Keke Palmer’s career longevity is a testament to her versatility and adaptability in the entertainment industry. From her breakthrough role in Akeelah and the Bee to her dynamic presence in television and film, Palmer has consistently demonstrated her ability to evolve. Beyond her acting prowess, she has diversified her career by delving into music, hosting, and entrepreneurship. Her strategic moves to branch out into various fields have allowed her to maintain relevance and continue engaging with a broad audience. This multifaceted approach showcases her talents and ensures that her career remains vibrant and resilient across different entertainment landscapes.
In addition to her career diversification, Keke Palmer has maintained the power of the internet to cement her status as a “meme queen” phenomenon. Her candid and relatable personality and her knack for viral moments have made her a favorite subject of internet memes. Palmer’s spontaneous catchphrases and humorous observations, such as “Sorry to this man,” have resonated widely with online audiences, turning into viral phenomena that amplify her presence across social media platforms. By embracing these viral moments and engaging directly with her fans online, Palmer has transformed internet culture into a powerful tool for sustaining public relevance and endearing herself to a new generation of followers. Check out some of our meme moments from Keke Palmer’s digital footprint.
Sorry To This Man
When Keke Palmer’s Vanity Fair interview was released, we didn’t know the cultural magnitude she would have with the phrase “Sorry to this man.” Whether you forgot someone or want to ignore someone this phrase remains evergreen and still used to this day.
Who The H-ll Are They?
During her NOPE press run, the Virgo queen continued to keep the timeline on their toes when not knowing a group of people, and now the internet keeps it as one of the main memes on the timeline.
Girl, Say What You Saying
During her time on the TERRELL show, Palmer had many meme-worthy moments, but the “girl say what you are saying” keeps the timeline on her toes when describing someone who keeps beating around the bush.
Angela Bassett Impression
It’s no secret that everyone thinks Keke Palmer and Angela Bassett are the ultimate entertainment mother-daughter duo. Anytime Palmer pulls out her classic impression of her Akeelah and The Bee co-star, it waves on the internet, cementing a definitive meme moment.
Baby, This Is Keke Palmer
This meme has genuinely become a pop culture phenomenon, including Palmer naming her podcast after the saying. We all continue to use the saying no matter the year and it still hits the same on all platforms.
About the Author: Kenyatta Victoria is the lead writer for Essence GU, working on all things pop culture, politics, entertainment and business. Throughout her time at GU, she’s garnered devoted readers and specializes in the Zillennial point of view.