont tase me, bro! was widely mocked, remixed, and parodied, and Time magazine named it one of the 50 Best Videos on YouTube in 2010.

Ah, the beauty of the internet - where a sneezing animal can become a pop culture sensation. This is one of the OG YouTube videos, being uploaded to the site in November 2006. And its really quite simple in nature - a mother panda is happily munching on some bamboo when her baby cub sneezes. The mommy panda is startled by the sneeze but quickly goes back to eating her snack. Yes, this is the type of content that went viral in the mid-2000s. Isnt it wonderful? Sites like Urlesque and CollegeHumor have named it one of the internets greatest videos, and it has brought complete joy to hundreds of millions of viewers.

Were going way back for this - were talking Newgrounds, pre-YouTube. In the early 1990s, a Japanese arcade game called Zero Wing was ported to European consoles, resulting in a horrible English translation of the game. The most notorious translation is all your base are belong to us, which was shared as a GIF as early as the late 90s. The phrase was also remixed by a computer programmer named Jeffrey Roberts, and this tune really hit the big time when Newgrounds user Bad_CRC made a music video of it. This video quickly took the web by storm, so iconic and instrumental it was to early internet culture.

Perhaps the most famous internet prank of all time, the art of Rickrolling will be studied for years to come. Another meme that started on 4chan, Rickrolling is when someone claims to have a funny or important video to show, but when the target clicks the link, theyre sent to the music video of Rick Astleys Never Gonna Give You Up. The first mainstream usage of the meme came when 4chan user Shawn Cotter tricked people hoping to view the trailer for the video game Grand Theft Auto IV. The trend quickly spread and soon became a genuine phenomenon, with Astley even rickrolling the audience at the 2008 Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade.

On March 10, 2017 political scientist Robert E. Kelly was professionally conducting an at-home interview with the BBC about South Korean politics. And then his children walked in. Theres just so much good stuff packed into this video that we dont even know where to start. Theres the girl opening the door and proudly strutting around in the background. Theres the baby wheeling his way into the room. Theres the BBC interviewer trying not to laugh. Youve got Kelly trying to push his daughter away. And of course, you have Kellys wife, Jung-a Kim, ninja sliding into the room and ushering the children out the door while Kelly closes his eyes in exasperation. Its like a scene out of a surreal comedy, and we love every second of it.

Apparently, this video went viral because apparently it has millions of views. On August 4, 2014, little Noah Ritter was interviewed by a local news channel about the Wayne County Fair. Apparently, Ritter had just learned a fancy new word because he used it every chance he got. Even if it didnt make a whole lot of sense. Not only that, but Ritter used his precious time on television to explain that he, a five-year-old, does not watch the news, and even when he does, hes forced to watch the Powerball with his grandfather. Children really are a gift. Not for the love, but for the laughs. And the love as well, we suppose.

Poor Caitlin Upton. No matter how smart and successful she may be, she will forever be known as that Miss Teen USA. You know the one were talking about. During the 2007 Miss Teen USA pageant, Upton was asked why a fifth of Americans cant locate the United States on a world map. What follows is one of the most hilariously incoherent things the internet has ever heard. What makes the video even better is the host desperately trying not to laugh in Uptons face! The clip quickly spread through Facebook and YouTube, becoming the most-viewed internet video of September 2007. It is now a certified classic.

If theres one thing the collective internet loves, its cats. And in a time of intense political division, the Keyboard Cat brought us all together. The video itself was actually filmed in the mid-80s, and it shows a tabby cat named Fatso dressed in a bright blue outfit and playing a keyboard. The cats owner, Charlie Schmidt, uploaded the old footage to YouTube in 2007, but it didnt gain traction until 2009 when YouTuber Brad OFarrell used the footage in a video titled Play Him Off, Keyboard Cat. The footage was used to mockingly play off a man falling down an escalator. This, in turn, influenced videos of a similar nature, and before long, the late Fatso was an internet sensation.

Video game freakouts are always good for a laugh. But nothing will ever beat the iconic World of Warcraft freakout. The video shows a young teenager going absolutely ballistic in his bedroom after his mother canceled his World of Warcraft account. The meltdown includes flailing around on the bed, hiding himself under a blanket while professing his desire to run away from home, and ugg lets just say we dont envy his remote. Some people have doubted the videos authenticity, probably because the meltdown is just so bizarre. But fake or not, its still hilarious, and over 100 million people seem to agree.

