Tag: viral

Is Kevin James Secretly Moonlighting as a TikTok Art Teacher?

Everyone is collectively squinting at their screens right now, because there’s a guy on TikTok who looks EXACTLY like Kevin James . . . and not in the “my friend says I look like Chris Pratt if you tilt your head” kind of way.

This art teacher, named Matt Taylor, could walk into a “King of Queens” reboot tomorrow and no one would blink.

Matt’s first TikTok dropped on the 15th, and since then he’s posted a few more, each one making the mystery even juicier. The voice? Spot-on. The delivery? Uncannily Kevin James-ish. He’s even got an Instagram, but here’s where it gets weird: he only follows one person: Ed Sheeran. Because… why not, right?

Naturally, fans have theories.

Maybe Matt Taylor is just a regular art teacher with an unfortunate (or very fortunate) case of celebrity doppelgänger face. But others think there’s something more Hollywood happening here.

Why? Because Kevin James just so happens to have a new movie coming out in February called “Solo Mio”. And, you guessed it, he plays a guy named Matt. In the movie, his character gets left at the altar in Rome and decides to go on his honeymoon alone, discovering himself and Italy in the process. No mention of teaching art, though, unless painting landscapes counts.

So is TikTok’s Matt Taylor actually Kevin James in disguise, doing a little viral marketing before the movie drops? The timing feels too perfect. But until someone catches both men in the same frame, the debate lives on.

One thing’s for sure: if this is Kevin, he’s pulling off the most wholesome celebrity undercover act. And if it’s not? Well, give that art teacher an agent.

(You can check out all of Matt Taylor’s TikToks here and decide for yourself.)

NYC Mayor Candidates: Ever Bought Weed?

The end of the first NYC mayoral debate featured a question with wildly different answers from all three candidates.

Zohran Mamdani (Bernie Sanders 2.0) vs. Andrew Cuomo (career politician) vs. Curtis Sliwa (Guardian Angels founder).

The contrast is stark, and social media is here for it.

Pumpkin Spice Just Got Literal

Fall lovers have officially gone too far with all this pumpkin nonsense.

There’s a new trend where people are taking actual mini pumpkins to Starbucks and asking baristas to fill them with their favorite drink. Because apparently, a pumpkin spice latte inside a real pumpkin is peak autumn. (Or peak social media engagement!)

The logic is simple: Starbucks lets you bring your own cup, so why not make it seasonal?

The execution, however, is… bumpy.

Videos online show mixed reactions. Some baristas are totally game… snapping photos, cheering on the chaos, fully embracing the pumpkin mug life. Others? Not so much. Those folks smirk, and politely hand over a regular cup as usual… and let customers do the pour themselves for the ‘gram.

A few Starbucks employees have warned that it slows down the line, and some mentioned food safety rules that say they’re technically not supposed to touch the pumpkins, or any sort of outside food.

Starbucks hasn’t issued any official policy, but if you want to try it, it’s best to ask nicely and be ready for a “no.”

At worst, you’ll walk away with your drink in a normal cup. At best, you’ll get that perfect “fall girlie” moment that screams, I spent $7 and carved produce for this post.

Just don’t expect the pumpkin to add much flavor. It’s purely for vibes. But hey, if you’re already standing in line in a flannel and boots, you might as well commit.

@cynthiaa.sarahi

Starbucks Pumpkin Drink! 🍂☕️ @Starbucks #starbucksdrinks #starbuckspumpkindrinks #starbucksbarista #fyp #fall

♬ original sound – whimsigothiic

Place Your Bets: Bob Ross vs. Mr. Rogers

A.I. videos of unlikely wrestling match-ups are TikTok’s new obsession.

Sure, Bob Ross was in the Air Force for two decades, so maybe you’re money’s on him. But Mr. Rogers could be surprisingly scrappy.

Who ya got?

@kursed_wrestling

Bob Ross vs Mr. Rogers Match Highlights #bobross #sora #mrrogers #wwe #wrestling

♬ Bob Ross vs Mr Rogers Highlights – KursedWrestling

Such a shame… a few happy little clouds could have made for a beautiful day in the neighborhood if they could have teamed up.

Viral Coldplay Kiss Cam Scandal Wasn’t an Affair… Apparently

The viral Coldplay concert moment that had the internet convinced they were watching an office affair in real time? Yeah, apparently we all got it wrong.

According to a source, former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR executive Kristin Cabot are not star-crossed lovers caught by a kiss cam, but simply colleagues who got way too casual at a very public concert.

The insider told “Page Six”:

“Kristin and Andy had an excellent working relationship, a great friendship. There was no affair.”

