What is big chungus?

Big Chungus is an internet meme that originated in late 2018. It's a parody of the cartoon character Bugs Bunny, depicted as being overweight and mocking his appearance.

The meme started with a 1941 cartoon titled "Wabbit Twouble," where Bugs Bunny imitates Elmer Fudd, becoming large and round to parody Elmer's own physique. Someone took a screenshot of this frame and photoshopped the image, making Bugs Bunny even larger. This enhanced image then circulated with the caption "Big Chungus."

The term "Big Chungus" gained popularity on sites like Reddit and quickly became a widespread meme. While initially humorous, the meme's popularity eventually waned, and some viewed it as overused or even problematic, as it promotes body shaming.

Despite its controversial aspects, Big Chungus remains a notable example of how internet humor can evolve, mutate, and then fade away. It also demonstrates how even classic cartoon characters can be repurposed for modern meme culture.