It’s been four years since the nineteenth season of the hit reality show Big Brother aired, but the memes that came out of that summer are still circulating on social media. From Raven’s tall tales to Josh’s pots and pans, these memes captured the essence of the season and kept viewers entertained long after the finale.
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Raven’s Lies
One of the most memorable moments from BB19 was when houseguest Raven Walton claimed to have a long list of medical issues, including gastroparesis, osteoporosis, and a pacemaker. However, fans quickly caught on to the fact that some of her claims were exaggerated or outright false. Memes featuring Raven’s face with outrageous captions quickly went viral, and even other houseguests got in on the joke.
“I remember watching that season and being so frustrated with Raven,” said BB superfan and Twitter user @BBJunkieCA. “But the memes that came out of it made it all worth it.”
Josh’s Pots and Pans
Another standout moment from BB19 was when Josh Martinez began banging pots and pans together in an attempt to antagonize his fellow houseguests. This move earned him a reputation as one of the most annoying players in BB history, but it also inspired some hilarious memes. Fans Photoshopped Josh’s face onto various drummers, from Animal from The Muppets to the drummer from Whiplash.
“I couldn’t stand Josh during the season, but looking back on it, his pots and pans stunt was iconic,” said BB fan and Reddit user u/BBFan2023. “The memes just made it even better.”
Cody’s Stoicism
Cody Nickson was one of the most divisive houseguests in BB19, with his no-nonsense attitude and lack of social skills rubbing some fans the wrong way. However, others found his stoicism to be amusing and created memes that poked fun at his lack of emotion. One popular meme featured a photo of Cody with the caption “When you’re dead inside but still have to go to work.”
“I was a Cody fan from the beginning,” said BB viewer and Instagram user @BBAddict13. “I loved his no-bullshit attitude, and the memes that came out of it were hilarious.”
Alex’s Mispronunciations
Houseguest Alex Ow was known for her competitive spirit and her tendency to mispronounce words. Fans of the show took notice and began creating memes featuring Alex’s face with captions that played on her verbal slip-ups. One popular meme featured a photo of Alex with the caption “I want to win this conpetition.”
“Alex was one of my favorites that season, and her mispronunciations were just too good not to meme,” said BB fan and Twitter user @BBInsider.
The Legacy of BB19 Memes
Even though BB19 aired four years ago, the memes that came out of that season are still being shared on social media today. They’ve become a part of Big Brother lore, and fans of the show continue to create new memes that pay homage to the iconic moments of that summer.
“I think the memes from BB19 really captured the essence of the season,” said BB fan and Reddit user u/BBFanatic2023. “They were funny, they were relatable, and they kept me entertained long after the season was over.”
Whether you loved it or hated it, there’s no denying that Big Brother 19 was a season that left a lasting impression on fans of the show. And while the gameplay and drama may have faded from memory, the memes that came out of that summer will continue to live on in Big Brother fandom for years to come.
