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People are often surprised to learn that the man behind those black and white images of a man with an impossibly chiseled jawline is real, but the truth is that throughouthistory, there have been individuals that look like they inspired the image of the Goliath who David took on.

So one netizenaskedfolks from around the world to share the coolest "Gigachad" image from their own country and people delivered. Get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and be sure to share your own thoughts and examples in the comments section down below.

Nikola Tesla

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Fangio, 5 time world champion of F1 in 7 years with 4 teams.

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Swedens current king, god bless him.

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In the vast, ever-shifting landscape of internet culture, few faces, and even fewer jawlines, are as instantly recognizable as the man known to millions as Gigachad. He is the pinnacle of digital folklore, a monochromatic titan who seems to have been carved out of granite by the gods of aesthetics themselves.

While most memes have a shelf life shorter than a carton of milk, Gigachad has achieved a rare kind of immortality, evolving from a niche bodybuilding curiosity into a universal symbol of confidence, composure, and the ultimate "enjoyer" lifestyle. The story of how this hyper-masculine figure became the internet's favorite son is a fascinating blend of high-concept photography, mysterious identity, and a surprisingly wholesome shift in how we celebrate our hobbies.

Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, Founding father of Singapore, father of all giga Chads

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Dimitar Savatinov

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The Great Antonio, legendary Canadian strongman

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The legend officially began around 2017, but its roots trace back to an art project called Sleek'n'Tears, helmed by photographer Krista Sudmalis. The project was designed to celebrate male beauty through a very specific, high-contrast, and stylized lens. Sudmalis created a series of images featuring a model named Ernest Khalimov, who was presented as the ultimate physical specimen.

Vlad the Impaler - aka Dracula

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George Hackenschmidt. Creator of the bench press and hack squat. Circa 1907

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According to theKnow Your Memeentry on Gigachad, these photos first started gaining traction on fitness forums and image boards like 4chan. Users were instantly captivated, though many were skeptical. Was he a real human being, or was he a masterpiece of digital manipulation? The debate over Khalimov's existence only added to the mystique. Whether he is a real person or a digitally enhanced avatar for Sudmalis's artistic vision, the character of Gigachad took on a life of his own, independent of his creator.

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The Wurst guy in WW1

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Hernán Drago

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The meme really hit its stride when it moved away from just being a picture of a very muscular man and transformed into a character study. By 2020, the internet had paired the image of Gigachad with the song "Can You Feel My Heart" by the British rock bandBring Me The Horizon. The dramatic, pulsating rhythm of the track became the unofficial anthem for the "Average Fan vs. Average Enjoyer" meme format.

Ma Dong-Seok Tho actually he's American....lol US citizen without Korean citizenship

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Julito, he is probably your dad too.

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Sir David Attenborough

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This is where the magic happened. On one side of the screen, you would see a frantic, high-pitched video of someone complaining about a trivial detail in a video game or movie, the "Average Fan." On the other side, you would see the calm, silent, and incredibly chiseled Gigachad representing the "Average Enjoyer." The joke was simple: while others argue and stress over the "correct" way to like something, the Gigachad simply exists, peacefully enjoying whatever he likes without seeking validation.

This little lady Frida saved dozens of lives when the 2017 earthquake struck.

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Bud Spencer (real name Carlo Pedersoli) , he's a legend in Italy.

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What makes Gigachad so enduring is this transition from a joke about physical perfection to a celebration of inner peace. In the early days, the "Chad" archetype was often seen as a bit of a bully or an arrogant "jock" figure. However, the "Giga" version of the meme turned that on its head.

Peter Freuchen, polar explorer and aura farmer

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Students' quiet protests in Serbia — quiet, calm strength. As a 53-year-old man, I can honestly say that, after a lifetime, I see a better future for my country.

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The modern Gigachad is polite, supportive, and unbothered. He represents a kind of aspirational confidence where you don't need to put others down to feel good about yourself. This wholesome turn is best seen on platforms like the official Sleek'n'TearsInstagram, where the comments are often filled with people jokingly thanking "Ernest" for giving them the courage to eat their vegetables or be kind to their neighbors.

