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From “You rang?” to “Ayyyy”: 12 of the most remembered TV lines ever


Published on October 10, 2025


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Perhaps because they appeared on our screens repeatedly, TV shows had a way of imprinting certain catchphrases in our memories. These expressions worked as a primitive version of what we now know as memes: little ideas that could be used in multiple situations and were often funny or curious. Shows like The X Files, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, or Sledge Hammer had catchphrases and famous lines that every viewer will remember. Take a look at the following 12 and see which ones you recall!

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"D'oh!" The Simpsons

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The most famous cartoon family since 1989 has created more than one catchphrase throughout its long history. Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie have gone through numerous phases of their lives and tackled social, political, economic, and other situations with their signature Simpsons humor.

But, without a doubt, Homer is the highlight of the animated sitcom. He is not the smartest man alive, but he has some brilliantly funny moments. A sign of something going wrong is Homer's angry "D'oh!" which has become a part of pop culture.

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"The Truth Is Out There" - The X-Files

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The brilliant combination of sci-fi with the supernatural that was The X-Files marked the 1990s TV, thanks in no small part to FBI agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully, who looked into unresolved cases with extraterrestrial origins.

Dana Scully said the famous line, "The truth is out there, but so are lies," and the first part of the quote became the tagline of The X-Files.

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"Here's Johnny" - The Tonight Show

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While the phrase was made famous by Jack Nicholson in The Shining, "Here's Johnny," dates back to 1960s television, when it was first uttered by Ed McMahon to introduce audiences to Johnny Carson on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson.

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"Is that your final answer?" - Who Wants to Be a Millionaire

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In 1999, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire debuted as a two-week show but, due to its massive success, became a regular series. The question, "Is that your final answer?" was asked by the host Regis Philbin, and has since become a phrase used in multiple situations of everyday life.

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"You rang?" - The Addams Family

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The Addams Family was a 1964 television show based on a series of New Yorker cartoons depicting a family full of macabre interests and supernatural powers, that to this day still remain in our minds thanks to films, animated movies, comic books, and more.

While The Addams Family is known for its peculiar characters, there's one line that everyone remembers, which is "You rang?", uttered by the show's butler, Lurch.

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'Won't you be my neighbor?' - Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood

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Few phrases carry as much kindness as "Won't you be my neighbor?" from the children's show Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. Fred Rogers created the show and served as host, writer, puppeteer, voice actor, and musical composer.

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"Look! Up in the sky! It's a bird! It's a plane! It's Superman!" - Superman

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The "Adventures of Superman" made its television debut in 1952, and this line was part of the opening title sequence. The voice-over narration continued: "Faster than a speeding bullet! More powerful than a locomotive! Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound!"

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"That's the way it is" - CBS Evening News

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Walter Cronkite signed off his"CBS Evening News" shows with the words: "That's the way it is." Originally, Cronkite used to encourage viewers to read their newspapers for more details, but network executives were not happy with his suggestion. Cronkite eventually agreed to change his salutation to the one that is now in the annals of history.

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"Whatchoo talkin' 'bout, Willis?" - Diff’rent Strokes

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A running gag, this question was repeatedly asked by child actor Gary Coleman in "Diff'rent Strokes" to his on-screen brother, played by Todd Bridges, whenever he said something confusing or dumb.

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"And I would've gotten away with it, too, if it hadn't been for those meddling kids!" - Scooby Doo, Where Are You?

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This phrase, and its many similar iterations, was uttered by the villain of the day, at the end on each Scooby Doo episode. This happened because every episode had a similar structure: the Scooby gang went to investigate some paranormal activity, encountered fake ghosts and monsters, and went on to unmask them.

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"Ayyyy" - Happy Days

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Other than "jumping the shark", the pop culture favorite show "Happy Days" also created the catchphrase "Ayyy", as uttered by the Fonz, its popular character. The phrase had several meanings, ranging from an expression of disgust to a celebratory exclamation.

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"Trust me. I know what I'm doing." - Sledge Hammer

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This half-hour comedy about a police detective who went too far, every single time, but with humorous results, was only aired for a couple of seasons, but left a mark on its audience. Sledge Hammer carried a .44 magnum everywhere he went and said, "Trust me, I know what I'm doing" before doing all sorts of insane things.