The source added that Kristin knows the hug looked bad, admitting, “It was inappropriate to be hugging your boss at a concert, and she accepts full responsibility for it. But the scandal, the downfall, the loss of the job… all of that is unfair”.

If you missed it, the pair were shown on Coldplay’s jumbotron, with Andy holding Kristin from behind in what looked a little too intimate for the workplace. Fans quickly clipped the footage, and the video went viral faster than “Yellow” in 2000. Within days, Kristin lost her job, and the internet collectively became body-language experts.

The defense that this was all innocent “friendship hugging” is… let’s just say not convincing for many viewers. Twitter and TikTok users have had a field day with the claim, pointing out that most people don’t embrace their bosses from behind in a packed stadium.

Still, the fallout highlights how quickly a viral moment can change lives.

What was supposed to be a night of music and good vibes turned into a career-ending scandal, complete with millions of strangers weighing in on whether or not two coworkers crossed a line.

So, are Andy and Kristin secretly Coldplay’s most passionate fan club, or just workplace buddies with very questionable boundaries? Either way, the hug heard ‘round the world has become one of 2025’s messiest viral sagas.

(But really… friends don’t hug like that.)

“Clocked It”: Why Your Teen Keeps Saying It (And What It Means)

The slang term has been gaining traction online and in schools. Now Google says searches for it are at an all-time high.

So, what does it mean? Technically, “to clock” something means to notice it. Simple enough, right? But Gen Z has taken that idea and run with it, applying it to everything from compliments to gossip to petty shade.

A TikTok mom recently went viral for explaining the many ways she’s heard her kids use it. For example, if your outfit looks particularly fresh, they might nod and say, “That outfit slays. Clocked it.” Or if someone spills the latest drama, it’s “Clocked that tea.” It’s basically a casual, sometimes smug way of saying, “I see it, I get it, I’m taking note.”

Hey, kids. It’s not really a new term.

While it may feel like brand-new slang to teens and tweens, using the word “clock” like this isn’t really new at all. According to Merriam-Webster, people have been “clocking” stuff since at least 1929. (It also has roots in trans culture. As in, “I think they clocked me [as trans].”)

Why is it suddenly so popular?

“Sudden” might be a strong word. It’s been going around the internet for the good part of a year, if not longer. The reason more people (parents and kids) are googling it likely has more to do with the new school year than anything else. Teens are using it in class, more parents are hearing it in car rides, and more people are googling it in confusion.

So if your kid tells you they “clocked” something, don’t worry. They’re not tracking time, and they definitely don’t mean they punched someone in the face. They’re just letting you know they noticed. Whether it’s your outfit, your mood, or that eye roll you thought they didn’t see… they clocked it.

@mamateaches711

Replying to @Sonya Russell we did the homework and have found out (sort of) the meaning of “clocked it.” Guess we should get rid of the 👏🏼 emoji. The new kids say we don’t do that anymore 😂. CLOCKED IT. #teacher #teachermama #elementaryschool #middleschool #highschool #teachertok #parent

♬ original sound – Jessica | Teacher•Mama

Five TikTok Creators We Love Right Now

TikTok is overflowing with talent, laughs, and adventure – but sometimes your algorithm fails you, and it’s hard to know where to start scrolling.

We’ve rounded up five of our favorite accounts that deliver everything from jaw-dropping acrobatics to hilarious comedy and even someone from the future?? Here’s who should be on your For You Page right now.

Bransen Gates (@bransennn)

This NYC-based actor and “Oscar-winning lip-syncer” is a great follow. He delivers high-energy, theatrical shorts that’ll have you smiling before you even hit pause. From Broadway vibes to buzzy duets, every clip feels like a mini-show.

@bransennn

Posting the full compilation (including the one that was removed from this app) — and there’s plenty more where that came from 😘 [Please watch until the end so I can finally make some coin]

♬ original sound – Bransen Gates

Jacob Acrobat (@jacob_acrobat)

This creator blends circus-level moves with jaw-dropping visuals. Each video is a gravity-defying spectacle—parkour, flips, and “how’d he do that?” He’s also funny.

@jacob_acrobat

I should stop looking.

♬ Misty – Sarah Vaughan

Garron Noone (@garron_music)

Meet Garron: Irish musician, comedian, and superstar. He’s one of the most hilarious people on the internet. And with the best tagline… “Follow me, I’m delicious.”

@garron_music

♬ original sound – Garron Noone

Nova Machina (@novamachinatransmissions)

The TikTok account that raises more questions than answers, transmitting “music and messages from a future on the edge of collapse.” Apparently, the future is as dystopian as our current pace suggests – and they love hard rock there. “This isn’t just music. It’s resistance.”

