Pepe the Frog is a cartoon character created by artist Matt Furie in 2005. Originally featured in the comic series Boy's Club, Pepe is depicted as a green frog with a humanoid body and a variety of facial expressions. The character gained popularity on the internet, especially on platforms like 4chan and Reddit, where users began sharing and modifying Pepe images. Over time, Pepe became a symbol in various online communities, often representing emotions such as sadness or joy. However, the character's image was later co-opted by some groups for controversial purposes, leading to debates about its meaning and use in popular culture.