'Arthur' ends after 25 years but we'll always have the memes

A family of aardvarks are saying their farewells in a fictional town.

The theme song of the PBS show Arthur is already being heard by anyone who has watched it. Every 30-minute episode of Arthur Read's world was filled with lessons, musings, and laughter. For 25 years, Arthur defined children's television and multiple generations.

The final episode of Arthur and his friends and family will be aired on Monday and will have fans paying tribute. Arthur is the longest-running children's animated television show in history, first airing in 1996.

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Arthur explored the nuances of childhood and personhood in his cast of characters. Divorce, anxiety, and gender and inclusivity are some of the subjects examined in the show. The good and the bad are packaged with vibrant colors, bouncing music and animated adventures.

The franchise gave kids tons of extra content, including video games and digital games, which nine-year-old me could play for hours. The show will live on in digital culture, particularly for Gen-Zers. The snippets of Arthur became a major part of online culture.

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There is a high chance that you will see a clenched fist attached to a yellow sweater. The popularity of the Arthur fist was traced back to 2016 by Know Your Meme.

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The Arthur fist is likely to show up on your social media feeds. It is one of many derived from the show. There is a classic image of the middle sister of Arthur, and she says "That sign can't stop me because I can't read!" There is a meme of Arthur skipping off enthusiastically, thanks to the theme song, which has been borrowed to present excitement for just about anything.

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The signature animation style of the show, done by Boston's WGBH, could be to blame for the fascination of the meme community. There is a range of adorable, wide-eyed animals, complete with round glasses and red bows. The visual element is not enough.

The show has entertained generations and told stories of love, family, friends, and dreams for over two decades. The relatability and empathy of Arthur, both of which sat at the heart of the beloved show, is what makes every meme a tribute. Arthur has created a meme culture that means we are not saying goodbye.

It is a wonderful day to see that.