The Greatest Showman #1089 - Internet Hotspot

On social media, Jake Gyllenhaal isn't exactly a frequent flyer. While he does have a personal account, his posts are few and far between, and his interactions are rare. His online presence is virtually non-existent until, suddenly, it's needed. Today is one of those moments. Jake logs into Twitter to upload a personal video.

In the video, Jake appears disheveled and out of sorts, looking like a man down on his luck. He speaks seriously into the camera: "I've been on vacation recently, but Renly had to take the call. So I showed up to offer my support, and I hope to do my part for charity."

With a simple introduction, Jake proceeds to complete the ice bucket challenge. After the ice water is poured over him, he jumps and shudders, shouting, "Maggie, did you put the water in the freezer? Oh my god!"

The sound of Maggie Gyllenhaal's laughter echoes in the background, and Jack's brother-in-law, Peter Sarsgaard, can also be heard giggling. Jake, still shivering, doesn't forget his mission. He calls on everyone to raise awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and names three people to take on the challenge: "Anne Hathaway, Hugh Jackman, and Peter Sarsgaard."

Just as he finishes speaking, Peter appears on screen, jokingly protesting, "Hey, man, this wasn't part of the deal..." The video ends abruptly, leaving Peter with a confused expression.

From Paul Walker to Ryan Gosling to Jake Gyllenhaal, all these actors lend their support. Ryan's challenge video, showing him soaked from head to toe, creates a buzz online, with fans swooning over his physique. His video sends a new wave of excitement through social media, amplifying the challenge's momentum.

The response is immediate. Scarlett Johansson tweets: "Aite Sisyphus, what's going on? Why name only three people? You're in the challenge, but didn't name me? Does this mean we're not friends anymore?" She adds a playful grimace emoji and hashtags to join the trend.

It soon becomes clear that Scarlett and Renly share a close relationship—one that once sparked rumors but is now openly acknowledged. Her tweet is quickly followed by Chris Evans, who joins the fun: "Undoubtedly, this is the most meaningful event of the year! Aite Sisyphus, I'd love to participate, but no one's named me yet. Could you maybe shoot another video and tag me?"

These two are some of the most active figures on social media, and their involvement causes an uproar. Fans, now intrigued by Aite Sisyphus, start questioning who this person is. Some dig deeper and discover Renly Hall—an actor with a reputation for both his looks and his social influence. One enthusiastic fan tweets: "Aite Sisyphus, I want to have your babies!"

Then, things get even wilder. Scarlett Johansson, "Black Widow" herself, and Chris Evans, "Captain America," jump in, and soon the entire Marvel crew is participating. The Internet is ablaze.

Mark Ruffalo retweets Chris Evans, adding with mock annoyance, "At least you know Renly Hall, but I haven't even met the guy! Next time, can you introduce us? I'd really love to work with him."

Before Chris can respond, Scarlett beats him to the punch with a retweet: "Please, line up, thanks."

Robert Downey Jr. joins in with a humorous tweet: "Please, Aite Sisyphus, don't name me—I'm not into the wet look. But hey, I'm working on 'Sherlock Holmes 2.' Interested?"

The Marvel stars are undoubtedly one of the most active groups on social media, and their playful interactions ignite a chain reaction, generating buzz far beyond just the challenge itself. It quickly becomes apparent that this charitable campaign is not only about ALS but also about bringing celebrities and their fanbases closer than ever before.

It wasn't just a passing fad. The challenge was growing exponentially, and soon it caught the attention of global superstars.

Katy Perry, the undisputed queen of social media, who boasts record-breaking follower counts on every platform, enters the fray. Her tweet sends a ripple of excitement through her millions of fans: "Aite Sisyphus, I'm ready! Call me anytime to join the challenge!" She also retweets Renly's posts, introducing him as her "mutual friend" and urging her followers to support the cause.

Katy's involvement elevates the challenge to new heights. Fans from all corners of the globe are now rallying behind Renly, with his social media following skyrocketing. Within 24 hours, Renly gains 500,000 new Twitter followers and 360,000 new Instagram followers. The numbers keep climbing, breaking records at a jaw-dropping pace.

In just a week, Renly's Twitter following reaches over 100 million, and his Instagram followers top 7.7 million. The speed of this growth is nothing short of meteoric. Twitter and Instagram celebrate his success, with both platforms marking the occasion with special posts.

Mark Zuckerberg, founder of Facebook, takes the opportunity to joke about Renly's absence from Facebook, saying, "Mr. Renly Hall, did we have a private falling out? If so, I sincerely apologize and extend a warm invitation to join the Facebook family." The witty comment garners massive attention, and soon, Zuckerberg himself participates in the Ice Bucket Challenge, donating $500,000 to the cause.

The challenge has now spread like wildfire, dominating social media platforms across the globe. It's clear: the Ice Bucket Challenge is more than just a viral trend—it's a cultural phenomenon that has reshaped the way celebrities engage with their fans and promote social causes.