The Weeknd's Funny Cartoon Makeover Takes Social Media by Storm

The internet is buzzing with laughter over a recent tweet by a user named "albert" (@albert12798) who posted a side-by-side comparison of The Weeknd and a cartoon drawing of the artist. The tweet, simply captioned "i drew the weeknd," has quickly gone viral, amassing over 2,638 comments, 20.5K retweets, and a staggering 239K likes.

The left image in the tweet shows The Weeknd, born Abel Tesfaye, sporting his signature look—medium-tone skin, dark hair styled short on the sides and longer on top, a neatly trimmed beard, and a black shirt. The right image, however, is a hilariously exaggerated cartoon version of the star. This drawing features large round eyes, full lips, and spiky, unruly hair, along with a somewhat lopsided smile that has left fans in stitches.

The bottom portion of the viral image reveals that The Weeknd himself has embraced the humorous artwork, adopting it as his official profile picture on Instagram. His verified profile, boasting 26.5 million followers, now features this cartoon drawing, adding another layer of humor to the already amusing situation.

Reactions to the tweet have been overwhelmingly positive, with users commenting on the uncanny yet funny resemblance. One user remarked, "Looks more like Monday morning," while another humorously noted, "I saw you screaming in an empty room. I look so scary, must have startled you."

Fans have also drawn comparisons to The Weeknd's animated look, with comments like, "We now have the answer to the question 'if The Weeknd was on Duckman, what'd he look like?'" and "The Weeknd: Adult Swim Version." One witty user even quipped, "Bet he 'can't feel his face' when he's with him," referencing The Weeknd's**** song "Can't Feel My Face."

The playful adoption of the cartoon as his profile picture has only endeared The Weeknd to his fans even more, showcasing his great sense of humor. One comment perfectly sums up the sentiment: "I love that he made it his photo for a while. Great sense of humour."

This viral moment underscores the unique and often funny ways in which celebrities interact with their fanbase on social media. The Weeknd's willingness to embrace a funny, lighthearted depiction of himself only further cements his status as a beloved figure in popular culture.