Reviewing The Classic 'Emo Dad' Meme 14 Years Later

Dating back to the olden days of Myspace, Emo Dad is a fascinating image macro series that took the late 2000s internet by storm.

It all started in 2009 when a man by the name CrisXcruX created his MySpace page, showcasing a series of profile pictures that intrigued and puzzled many internet users. The iconic first image featured a gloomy middle-aged man taking a mirror selfie with an iPhone, forever cementing itself as the quintessential "Emo Dad" template.

The mysterious identity of CrisXcruX continues to elude us to this day, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this captivating tale. As CrisXcruX's profile pictures gained virality, they were then adopted by other online users as their own avatars, spreading like wildfire across various platforms.

The phenomenon soon caught the attention of humor blogs and forums, including FunnyJunk, BuzzFeed, Reddit and I Am Bored, sparking animated discussions and debates. Some speculated that CrisXcruX was experiencing a midlife crisis, while others applauded his audacious embrace of youthful fashion.

In this video, we take a look back and attempt to unravel the mysteries behind the Emo Dad meme, exploring the impact of these profile pictures on internet culture and examining the fascinating theories surrounding CrisXcruX.