Its amazing to see what passed as a viral video back in the day. In this very short video clip, a man named Mark Hicks can be seen falling flat on his face after doing a backflip and staggering off camera. Thats literally it. Modern fail compilations have made videos like these a regular occurrence, but this took the internet by storm back in the mid-2000s. This video could be seen on sites like eBaums World, where it quickly spread and became famous. It was eventually uploaded to YouTube in January 2006 and has since amassed nearly 20 million views.

If you need proof that happiness is contagious, just watch this video. In January 2010, YouTube user Yosemitebear62 uploaded a video showcasing a rare double rainbow in Yosemite National Park. Yosemitebear62, real name Paul Vasquez, can be heard yelling in amazement and crying at the vibrant beauty of the view. The video gained national attention after Jimmy Kimmel shared it on Twitter, and many people reported feeling happy for Pauls elated happiness. Sadly, Vasquez passed away on May 9, 2020, aged 57. Wherever he is, we hope hes enjoying the heavenly sight of a double rainbow.

A pre-YouTube craze, Potter Puppet Pals is a series of videos spoofing the Harry Potter series using (what else?) puppets! Creator Neil Cicierega made a flash animated Potter Puppet Pals called Bothering Snape in late 2003 before turning the series live-action in September 2006. The following March, Cicierega made another video titled The Mysterious Ticking Noise, and this was the first Potter Puppet Pals to go viral. It accrued over 70 million views in its first two years on YouTube and has since become an important part of the sites history. Do we still love it after all this time? Always.

Here we have another kid on another local news channel, and this one is even more iconic. The video concerns ten-year-old Jonathan Ware, who was visiting Portlands Rose Festival. When asked about his new zombie face paint, Ware simply turns to the reporter and gives one of the greatest answers to ever grace local news. We dont know whats funnier - the answer itself, the reporters bemused reaction, or the fact that the clip opens with Jonathan silently staring into the camera for a solid five seconds. The video saw millions of views, spawned dozens of remixes and parodies, and I like turtles was subsequently entered into Urban Dictionary.

The longer this video goes on, the more we realize that we should be watching the local news. Apparently, its a goldmine of memes. While covering a local apartment fire, Oklahoma Citys KFOR interviewed resident Sweet Brown and asked about her experience. What follows is one of the funniest stories the internet has ever heard, as well as a catchphrase that has entered the internet lexicon. The video spread through the internet thanks to sites like eBaums World and Gawker, amongst others, and the YouTube video earned over one million views in 48 hours. A true internet classic was born, and we always have time for it.

Whenever the news covers alleged sightings of mythological creatures, you know its going to be good. In March 2006, news station WPMI covered an alleged leprechaun sighting in Mobile, Alabama. The news story opens with the anchors literally laughing at the prospect of a leprechaun, and it only gets better from there. We get colorful commentary from Mobile residents, a hilarious amateur sketch of the supposed leprechaun, and a man clad in body armor with a leprechaun flute that wards off spells. The video went viral thanks in large part to the amateur sketch and was later parodied on South Park. Once youre made fun of on South Park, you know youve made it.

One of YouTubes first and finest viral videos has to be Liam Sullivans Shoes. Sullivan appears as Kelly, a stereotypical materialistic girl who finds comfort and happiness in shoes. The skit was part of Sullivans stand-up routine, and after it received a favorable reception at his shows, he decided to film it as an internet skit. A shortened version of the full skit was uploaded to his YouTube channel on May 5, 2006, and it quickly spread thanks to endorsements from Margaret Cho and Andy Samberg. The full video was eventually uploaded in February 2007 and has remained on the site ever since.

If we had five seconds to show an alien the magic of the internet, we would choose Dramatic Look. The video is simple - a prairie dog looks back at the camera while dramatic music from Young Frankenstein plays in the background. But the simplest videos are always the funniest, and that is certainly the case here. The clip comes from an old Japanese variety show called Hello! Morning, but we can thank YouTube user magnets99 for adding the dramatic music. The video took off throughout June 2007, complete with remixes, reaction videos, and re-enactments. The prairie dog was even named one of People Magazines 10 Wildest YouTube Stars of the Year.