Manolis Bikakis, a Greek commando and hero of the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus

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General Field Marshall Manekshaw. Once ordered to step into war in 1971 against Pakistan committing a crimes against the Bengalis in then East Pakistan - bluntly answered the then Prime Minster : "I guarantee you victory if you will let me decide the time and manner of the war" He then led and won in a mere 13 days, captured 93,000 POWs and Bangladesh was born.

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It is a rare example of a meme that started in a somewhat cynical corner of the web and blossomed into a genuine, if ironic, source of motivation. Even the mystery of Ernest Khalimov himself has been handled with incredible grace. On the rare occasions the "model" has responded to the fame, the messages have been humble and kind, thanking the world for the support while remaining largely out of the spotlight.

Harriet Tubman. She served as a scout, spy, and nurse for the Union Army during the American Civil War.

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Miggledy aka Michael Daniel Higgins. Served as the president of Ireland from November 2011 to November 2025

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Our president Petr Pavel

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This distance from the camera only makes the meme stronger, because he isn't constantly trying to sell us something or "clout chase," he remains a blank canvas for our collective imagination. He is the digital equivalent of a tall tale, a Paul Bunyan for the social media age. He doesn't need to speak, his chin does all the talking for him.

Jean-Claude Van Damme is pretty based in Belgium

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Father Marcelo Rossi. He's going to go straight to hell to fight Satan himself

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Bas Rutten. A pioneer of early mma.

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Today, the Gigachad exists in the hall of fame of internet culture, sitting alongside greats like Doge or Hide the Pain Harold. He reminds us that while we might not all have a jawline that can cut glass, we can all strive to have the quiet, unshakable confidence of an "Average Enjoyer." In a world that often feels loud and chaotic, there is something deeply comforting about a monochromatic man who just wants you to be your best self.

Two ottoman wrestlers in New York for a wrestling competition in 1909

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Sébastien Chabal, an absolute legend from French Rugby

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Geoff Capes, superstar of the Worlds Stronges Man and always seemed like a very chill guy. Budgie fancier. Passed in 2024.

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Undisputed fear is fearr

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Mads Mikkelsen

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Blew up over 300 US millitary vehcile, 3 helicopter and 1 fighter jet and wiping out nearly 300 US Soldiers

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Bad Bunny performed during the 2026 Super Bowl Apple Music Halftime Show

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• White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt publicly bashed Bad Bunny as the Super Bowl Apple Music Halftime Show performer

• After, online users discovered that she sampled one of his songs on an Instagram post in December 2025

White House press secretaryKaroline Leavittpublicly bashedBad Bunnyas the 2026Super BowlApple Music Halftime Show performer — but, weeks before the big show, she sampled one of his songs on Instagram.

On New Year's Eve, Leavitt posted anInstagram compilation of her top moments of 2025set to a music mashup that includes one of the most popular songs of 31-year-old rapper Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, "DtMF."

Fans didn't miss the track near the top of her Instagram Reel. "Bad bunny playing for the recap is the funniest s--- I've seen so far this year. And we're only 19 days in 🤣 she lowkey loves him like the rest of us 🤣," one person wrote.

Another comment included a photo of the Puerto Rican rapper at the 2026 Grammys, where he took home the awards forBest Música Urbana AlbumandAlbum of the YearforDeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS.

The Grammy winner earned a standing ovation for his Best Música Urbana Album acceptance speech as he began with "ICE Out."

"We're not savage, we're not animals, we're not aliens — we are humans, and we are Americans," he continued.

When asked about Bad Bunny's comments at the Grammys, in apress conferencefollowing the Feb. 1 event, Leavitt said she found it "very ironic and frankly sad to see celebrities who live in gated communities, with private security with millions of dollars to spend protecting themselves, trying to demonize law enforcement, public servants who work for the United States government to enforce our nation's laws."

