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Thierry Henry Smirk, also known as the Thierry Henry Mouth Twitch, refers to a series of reaction images, GIFs and reaction video clips featuring former French footballer Thierry Henry making a distinctive smirk or subtle twitch of his mouth.

Rather than originating from a single viral clip, the meme is based on a recurring expression Henry has displayed throughout his public career. The gesture was observed by fans during his playing days, particularly at Arsenal in the early 2000s. It later became increasingly recognizable through his appearances as a football pundit and broadcaster.

Origin

The expression predates its emergence as an internet meme, with fans noting Henry's characteristic smirk and mouth twitch during his professional football career.

Spread

The meme began gaining wider traction during the 2010s and 2020s as Henry transitioned into football punditry and became a regular presence on television and online broadcasts. Clips from programs and studio appearances, including Soccer AM and CBS Sports Golazo, were frequently reposted on platforms such as Reddit, Twitter/X, TikTok, GIPHY and Tenor.

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