Pepe the King Prawn Meme Template — TikTok's Orange Muppet

Pepe the King Prawn, the orange four-armed Muppet from The Muppets franchise, has become a viral sensation thanks to TikTok. Known for his hilarious personality and blank stare, Pepe has been embraced by TikTok users as the face of relatable meme content. The latest trend, started by TikToker @caitycline21 in late November 2024, uses Pepe’s blank expression as an image macro to capture awkward, embarrassing, or frustrating moments, paired with a rendition of Madonna’s Like a Prayer. Often referred to as the "Orange Muppet" due to his unique look, Pepe continues to solidify his status as a fan-favorite character in meme culture, including his previous viral moment with Kermit in the "Ima Keep It Real With U Chief" meme from 2016.