“She trying to blow my damn cover!” LeBron James shares clip of ‘viral airplane lady’ following his ground-breaking 40-point outing against the Thunder before Christmas

NBA icon LeBron James humorously reacts to viral video following his remarkable performance against the Thunder.

“She trying to blow my damn cover!” LeBron James shares clip of ‘viral airplane lady’ following his ground-breaking 40-point outing against the Thunder before Christmas

LeBron reposted the viral airplane lady meme on his Instagram following his legendary performance (Via @kingjames on Instagram)

LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers‘ superstar forward, recently reposted a hilarious meme featuring the ‘viral airplane lady’, Tiffany Gomas. Just before Christmas, LeBron James broke multiple records in his game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, reaffirming his status as one of basketball’s all-time greats.

LeBron’s Instagram post, quickly drawing fans and players’ attention, featured an edited version of Tiffany Gomas’s infamous airplane video. In it, she frantically declares a fellow passenger “is not real.” In LeBron’s version, the camera pans to reveal an image of him in action on the court, with the caption; “Somebody come get her ASAP! She trying to blow my damn cover!”

This light-hearted post follows LeBron James’ stunning 40 points, with a 100% 3-point shooting percentage, making him the oldest player in NBA history to achieve such a feat. His skillful display also highlighted his lasting athleticism and significant impact on basketball.

The reaction to LeBron’s post was immediate and widespread. Fans and celebrities flocked to social media, commenting on LeBron’s humorous post. NBA legend Dwyane Wade was among the first to show his amusement. The post not only highlighted LeBron’s sense of humor but also his ability to connect with fans off the court.

The story behind the “Viral Airplane Lady” Meme

The original video that sparked the meme featured Tiffany Gomas, who was recorded on a flight making frantic claims about a fellow passenger. The clip quickly went viral, leading to various interpretations and parodies across social media. It became a source of humor and speculation, with many wondering about the context of her outburst.

Tiffany Gomas apologized for her behavior in the viral video
Tiffany Gomas apologized for her behavior in the viral video (Image via Instagram, Tiffany Gomas)

As the meme spread, internet users and media delved into Tiffany Gomas’s identity, leading to her public apology and incident clarification. Her story became a fascinating example of how quickly and unpredictably internet fame can spread. Gomas said the following during the apology video:

Distressed or not I should’ve been in control of my emotions and that was not the case. My use of profanity was completely unnecessary and I want to apologize to everyone on that plane, especially those that had children aboard.

LeBron’s playful use of the meme adds another layer to its online life, showing how viral moments can intersect with popular culture and sports in unexpected and entertaining ways.

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