@novamachinatransmissions

#NovaMachinaStory #ViktorRavenSpeaks #RockIsRisen #TransmissionFromTheFuture #ResistEchelonVire #TheTruth #TikTokSeries #Storytime #HybridRebellion #MusicIsResistance #UndergroundMusic #AIWarning #FightTheFuture

♬ original sound – Nova Machina

Natasha Travels (@theworldpursuit)

Natasha is the travel-inspo queen, especially for solo female adventurers. Her feed balances stunning locales with real, practical tips. From snowboarding the Rockies to solo trips in Antarctica, Natasha’s energy feels like a best friend inviting you along.

@theworldpursuit

They just kept COMING #Elephant #safari #africa #zimbabwe #hwange

♬ الصوت الأصلي – انمار جاكسون

Mizzou Fan Burns Chance at $25k to Roast K.U.

You’ve got a chance at $25,000 if you can make a 45-yard field goal. You know you’re ride-or-die when you balk at the opportunity and blast the ball at the opposing sideline instead. 💪

@houseofhighlights

If you aren’t hating this hard you aren’t trying 😂 (Laurarowe95/x, Carter Arey) #football #collegefootball #funny #fyp

♬ original sound – House of Highlights

Four 2025 Trends That May Already Be Fizzling

Remember when everyone wanted a Labubu doll? Kids, celebs, grown men named Dave – they all desperately needed one. But now Dave couldn’t care less, and he’s not alone. He’s just moving on with the rest of us.

According to Google, those viral Labubus that had people scrambling in the first half of the year already have some of those same people yawning.

Fresh Google Trends data shows that the dolls – and several other big trends that saw massive spikes this year – have started to nosedive just as quickly.

They released stats on what’s fading fast, and spoiler: that sweater with a crustacean on it might not be the wardrobe staple you thought it was.

Let’s break down four trends that had their moment in 2025, but are on pace to fully fade by the time we ring in 2026.

Labubu Dolls

https://www.tiktok.com/@sikaba5012/video/7520630050455096582

These oddball collectible figures hit their peak in June and held steady through July, but are now free-falling in search interest. They were everywhere for a hot minute – especially on TikTok and resale sites – but like many toy crazes before them (Beanie Babies, anyone?), the buzz likely won’t stick.

Whether it was the quirky design or the exclusivity, Labubus had a grip on the internet… then didn’t. Sure, they might stick around a while longer. (Expect plenty of kids and Kardashian wannabes to get them for Christmas.) But it’s looking like the Labubu craze may have already reached its pinnacle.

Lobster Sweaters

@lillian_harriss

My hair kept getting stuck in my lipgloss 💄 😒 I got a size medium and it’s on sale!!! #coastalstyle #lobstersweater #eastcoaststyle #eastcoastsummeraesthetic #tiktokshopsummersale #tiktokshopcreatorpicks #tiktokdealsforyoudays

♬ original sound – Country Sayings

“Fishermancore” gave us cozy cable-knit sweaters with a nautical twist, like lobsters. The trend had Gen Z’ers in Wisconsin looking like they spent their summers in Nantucket. But interest spiked in early spring and started sliding downhill by May. Maybe next year we’ll pivot to clambake chic?

Bubble Skirts

@digitalstylelab

Elevate your look with the bubble skirt—playful volume meets polished elegance😍✨ #BubbleSkirt #FashionTrend #OOTD #SummerStyle #outfitinspo #outfitinspiration #StyleInspo #SummerTrend #FashionInspo #balloonskirt

♬ origineel geluid – Digital_style_lab

Ah yes, the puffed-up fashion comeback no one saw coming (again). Bubble skirts have made the rounds across decades, and 2025 was their latest revival.

With brands bringing them back for spring, and major fashion mags declaring them officially “back,” search interest spiked in April and May.

But by summer, the internet had moved on to any TikTok video that included a “Jet2 Holiday” V.O. (Can we please kill that trend next?)

Beaded Bags

@aprilsundayy

My beaded bag collection 😍 I love them so much!! 🥰 @TJ Maxx @Marshalls @JCPenney #tjmaxxbeadedbag#marshallsbeadedbags#jcpenneybeadedbags#beadedbagcollection#fyp

♬ original sound – Sunday

These brightly colored, internet-famous purses were the accessory of early 2025, with “InStyle” claiming they were in “every cool girl’s closet.”

But by July, search trends had dipped hard, and it turned out not everyone wanted to carry a purse that doubled as a third-grade art project. Now they’re quickly starting to take up space in those same closets.

As Google points out, “trends” are called that for a reason – they never last. Past fads that got the same fast-burn treatment? Barbie pink in 2023, and the “mob wife aesthetic” that flared up and fizzled in 2024.

Moral of the story: Buy what you love, not what’s trending. Or maybe just keep the receipts.

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