Some of the internet’s best memes are created totally by accident. From photos of poorly placed signs to serious posts that go hilariously wrong, these moments show just how quickly real-life moments can turn into absurdly funny internet snapshots. In the age of social media, absolutely nothing and no one is safe from going viral or becoming part of the internet’s comedic history. Whether it’s an embarrassing selfie or an awkward typo, accidental memes can come from just about anywhere. We’ve compiled a list of 50 photos of posts that prove even the most ordinary moments can turn into something hilarious.
In 1976, biologist Richard Dawkins first coined the term meme in his book titled “The Selfish Gene,” where he described how, similar to genes, ideas spread and evolve. While it might be