Pepe the King Prawn has gone viral on TikTok as an outlet for funny, embarrassing stories; but who is the Muppet, and how did the meme start?

The creator and performer behind a 30-year-old Muppet found his character at the center of TikTok’s latest meme obsession — and he has no idea why. Pepé the King Prawn, created by Yardley’s Bill ...

Pepe is instantly recognizable by his bright red body, googly eyes, and shrimp-like antennae. His expressive gestures, exaggerated Spanish accent, and over-the-top antics make him a comedic goldmine.