# Chuck Testa
Type: Trivia Card | Deck: Old School Memes | Rarity: Common
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# Chuck Testa
Type: Trivia Card | Deck: Old School Memes | Rarity: Common

Chuck Testa is a California taxidermist who became an internet meme in September 2011 through a viral commercial for his Ojai Valley Taxidermy business. The ad, created by comedy duo Rhett and Link for IFC's "Commercial Kings" series, featured absurdist scenarios where seemingly alive animals were revealed as taxidermy, punctuated by Testa's deadpan catchphrase "Nope! Chuck Testa!"

Key facts:
- Commercial received over 13 million views in first week (September 2011)
- Featured dramatic fake-outs with lifelike taxidermied animals (deer, bear)
- Meme format spread across rage comics and social media comment sections
- Rhett and Link (creators) later became famous for "Good Mythical Morning" YouTube show
- Testa's genuine, sincere delivery contrasted with absurdist humor drove viral success
- Business benefited from viral fame despite Testa not understanding the meme appeal

## Trivia Questions

Q1: What comedy duo created the viral Chuck Testa commercial as part of their IFC series?
A: Smosh

Q2: How many views did the Chuck Testa commercial receive in its first week after release?
A: 5 million views

Q3: What was the name of the IFC series that featured the Chuck Testa commercial?
A: Commercial Kings

Q4: In what month and year was the Chuck Testa commercial originally released?
A: August 2011

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