Meme Overview

The Alexa Intruder Alert meme features playful routines activated by the command 'Alexa, intruder alert.' These routines often incorporate elements from popular fandoms, referencing well-known fight or action scenes.

How It Began

The meme originated on January 22, 2019, when Reddit user EsG_Nitro shared an Alexa routine that activated upon saying 'Alexa, intruder alert' in the /r/me_irl subreddit. The post quickly gained traction, amassing over 53,700 upvotes within a single day. A subsequent repost to the /r/funny subreddit garnered an additional 26,500 upvotes in 24 hours.

Meme Evolution

On the same day, Redditor jtylerodle reposted the original image in the /r/MemeEconomy subreddit, earning over 28,100 upvotes. In the comments, user Wolfey1618 provided a template for the meme. This led to various adaptations appearing across other subreddits, including /r/tf2, /r/ShitPostCrusaders, and /r/hiphopcirclejerk. Additionally, numerous users on YouTube, Twitter, and other platforms shared videos testing the 'Intruder Alert' routine.