Doppelgangers do exist

Can you recognize these 7 actors and actresses with lookalikes?


Published on October 10, 2025


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Have you ever been told that there’s someone out there who looks just like you? It can happen—and it does—more often than you might think. If you’ve ever confused two famous people, you’re not alone. Many celebrities have lookalikes, some of them strikingly similar. Did you know these 7 cases?

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Will Ferrell

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You know Will Ferrell—the tall guy with curly blonde hair and an uncanny ability to make people laugh without doing almost anything. The former SNL actor and comedian has starred in major movies like Zoolander, Anchorman, Elf, and many more.

But there’s someone else out there who’s also very famous—and looks just like him. Can you guess who it is?

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Keira Knightley

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Keira Knightley is an English actress renowned for her roles in blockbuster films and in period dramas like Pride & Prejudice and Atonement. She rose to global fame after starring in Pirates of the Caribbean.

Can you guess which other famous actress looks strikingly similar to her?

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Daniel Radcliffe

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Even if you haven’t seen any of the Harry Potter movies, you’ve probably seen Daniel Radcliffe—he’s appeared in numerous films since becoming famous as the young wizard.

Can you guess which other actor, best known for his role in another iconic fantasy trilogy, bears a strong resemblance to him?

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Tiffani Thiessen

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This American actress and 1990s teen idol rose to fame for her roles as Kelly Kapowski on Saved by the Bell and Valerie Malone on Beverly Hills, 90210.

There’s another actress who’s often compared to her—can you guess who it is?

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Matt Damon

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This instantly recognizable American actor has been around for a few decades. While he had some smaller roles early on, his big break came with Good Will Hunting, which he co-wrote and starred in alongside Ben Affleck.

There’s another actor—active in recent years—who looks a lot like him. Can you guess who it is?

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Jessica Chastain

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This American actress and producer is best known for her roles in Zero Dark Thirty, Interstellar, and The Martian.

Another actress with strikingly similar looks has been compared to her time and time again. Who is she?

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Jeremy Allen White

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You probably recognize this actor for his role as chef Carmy Berzatto in the TV series The Bear, where he plays a perfectionist trying to transform a greasy spoon joint into a Michelin-starred restaurant.

It turns out Jeremy looks a lot like a very famous actor from a few decades ago. Can you guess which one?

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Now, take a look at their lookalikes…

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Chad Smith

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Chad Smith, the drummer for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, looks a lot like Will Ferrell—so much so that the two appeared together in a comedy skit on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, where they faced off in a drum battle, becoming a viral hit.

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Natalie Portman

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In case you haven’t noticed, Natalie Portman—star of Black Swan and **Léon: The Professional**—looks a lot like Keira Knightley. Both actresses have acknowledged the resemblance and even joked about it for years.

Fun fact: Keira Knightley played Queen Amidala’s decoy in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace, which made the resemblance even more visible on screen.

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Elijah Wood

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Yes, Elijah Wood—Frodo Baggins himself—has often been compared to Daniel Radcliffe. Not just because they both starred in hugely popular fantasy films, but because they actually look quite a lot alike.

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Alexandra Daddario

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If you’ve been watching the Netflix series The White Lotus, you’ll recognize Alexandra Daddario—the lead actress with striking blue eyes, high cheekbones, and dark hair, who bears a strong resemblance to another actress with similar features: Tiffani Thiessen.

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Jesse Plemons

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You might recognize Jesse Plemons from hit movies and TV series like **Breaking Bad’**s final season, Friday Night Lights, The Master, and All the Pretty Horses, where he played a younger version of—guess who? Yes, Matt Damon.

Both actors look very much alike, and their resemblance has been noted several times.

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Bryce Dallas Howard

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The eldest child of director Ron Howard, Bryce Dallas Howard has appeared in several notable films such as The Village, Jurassic World, and Rocketman. She’s a well-known face in Hollywood.

Bryce and Jessica Chastain are often compared, as both have red hair, fair skin, and similar complexions.

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Gene Wilder

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The original Willy Wonka himself, Gene Wilder, has recently been compared to Jeremy Allen White, an actor who has risen to fame in recent years. Both stars share similar looks, especially due to their curly hair, blue eyes, facial expressions, and slightly quirky intensity.

Their resemblance has been noted several times.

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