You know, we really hate laughing at peoples misfortune. But come on, how can you not laugh at this? The famous Grape Lady was reporting on a grape stomping competition at Atlantas Chateau Elan Winery and Resort. She decided to play along but tripped out of her basket, falling off the raised platform and flat onto her face. What follows are perhaps the most bizarre pain sounds anyone has ever heard. What makes the video even funnier are the anchors back in the studio, who are trying their absolute hardest not to laugh on air. Grape Lady was obviously in a lot of pain, but those noises are just too funny.

And here we have more local news gold. On July 28, 2010, Alabamas WAFF-48 traveled to an apartment complex to report on a break-in and attempted assault. The victims brother, Antoine Dodson, was interviewed by the news team, resulting in one of the most bizarre news stories ever captured. Dodson doesnt even appear angry or upset, instead using animated and rhythmic language to describe the situation in the most playful manner possible. The video spread through Reddit and even mainstream media outlets like The Washington Post got in on the discussion. The video, and Dodson himself, became internet sensations, and a really catchy autotuned song called Bed Intruder Song was created from Dodsons iconic catchphrase.

This video proves two things. One - that we all take pleasure in watching children say and do silly things, even if those children are not our own. Maybe its just human nature. Two - the internet is really fickle in what it decides to make popular. A video with a ton of time and effort put in can hit a couple thousand views, but a home video of two children playing around can attain over 850 million! The videos creator, Howard Davies-Carr, was originally going to share the video over email to close relatives but decided to make it public on YouTube for the sake of convenience. The video took off in November 2007, and in October 2009, it became the most-viewed video in YouTube history.

Were returning to the Dark Ages of the Internet, AKA pre-YouTube, for the timeless Star Wars Kid. Back in November 2002, high school student Ghyslain Raza filmed himself wielding a golf ball retriever like Darth Mauls double-sided lightsaber. Razas classmates eventually found and uploaded the footage to a P2P network called Kazaa. The video struck it big on humor sites like Newgrounds, and by 2006 the video was estimated to have been viewed nearly one billion times. Sadly, Raza subsequently became one of the earliest victims of cyberbullying, and hes since spoken out about its effects. In response, Star Wars fans launched a fundraiser and a petition to express their support . . . because lets face it, who hasnt picked something up and pretended it was a lightsaber?

Another classic Newgrounds transfer is Numa Numa, which is arguably one of the most wholesome viral videos of all time. The concept is simple - Gary Brolsma lip syncs O-Zones Dragostea din tei while ecstatically pumping his arms. This is the type of stuff that went viral back in the Newgrounds days, and it was glorious. The video was uploaded to Newgrounds on December 6, 2004, and absolutely took off. Brolsma was even interviewed for The New York Times the following February, signifying just how popular the video had become. And remember, this was pre-YouTube! This sort of internet fame was unheard of at the time, and Numa Numa has easily earned its place in the Internet Hall of Fame.

Britney Spears was set to have her big comeback at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards following her highly publicized personal struggles. However, the performance was widely panned by the mainstream media, but there was one vlogger who famously came to Spears defense. In this classic video, an empathetic Cara Cunningham cries and pleads with the media to stop criticizing Spears. Everyone ignored the pleas and focused on the video itself, which amassed two million views in just 24 hours. The video was endlessly parodied, and Cuningham herself appeared on outlets as diverse as CNN, Fox News, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and The Howard Stern Show. It was a bonafide media sensation. At least the endless talk about the reaction video gave Spears a break. So maybe it was successful after all...

YouTube changed forever on April 6, 2006. That was the day that motivational speaker Judson Laipply uploaded his Evolution of Dance to the site. Laipply used to close his talks with this hilarious dance and decided to upload it to YouTube for the world to enjoy. And enjoy, it did. The video skyrocketed in popularity and amassed ten million views in just two weeks, earning it features on mainstream media outlets like CNN, E!, and Good Morning America. It also set numerous YouTube records, including the most favorited and most viewed video on the site. That is, until Charlie Bit My Finger dethroned it in October 2009. But for three long, prosperous years, YouTube belonged to Judson Laipply and his Evolution of Dance.

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