Draft:John Pork
Internet meme and fictional character
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John Pork is an internet meme and fictional character that gained widespread popularity in 2023, primarily on TikTok.[1] The character is depicted as a realistic anthropomorphic pig presented in the style of professional portrait photography. He is most commonly associated with the viral meme format “John Pork is calling,” in which users share an image of an incoming phone call from the character.[2]
Submission declined on 6 March 2026 by Pokelego999 (talk).
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Comment: Previously deleted multiple times, and this draft's sourcing isn't enough to justify a recreation. Only two sources, both from very weak sources, does not indicate that it meets notability to me. This needs stronger sourcing to meet the GNG. Magneton Considerer: Pokelego999 (Talk) (Contribs) 00:48, 6 March 2026 (UTC)
| John Pork | |
|---|---|
| First appearance | 2018 |
| Created by | Gooseworx |
| In-universe information | |
| Species | Anthropomorphic pig |
| Occupation | Fictional businessman (varies by depiction) |
Origin
The character was created in 2018 by digital artist Gooseworx, who posted early renders on Instagram. The images initially attracted limited attention online.[1]
Rise in popularity
In early 2023, images of John Pork resurfaced and became the basis for a viral trend on TikTok.[2] The most common format displayed a smartphone incoming call screen showing John Pork’s name and image, accompanied by captions such as “John Pork is calling. Are you going to answer?”[1]
The meme spread across additional platforms, including Twitter and YouTube, where users created reaction videos, edits, and fictional narratives surrounding the character.[2]
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