AboutWhat does the meme depict?

Buddy Christ denotes a scene from the movie 'Dogma' directed by Kevin Smith, which features a reimagined version of Jesus Christ intended to refresh the Catholic church's image. In this depiction, Jesus, known as Buddy Christ, appears jovial and approachable, characterized by his cartoonish smile. He is shown winking and giving a thumbs up with both hands.

OriginWho did it first?

The concept of Buddy Christ was first introduced in the 1999 film 'Dogma,' a biblical comedy by Kevin Smith. In a notable scene, a cardinal unveils the revamped image of Jesus Christ, called the Buddy Christ, to a gathering of reporters, aiming to modernize the church's appeal. The film's details can be found on IMDb. Additionally, the introduction of Buddy Christ can be seen in this video on Youtube.^[1]

Origin: 1999