All articles tagged with #social media sensation
Thousands of fans gathered at a Thai zoo to celebrate the first birthday of Moo Deng, a popular baby pygmy hippo, with events, online auctions, and social media buzz, highlighting her role in raising awareness for endangered species conservation.
Prince Mateen of Brunei, known as Asia’s "most eligible bachelor," has married Anisha Rosnah, a commoner and entrepreneur. The royal wedding, which took place over 10 days, attracted about 5000 guests, including royalty and political figures. Prince Mateen, a British-trained military officer and helicopter pilot, has gained social media fame for his looks and well-defined abs. His marriage is seen as a move to refresh the royal family's image and appeal to a younger generation.
Basketball phenom Mikey Williams has reached a plea deal in connection to a shooting incident outside his California home. Williams pleaded guilty to a single felony count of making a criminal threat and will have to complete 80 hours of community service and attend therapy and classes. If he successfully fulfills these conditions and avoids new legal issues, the felony charge will be reduced to a misdemeanor. Williams is also prohibited from possessing a firearm and will have a 10-year gun restriction placed on his record. The sentencing is scheduled for August 12.
Nicolas Cage discusses his latest film, Dream Scenario, at the Toronto International Film Festival, revealing that the project resonated with him due to his own experience of becoming a viral meme. Cage explains how a video montage of his "meltdown moments" went viral and led to his memeification, with photoshopping and T-shirts. He saw Dream Scenario as an opportunity to embrace this phenomenon and turn it into something creative. The film, a zany comedy written by Kristopher Borgli and produced by Ari Aster, follows a professor who starts appearing in people's dreams. It is set to release on November 10th.