Marvel star Anthony Mackie brought his signature meme swagger to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon this week, delighting both fans and Fallon himself.
The clip, teased on X ahead of the broadcast, shows Mackie humorously mimicking his own iconic “hands-on-head” dance—an internet-famous GIF that originated from a 2016 Captain America press junket.
.@AnthonyMackie hits the pose. #FallonTonight pic.twitter.com/OienHo6s5X
— The Tonight Show (@FallonTonight) July 23, 2025
The meme took off years ago but rose to fresh popularity on platforms like TikTok and X in early 2025, capturing fans with its infectious energy. Now, the actor’s own appearance on Fallon’s couch brought that viral moment full circle, as he popped up from his seat and reenacted the exact move with flair. Fallon's reactions—laughter, cheer, and admiration—added to the charm of the moment.
“The meme came full circle and we’re here for it 😭🔥
— 𝕄𝕕.𝔸𝕫𝕒𝕞 🇮🇳 محمد اعظم (@tanjirulislam71) July 24, 2025
Anthony Mackie stays iconic!”
Anthony Mackie bringing back his iconic meme pose is pure nostalgia and internet gold! 🔥👏
— Emperor (@Madhav1192) July 24, 2025
Anthony Mackie just dropped his iconic meme pose again — and it's still gold 😂
— Jejak Kripto (@jejakkripto) July 24, 2025
Meanwhile, @dangoXchg is doing the same for data ownership — making the internet fun and fair.
The surprise recreation has sparked cheers across social media, with comments celebrating Mackie’s ability to poke fun at his own internet fame while connecting with fans who originally shared the meme. This on‑air callback cleverly merges Hollywood star power with meme culture, reinforcing how digital moments can transcend platforms—and still light up late-night television.
With this stunt, Mackie reminded fans why he’s beloved both on screen and online. Whether donning the Falcon suit or shuffling across a late-night couch, Anthony Mackie continues to prove he’s got the moves—and the sense of humor—to match.
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