Playful Supermarket Sweep Moment: Tim and Mark's 'Business Partners' Story Goes Viral

Sophia Moonstone

Updated Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

In a delightful throwback to the classic TV game show "Supermarket Sweep," a tweet by Tom Zohar (@TomZohar) has taken the internet by storm. Posted just two hours ago, the tweet reads: "I love watching old episodes of Supermarket Sweep because these two just said they’re 'business partners' who 'design sets for plays' and I’m like oh I’m sure."

The tweet features a screenshot from the show, capturing participants Tim and Mark standing in a supermarket aisle. Tim, in a light blue shirt, and Mark, in a darker blue shirt, both have nametags prominently displayed. The background showcases shelves stocked with various products, highlighted in red and yellow packaging. The image also includes the BUZZR logo, indicating the network currently broadcasting the episode.

The online community has erupted with humorous and heartfelt reactions to the post. One user commented, "Wow, they are so committed to their business that they got married to help with tax purposes. Such great business partners." Another added the image to their "Wholesome folder," expressing gratitude for the content.

Some commenters shared personal anecdotes, reminiscent of the tweet's tone. One user mentioned, "My mom occasionally mentions her neighbors / family friends growing up who were 2 female nurses that just happened to live together and never got married.... idk if it ever clicked for her..." Another user humorously added, "So, they were designing sets for plays... I don't understand the confusion."

The post has also sparked a conversation about same-sex relationships and the creative arts. One comment noted, "Wholesome gay stuff aside, that's an awesome career choice. Probably tons of work but set designers and builders are like... magicians. The power of illusion." Another user found a celebrity look-alike in the image, saying, "That one dude low key grew up to look like Gordon Ramsay."

Overall, the tweet by Tom Zohar has not only provided a nostalgic glimpse into a beloved game show but has also opened up a discussion filled with humor, warmth, and reflections on societal perceptions. The internet's response clearly shows an appreciation for both the comedic and touching elements of Tim and Mark's story on "Supermarket Sweep."

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Top Comments from Imgur

Wookieoo7

Wow, they are so committed to their business that they got married to help with tax purposes. Such great business partners.

discotheque42

Added to my Wholesome folder. Thank you.

C***Crotchula

My mom occasionally mentions her neighbors / family friends growing up who were 2 female nurses that just happened to live together and never got married.... idk if it ever clicked for her...

bippityboppitybuttsex

So, they were designing sets for plays... I don't understand the confusion.

Awmph

obligatory roommates comment

paintingagency

Wholesome gay stuff aside, that's an awesome career choice. Probably tons of work but set designers and builders are like... magicians. The power of illusion.

F***motheringxVampire

That one dude low key grew up to look like Gordon Ramsay

andmysoundslaiddownbytheUnderGround

I love all of this post.

ThePastmaster

I found the episode if anyone is interested: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x6vn285

GutstobeGnK

I was watching some old game show (from the early 80s maybe) w/ my elderly mom last night. Young man contestant answering a question about the military. He casually says, "Well, I was dancing with a couple of marines last week." Game show guy had no clue what to say. (Not really on topic. Just reminded me of it.)

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