Homonym: Pépé the Frog (Meme)
Pépé the Frog is a cartoon character created by artist Matt Furie in his comic series Boy's Club. Pépé is depicted as a green frog with a laid-back personality, often expressing a range of emotions through his facial expressions. He became popular on the internet in the mid-2000s, particularly on platforms like 4chan and Tumblr.
Over time, Pépé the Frog was appropriated by various online communities, leading to a mix of interpretations. While initially a symbol of positivity and humor, Pépé was controversially co-opted by some groups, resulting in a complex legacy. Matt Furie has since worked to reclaim the character's original meaning.