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Before we dive into the holiday season, let’s revisit Halloween, the most laid-back holiday, by exploring the most viral costumes of 2023 and combining all our leftover candy into one giant treat. Plus: Taylor Swift hints at her heterosexuality (shocking) and introduces us to a new dance craze called the Jubi Slide.
Q: Is Taylor Swift gay? A: No (according to Taylor Swift herself)
For years, an online theory has suggested that Taylor Swift, America’s beloved singer, might be gay or bisexual. Supporters of this idea, known as 'Gaylors,' analyze her lyrics, photos, and other clues to argue that Swift prefers romantic relationships with women and subtly hints at her true orientation through her music, fashion, and social media. Recently, Swift appears to have dismissed these theories and addressed the Gaylors directly.
The Gaylor community’s response is intriguing. Rather than considering they might be mistaken, many users on Reddit’s r/Gaylor_Swift appear frustrated with the singer for dismissing the 'truth' of her sexuality and seemingly distancing herself from their theories. One comment states, 'I don’t get why someone would use queer symbols and then tell people to back off. If you’re not part of the community or don’t want speculation, avoid queer signaling. It makes us look irrational when we’re not—she HAS used queer symbols. That’s undeniable.'
It’s worth noting that Swift has explicitly denied these claims. In a 2019 interview with Vogue, she stated, 'I didn’t realize until recently that I could advocate for a community I’m not a part of.'
What is the Jubi Slide?: Explaining TikTok’s latest dance craze
The Jubi Slide is a viral dance move created by TikToker jubi2fye, who has been perfecting the slide for years. Recently, it has gained massive popularity as videos of the dance flood social media. Similar to Michael Jackson’s moonwalk, the Jubi Slide (or Jubislide) appears almost magical when executed well—it’s one of those moves that leaves you wondering, 'How is that even possible?' While the basic steps are easy to pick up, mastering the Jubi Slide is a whole other challenge. Done right, it looks like you’re gliding effortlessly, but without some dance skills, it can fall flat. And if you’re over 30, it might just look awkward—so maybe stick to the Hustle or enjoy your rocking chair instead.
I suspect GOP Josh might be a parody account. Sure, he reportedly worked on Trump’s 2020 campaign and has been posting consistently, but the content feels so tone-deaf that it could be an elaborate comedic act, akin to Andy Kaufman’s style.
Recap of the Most Memorable Halloween Costumes Inspired by Memes
The team at knowyourmeme.com has compiled an impressive list of the top meme-based Halloween costumes from 2023. Highlights include Paris Bedbugs, the fake 'alien' from Mexico, and Kevin James with oversized props. Explore the full list here and test your meme knowledge—I scored 50%, and I’m pretty pleased with that.
Is There a Hidden Meaning Behind 'Sticking Out Your Gyatt for the Rizzler'?
A few weeks ago, I reluctantly discovered the meaning of 'sticking out your gyatt for the rizzler.' At first, I wrote off the viral video as nonsensical, filled with tween slang. However, I recently learned there might be a deeper, hidden layer to the song.
Interestingly, the song’s lyrics might be alluding to three U.S. Navy ships: the USS Gyatt, the USS Rizzi, and the USS Ohio. There’s even a class of ships named SIGMA. Unlike Boaty McBoatface, these ships weren’t named through an online poll—they were sailing long before the internet existed. Could the song be a subtle nod to 20th-century American imperialism? Probably not, but it’s an amusing coincidence.
Viral Sensation: 'I Melted Every Halloween Candy Together'
YouTuber Safiya Nygaard shared the ultimate post-Halloween experiment in her video I Melted Every Halloween Candy Together. She combined 233 popular Halloween candies to create a single, monstrous treat. The creation features a base of hard candies, a middle layer of 94 chewy sweets like Laffy Taffy and candy corn, and a top layer of 56 melted chocolate bars. Watch to find out if this fusion of flavors beats the classic single-candy experience.
