AboutWhat does the meme depict?
The "Whoa! This Is Worthless" meme is an exploitable series derived from the animated series Gravity Falls. In this meme template, one of the main characters, Dipper Pines, is depicted holding a banknote labeled with a negative value of -$12, symbolizing worthlessness. The scene encourages users to replace the banknote with other items or concepts they consider valueless.
OriginWho did it first?
The meme originates from the Gravity Falls episode titled "Irrational Treasure," which was first broadcast in the United States on August 17, 2012. In a specific scene from the episode, the character Trembley hands Dipper a -$12 bill, which Dipper declares as worthless. This moment can be viewed in its original context here on Youtube. The meme's adaptability was first explored in a GIF by a Google Plus (now defunct) user TiffaWhite, where Trembley's face is replaced with the text "Student Loan Company," and Dipper is seen holding a college diploma, critiquing the value of the college education system. Though the Google Plus platform and original post are no longer available, the concept persisted and was later reshared on various platforms.[1]
Origin: 2015