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Leavitt added, "You didn't hear this same type of uproar from celebrities in Hollywood when the previous administration allowed an invasion of our nation's borders and allowed innocent women and girls likeJocelyn NungarayandLaken Rileyto be killed, raped, and murdered at the hands of people who should have never been in our country in the first place."

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"Now you have law enforcement who are simply trying to do their jobs to remove violent predators like those who took the lives of innocent Americans," she continued. "There was no uproar from Hollywood and the alitest crowd at the Grammys then, but there is now, and I think that speaks to the unfortunate irony we're seeing in Hollywood."

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Leavitt also slammed Bad Bunny when she was asked whether PresidentDonald Trumpwould be watching his halftime show orTurning Point USA's "All-American Halftime Show."

"I think the president would much prefer a Kid Rock performance over Bad Bunny, I must say that," she said whilespeaking to reporters from the podium.

Aclip later posted on Xappeared to show Trump at a Super Bowl 2026 watch party with Bad Bunny's halftime show playing in the background, despitehis criticism of the performance.

"The Super Bowl Halftime Show is absolutely terrible, one of the worst, EVER!,"Trump wrote on Truth Social. "It makes no sense, is an affront to the Greatness of America, and doesn't represent our standards of Success, Creativity, or Excellence."

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"Nobody understands a word this guy is saying, and the dancing is disgusting, especially for young children that are watching from throughout the U.S.A., and all over the World," he continued. "This 'Show' is just a 'slap in the face' to our Country, which is setting new standards and records every single day — including the Best Stock Market and 401(k)s in History!"

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Trump went on to say, "There is nothing inspirational about this mess of a Halftime Show and watch, it will get great reviews from the Fake News Media, because they haven't got a clue of what is going on in the REAL WORLD — And, by the way, the NFL should immediately replace its ridiculous new Kickoff Rule. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN! President DONALD J. TRUMP."

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A judge declared a mistrial Friday in the case of five current and former Stanford University students charged after pro-Palestinian protests in 2024, when they barricaded themselves inside the university president and provost executive offices.

Stanford Protest Trial

The jury voted 9 to 3 to convict on a felony charge of vandalism and 8 to 4 to convict on a felony charge of conspiracy to trespass. After deliberating for five days, jurors said they could not reach a verdict.

Judge Hanley Chew asked each one if more time deliberating would help break the impasse, and all answered, "No."

"It appears that this jury is hopelessly deadlocked, and I'm now declaring a mistrial in counts one and two," Chen said. He then dismissed the jurors.

Demonstrators barricaded themselves inside the offices forseveral hours on June 5, 2024, the last day of spring classes at the university.

Thetrial in Santa Clara Countywas a rare instance of demonstrators facing felony charges from protests over the Israel-Hamas war that roiled campuses across the country. The two sides argued over free speech, lawful dissent and crime during the three-week trial.

Prosecutors said the defendants spray-painted the building, broke windows and furniture, disabled security cameras and splattered a red liquid described as fake blood on items throughout the offices.

Defense attorneys said the protest was protected speech and there was insufficient evidence of an intent to damage the property. They also said the students wore protective gear and barricaded the offices out of fear of being injured by police and campus security.

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If convicted, the defendants would have faced up to three years in prison and been obligated to pay restitution of over $300,000.

Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen said he would pursue a new trial.

"This case is about a group of people who destroyed someone else's property and caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage," Rosen said in a statement. "That is against the law and that is why we will retry the case."

Authorities initially arrested and charged 12 people in the case, but one pleaded no contest under an agreement that allows some young people to have their cases dismissed and records sealed if they successfully complete probation.

He testified for the prosecution, leading to a grand juryindictment of the others in Octoberof the others. Six of those accepted pretrial plea deals or diversion programs, and the remaining five pleaded not guilty and sought a jury trial.

Protests sprung up oncampuses across the countryover the Israel-Hamas conflict, with students setting up camps and demanding their universitiesstop doing businesswith Israel or companies that support its war effortsagainst Hamas.

