Ralph Fiennes imitated a popular “demure” TikTok on CNN’s New Year’s Eve show, which caused a stir online and brought attention to internet culture.

1. Fiennes's TikTok performance that went viral.
2. "Demure" will be the word of the year in 2024.
Ralph Fiennes shocked viewers by playing out a popular TikTok video on CNN’s New Year’s Eve show.
What took place?
The famous actor did a great job with Jools Lebron’s “very demure” lines, adding his own fun touch. The part had a shirt that wasn’t buttoned up and sassy facial movements.
What did the people in the room do?
Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper, who are co-hosts, laughed. Many people were surprised and amused by the act, which went popular online. People gave him praise for his work.
What did TikTok start out as?
Jools Lebron’s video had makeup that looked like it was worn to work and the words “very demure, very mindful.”
The video was so well liked that Dictionary.com chose “demure” as its 2024 word of the year.
What made “demure” the word of the year?
- LeBron’s TikTok made more people use it.
- Digital media has grown by 1200%.
- The official choice of Dictionary.com.
- Shows how internet life is changing.
LeBron talked about what inspired her: the style of Bratz dolls.
What else is cool?
In 2024, Fiennes had a lot going on with movies coming out and projects coming up, including a possible project with his brother Joseph. The actor’s involvement made TikTok even more popular.
Ralph Fiennes’s surprise performance on New Year’s Eve showed how powerful internet trends can be and how high and low culture can mix. He added a unique mix of class and fun to the show.