In a bizarre turn of events, fans were left panicked when the phrase RIP Josh started trending on Twitter. Fans of Oppenheimer actor Josh Peck were met with relief only upon learning that he was alive and well. On Monday night, the phrase RIP Josh sparked concern and fear among many, only to discover later that the subject of the hashtag was a different individual.
Reportedly, MAGA activist, Josh, who has amassed around 113,000 followers on X, passed away, after which the hashtag began trending on Twitter.
Josh Peck is alive and kicking
As the rumors about Josh Peck being linked to RIP Josh hashtag surfaced online, the 36-year-old actor found himself flooded with messages from concerned fans.
#RIPJosh
Why is everyone tweeting RIP Josh? Got me all panicked thinking Josh Peck passed away 😭pic.twitter.com/zUItbo5YrK— Lana Ly (@LanaLy17) September 5, 2023
The primary reason behind the confusion was the misleading accounts that capitalized on the situation and shared false information. However, fortunately, some vigilant users stepped in to clear the air of the individual, putting the mix-up to rest.
okay so when I see RIP Josh, I panic and think it means Josh Peck’s dead. Turns out it ain’t that, it’s some MAGA cultist who died. Honestly good riddance, got damn bait and switched. Least we still have the TRUE Josh with us. Also y’all should watch Drake and Josh RIGHT NOW.
— (Comms Open) Indiecarrot Studios (Charybdis/Crow) (@IndiecarrotT) September 5, 2023
The man erroneously reported as deceased was recognized as “MAGA Josh” or “The Dirty Truth Josh,” though there are no available details regarding the cause of his passing.
When Josh Peck surprised the audience with his presence
When fans went in to watch Oppenheimer, they were already expecting an awe-inspiring explosion of an atomic bomb. However, what shocked the audience more was the unexpected appearance of actor Josh Peck. Portraying the role of physicist Kenneth Bainbridge, Peck’s performance surprised many.
Although his performance was already public knowledge, it was his brief yet significant performance that caught attention. A major reason for this is Peck’s background in primarily light-hearted projects like The Amanda Show, Drake and Josh, and The Wackness.
Hence, acknowledging the departure from his comedic roots, fans appreciated the versatility of the actor and comedian. Happy with Christopher Nolan’s vision for him, Peck himself admitted that he was also surprised about his casting for the role.
Source: Marca