About 3,200 people were arrested in 2024 nationwide. While some colleges ended demonstrations bystriking dealswith students or simply waited them out, others called in police. Most criminal charges were ultimately dismissed.

This story has been updated to correct the jury counts on the two charges.

The FDA expanded a January 2025 frozen tater tot recall to about 648,000 pounds

NEED TO KNOW

• Products were distributed to foodservice clients, not retail stores, 28 states

• No injuries reported, but plastic fragments pose a choking risk

A recall of frozen tater tots over concerns about plastic contamination has expanded significantly, with federal officials now reporting that roughly 648,000 pounds of product are affected.

According to anupdated noticefrom the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued Tuesday, Feb. 10, the recall now includes more than 21,600 30-pound cases of bulk tater tots produced by McCain Foods in Idaho. The expanded action builds on anearlier voluntary recallannounced in January involving Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels.

The FDA said the products may contain "clear, hard plastic fragments," which could pose choking hazards or cause mouth and throat injuries if consumed. So far, the agency has not reported any confirmed injuries linked to the recalled items.

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Notably, the FDA clarified in its updated report that the affected products were distributed primarily to food service clients and were not sold in retail grocery stores, limiting potential exposure to the general public.

The newly expanded recall list includes 21,557 cases of Ore-Ida Tater Tots Shaped Potatoes (Item No. OIF00215A), packaged in clear, unlabeled poly bags containing six 5-pound bags per case, for a total net weight of 30 pounds per case. The UPC is 1 00 72714 00215 8. Additional batch codes now included are 1005475084, 1005476076, 1005477012 and 1005498350, with expanded use-by dates of E 20271006, E 20271007, E 20271008 and E 20271103.

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The updated recall also newly includes 67 cases of Sonic Tots (Item No. SON00543), also packaged in clear, unlabeled poly bags (six five-pound bags), with a 30-pound net weight per case. The UPC is 0 00 72714 00543 5, with batch code 1005486334 and production code B 292 / 5.

In total, the FDA said the products were distributed to vendors in 28 states, including Alaska, Arkansas, Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wisconsin.

Consumers or institutions seeking more information can visit the FDA's recall page or contact McCain Foods' customer service at 1 (877) 804-6198 for guidance on refunds or disposal.

The FDA continues to classify the recall as a Class II event, meaning exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, with the probability of serious adverse health effects considered unlikely.

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President Donald Trump's administration cannot force states to hand over detailed information on people who have applied for or received aid from theSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, a judge said in a tentative ruling Friday.

San Francisco-based U.S. District Judge Maxine Chesney last yearblocked the U.S. Department of Agriculturefrom requiring states to provide the data, including on the immigration status of people who receive benefits and applicants, after 22 states sued over the policy.

The department kept pushing for it, telling states in December thatit would stop paying state administrative costsfor the program if they didn't comply. It also issued new protocols for securing the data, which the states rejected.

The federal government said the previous ruling did not apply to its latest demands.

Chesney said during a hearing Friday that she intends to issue an order that says the federal government cannot act on its letters to the states from last year.

The Trump administration contends that the information is needed to stamp outfraud and waste, which it asserts is a major problem in the nation's biggest food aid program.

The states argued that the Agriculture Department could share the data with immigration enforcement authorities, which they say would be illegal.

SNAP is a major part of the U.S. social safety net, helping about 42 million Americans, about 1 in 8, buy groceries. People in the country illegally are not eligible for benefits.

Most states, including one that sued — Nevada — have complied with the federal government's request. Kansas has not complied, but also has not joined the lawsuit. All the states involved in the lawsuit, besides Nevada, have Democratic governors.

The administration has not released detailed information on the data submitted by states, but says it shows higher levels of fraud than previously believed.

The battle over SNAP records is one of several areas where the administration has sought tocut off some federal fundingto states led by Democrats, often in the name of preventing fraud.