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Dexter Staring, also known as the Dexter Stare meme, is a reaction image and exploitable image macro depicting actor Michael C. Hall as his character…
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Dexter's "Death Stare" Becomes Viral Meme for COVID-19 Sneeze Reactions
The internet continues to find humor in the collective experiences of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a recent viral video featuring the iconic 'death stare' of Dexter Morgan from the popular TV series 'Dexter.' The short clip, which has garnered significant attention, overlays the text 'How mf's looked at you during covid after you sneezed:' onto a montage of the character's intense facial expressions. The video cycles through various close-up shots of actor Michael C. Hall as Dexter, portraying his signature unblinking, suspicious gaze. These scenes, taken from different episodes and settings within the show, are amplified by dramatic background music, creating a humorous yet relatable depiction of the heightened anxiety and social scrutiny that became commonplace during the pandemic. Social media users have widely shared the meme, resonating with many who recall the palpable tension surrounding public health concerns. One user commented, 'This is so accurate, you could feel the eyes burning into you!' The meme highlights how pop culture references are frequently repurposed to reflect shared societal experiences, even years after the original events. While lighthearted, it serves as a cultural artifact, encapsulating a specific, widely felt emotion from a challenging period.
