Chill guy

Chill guy
A human-like dog wearing a grey sweater, blue jeans, and red sneakers, giving off a chill expression
The original artwork posted by Banks in 2023
First appearanceOctober 4, 2023; 12 months ago (2023-10-04)
Created byPhillip Banks "philb"
In-universe information
Nickname"My new character"
SpeciesDog
GenderMale
Significant other"Unchill gal" a.k.a. "My old character"

"Chill guy" also known as "My new character" is a digital artwork and internet meme first posted by artist Phillip Banks on Twitter on October 4, 2023. The artwork consists of a human-like dog wearing a grey sweater, blue jeans, and red sneakers, giving off a "chill" expression by smirking with his hands in his pockets. While the artwork had some success after publishing, it only became viral about a year later on August 30, 2024, when a user on TikTok created an edit with the artwork, combining it with other popular memes at the time. Other edits made on Tik Tok and Twitter in the following days gained tens of millions of views, attracting the attention of larger corporations including the Atlanta Hawks and AMC Theatres, who used the artwork in their promotions. According to some media outlets,[1][2][3] the meme likely resonated online as it was regarded as a playful but relatable piece which encourages people to seek self help, remain stress-free, and approach life with a "laid-back attitude".

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