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What is the Chris Pratt Surprised meme?
The Chris Pratt Surprised meme is a reaction image of Andy Dwyer from Parks and Recreation looking toward the camera with wide-eyed shock and delight. It captures the moment something unexpected clicks - often used for gossip, plot twists, or suddenly understanding what everyone else already knew.
Origin & history
The moment appears in 'Are You Better Off?,' the Season 5 finale of Parks and Recreation that aired on May 2, 2013. In a Burt Macklin subplot, Andy investigates a positive pregnancy test found at Ron Swanson's cabin; when Ron's girlfriend Diane asks to speak to Ron privately, Andy breaks the fourth wall with a knowing, surprised look at the camera.
The clip spread as a GIF across Twitter and Tumblr almost immediately, used whenever someone realizes gossip, scandal, or an obvious secret. Chris Pratt's Andy Dwyer reactions became synonymous with internet surprise long before his blockbuster film career.
The clip spread as a GIF across Twitter and Tumblr almost immediately, used whenever someone realizes gossip, scandal, or an obvious secret. Chris Pratt's Andy Dwyer reactions became synonymous with internet surprise long before his blockbuster film career.
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