Grant Gustin Recreates Iconic Arrowverse Meme at FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023
The Flash star Grant Gustin made waves at the FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023 by recreating an iconic Arrowverse meme that took the internet by storm. This event brought back fond memories for Arrowverse fans, offering a glimpse into the franchise's high point and sparking excitement for potential future appearances of Gustin and his contemporaries.
The Flash Star Grant Gustin's Nostalgic Recreation
Kicking off in 2014 on the CW, The Flash was a live-action adaptation of DC Comics' popular Scarlet Speedster and centered on the Barry Allen version of the character, finally coming to an end in the first half of 2023. Since the show’s final season aired, series star Gustin has spoken about playing another superhero role, potentially even reprising his Arrowverse role.
After The Flash's final pull on fans’ heartstrings in the wake of its last season, Gustin has finally given fans a reprisal of his Arrowverse-era roles, albeit not in the way fans might have expected. In a post to their Instagram account, Gary Lizaso shared a photo featuring Gustin at the recently concluded FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023. The actor and Lizaso recreated the iconic format tagged as Grant Gustin Next to Oliver Queen's Grave by Know Your Meme. The meme features an image of Gustin kneeling beside Oliver Queen's grave from the final season of Arrow.
The humorous meme template has been popular since it was first posted in 2020, with the somber tone of the episode (in which many Arrowverse stars cross over to Arrow for the titular hero’s funeral) contrasting perfectly with the silly behind-the-scene antics that led to the iconic photograph being taken. The meme has even gone beyond the fandom and will likely become more popular now that Gustin has graciously recreated it.
Gustin's refreshing antics at fan events serve to remind Arrowverse lovers of better days, as the franchise is now largely dead, with its last surviving show in Superman and Lois getting a disappointing update concerning its release date shortly after having to cut down on its main cast due to budget cuts required for renewal. While the best is behind them, fans can look forward to James Gunn and Peter Safran's rebooted universe to potentially see Gustin and some of his contemporaries back in action.
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The Impact of Gustin's Recreation on Arrowverse Fans
Grant Gustin's recreation of the iconic Arrowverse meme at the FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023 has had a significant impact on Arrowverse fans, reigniting fond memories and sparking excitement for potential future appearances of Gustin and his contemporaries. The recreation, which garnered attention on social media, brought the franchise's high point back to the forefront of fans' minds and provided a lighthearted and nostalgic moment amid the uncertainty surrounding the Arrowverse's future.
The humorous meme template, originally posted in 2020, became an instant hit within the fandom, and Gustin's decision to recreate it added a new layer of joy and excitement for fans. The somber tone of the episode, in which many Arrowverse stars cross over to Arrow for the titular hero’s funeral, contrasted perfectly with the behind-the-scenes antics that led to the iconic photograph being taken. Gustin's willingness to participate in such lighthearted moments at fan events serves as a reminder of the better days of the Arrowverse, offering hope for potential future appearances and collaborations within the beloved superhero franchise.
While the Arrowverse may be undergoing a period of transition, with the franchise's last surviving show, Superman and Lois, facing challenges, Gustin's recreation of the iconic meme has provided a bright spot for fans. The event at FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023 offered a moment of joy and nostalgia, reigniting the passion and enthusiasm of Arrowverse fans and providing a glimpse of the franchise's enduring impact on popular culture.
Looking to the Future: Gustin and the Arrowverse
Grant Gustin's playful recreation of the iconic Arrowverse meme at the FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023 has sparked speculation and anticipation for potential future appearances and collaborations within the beloved superhero franchise. The actor's willingness to engage in lighthearted and nostalgic moments at fan events has rekindled the excitement of Arrowverse fans and offered a glimpse of the franchise's enduring impact on popular culture.
As the Arrowverse undergoes a period of transition, with the franchise's last surviving show, Superman and Lois, facing challenges, fans can look forward to the possibility of Gustin and some of his contemporaries returning to action in James Gunn and Peter Safran's rebooted universe. The event at FanX Salt Lake Pop Culture & Comic Convention 2023 served as a reminder of the joy and enthusiasm that the Arrowverse has brought to fans over the years, offering hope for future appearances and collaborations that celebrate the beloved superhero franchise.
The legacy of the Arrowverse lives on, and Grant Gustin's recreation of the iconic meme has reignited the passion and excitement of fans, reminding them of the franchise's high points and the potential for future adventures. Whether through nostalgic recreations or new collaborations, the Arrowverse continues to captivate audiences and inspire hope for the future of superhero storytelling.
