Not everyone is thrilled about becoming an internet sensation, as it can often lead to a series of mockery and online bullying.

However, that is not the case for American actor Jacob Batalon, who feels honored for being bestowed the title of "CEO of Sex," a joke that has gained widespread attention across social media since 2019.

Batalon, known for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Spider-Man franchise, unexpectedly embraced his new status, which has been spawning creative jokes and memes treating the actor as a sort of "Rizz Lord."

Let’s explore the origins of the "CEO of Sex" meme and Batalon’s thoughts on his viral meme celebrity status.

Why Is Jacob Batalon Called The 'CEO of Sex'?

The label "CEO of Sex" emerged from a series of ironic memes featuring a photograph of Jacob Batalon dressed in a grey suit from the Spider-Man Homecoming premier, accompanied by humorous captions. The meme's origin can be traced back to late July 2019, when it first appeared on the subreddit /r/okbuddyretard.

Batalon's picture quickly gained traction as a meme on social media, also known as "Jacob Batalon Saying Things" and "You Seem Chill."

What Does Jacob Batalon Think About The 'CEO of Sex' Meme?

In a March 2025 interview for Screen Rant, Jacob Batalon addressed the "CEO of Sex" meme while promoting his upcoming film, Novocaine, expressing that receiving such a title is, in his words, “an honor.”

Batalon also joked about the irony behind it, stating, “I feel like people come to me for sex advice all the time.”

How Is Jacob Batalon's 'CEO of Sex' Meme Used Online?

Batalon's picture in a grey suit rapidly across various social media platforms, including Reddit, Instagram and iFunny, where users paired it with witty and ironic captions as if the actor is giving sex advice to his followers.

For instance, in January 2022, Redditor u/R3D5KAR1337 posted a parody of the Wolf of Wall Street movie poster, photoshopping Jacob's face and the title "CEO of Sex" as the film title.

Also in January 2022, YouTuber lemonman posted a parody trailer for a movie titled "SEX 2: The Multiverse of Madness," using clips of Batalon as the "CEO of Sex."

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For the full history of the CEO of Sex meme, be sure to check out Know Your Meme's entry for even more information.