Bonnie Blue is one of those weird Internet stories that no one really saw coming. Initially, she was just a little animated character for a children’s show, but somehow she managed to escape the screen and become a symbol for all of social media.
The children liked her because she was colorful, friendly and always smiling, but the adults began to take notice. Memes, fan art, even T-shirts appeared almost overnight. It seemed like Bonnie Blue was everywhere, from TikTok to school bags. But the interesting thing is, Bonnie’s not built to be a global star. It was simple, almost too simple, with its large round eyes and its catchy tune.
But perhaps that was the secret of it. Children remembered her easily, and the parents did not mind, for she seemed harmless and cheerful. Soon, YouTube channels were posting Bonnie Blue dance challenges, and playgrounds were playing the theme tune. But what makes Bonnie Blue a cultural phenomenon is not just the character, but the way that people have embraced it.