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- November 29, 2015
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These images of celebrities and regular people alike went so viral that they almost broke the Internet.
For quite some time now, the Internet is a wonderful place for information, images, communication and constant entertainment. It is crazy to think how much the web has enriched our lives and changed the world. The World Wide Web remains to be a reliable access and an important part to our everyday lives to many people out there.
Today’s pop culture really couldn’t be what it is without the Internet. How else would we know the latest on our favorite celebrities? Thanks to social media, the top actors, singers and other celebs in Hollywood keep us up to pace on what’s going on in their very famous world.
Due to the amount of activity on the Internet, it feels like our digital world tends to freak out when something major happens. Memes have become quite the trend to pass ideas or photos from person to person. We’ve seen it all. But, from time to time, there are pictures that nearly break the Internet.
It might be hard to believe that something as small as a photo could make people go crazy on social media and other websites. But, it’s true! These ten photos have proven on how powerful they can be in the Internet world. Find out why millions of people tweeted or posted about these pictures in the video above.
How has the internet changed the way we consume and share photographs, and what impact has this had on society?
The internet is a vast and unpredictable medium, and in recent years, it has become a platform for viral content that quickly captures the attention of millions of people worldwide. Among the types of content that have managed to break the internet and become a global phenomenon are photographs. From pets to politicians, and from humorous to heart-wrenching, these images have the power to move and inspire us all.
Here are ten pictures that have been shared, liked, and commented on by millions, and which broke the internet in their own unique way.
1. The Selfie of All Time: Every picture lover certainly remembers the epic selfie that Ellen DeGeneres took with a group of celebrities at the 2014 Academy Awards. The photo was retweeted almost 3.4 million times, making it the most retweeted image in history at that time.
2. The Dress: In 2015, one photograph of a dress caused a huge debate on the internet. Some people saw it as black and blue, and others as gold and white. Even scientists wanted to answer the question, and it was later discovered that the explanation lies in the way the human brain processes colors.
3. Pisa Tower Selfies: Many travelers share the classic “holding the Leaning Tower of Pisa” photo on social media. So, when it was reported in 2017 that taking a selfie was forbidden due to concerns about the tower’s fragility, the online community erupted in debate.
4. Harambe: This heart-wrenching photo of a young boy who fell into the Harambe gorilla exhibit at the Cincinnati Zoo went viral in 2016. The incident sparked a lot of debates and brought up questions about animal behavior and human responsibility.
5. Quokka Selfies: The adorable quokka, known as the world’s happiest animal, has become a popular photo companion for tourists visiting Western Australia’s Rottnest Island. Several celebrities have joined in and shared their quokka selfies online.
6. Prince Harry and Meghan’s Royal Wedding Kiss: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared their official wedding picture on Instagram, capturing the moment when they kissed in front of St. George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. The image quickly went viral, getting millions of likes and views.
7. The Power of Social Media: This photo depicts a group of Syrian refugees expressing their gratitude to Angelina Jolie after she made a donation for their relief. The image went viral on social media, capturing the power of the internet to spread messages of kindness and compassion.
8. The Blue Marble: Taken in 1972, this photograph of Earth was taken during the Apollo 17 mission, and has become one of the most iconic images in history. The blue marble image has inspired generations of environmental activists and space enthusiasts.
9. The Royal Family on the Balcony: Taken during the Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012, this photograph shows the royal family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, with a sea of spectators below. It became an instant classic and was reproduced in newspapers and magazines around the world.
10. Super Bowl Selfie: This selfie of Justin Timberlake and a fan became viral during the 2018 Super Bowl halftime show. The photo captured the spontaneity of the moment and the power of social media to connect us all.
These photographs may belong to different genres, but they have all managed to capture a moment in time, spark a heated discussion, and break the internet in their own way. They show us what the internet is capable of, and how it brings the world closer together, connecting us through shared experiences and emotions.
