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LazyTown - We Are Number One

"LazyTown" is a popular children's television series that gained widespread attention for its catchy song "We Are Number One." Here are some interesting facts about the show and the song:

  1. Origins: "LazyTown" is an Icelandic children's program created by Magnús Scheving. The show first aired in 2004 and quickly became a hit among young audiences.

  2. International Success: While originating in Iceland, "LazyTown" gained international popularity. It was dubbed into many languages and aired in over 180 countries.

  3. Robbie Rotten: The character Robbie Rotten, played by actor Stefán Karl Stefánsson, became one of the show's most iconic figures. His character's main goal was to make LazyTown as lazy as possible, which led to various comical schemes.

  4. "We Are Number One": The song "We Are Number One" became a viral sensation on the internet in 2016. It gained popularity thanks to a meme and remix culture. The song was originally performed by Robbie Rotten and his minions as part of one of his schemes to catch Sportacus.

  5. Stefán Karl Stefánsson's Battle with Cancer: Stefán Karl Stefánsson, who played Robbie Rotten, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2016. During his battle with cancer, he gained widespread support from fans worldwide. In 2017, a crowdfunding campaign was launched to help with his medical expenses, which was very successful. Stefán Karl Stefánsson passed away in 2018.

  6. Fundraising Efforts: After Stefán Karl Stefánsson's passing, a GoFundMe campaign was started in his memory. The campaign aimed to raise money for childhood cancer research. Fans of "LazyTown" and the "We Are Number One" meme contributed to this cause, and it raised a significant amount of money.

  7. Guinness World Record: In honor of Stefán Karl Stefánsson and the "We Are Number One" meme, a world record was set for the largest gathering of people dressed as Robbie Rotten. This event took place in 2018 and involved over 1,000 participants.

  8. Legacy: The "We Are Number One" meme and the character Robbie Rotten have left a lasting impact on internet culture and are fondly remembered by fans of the show. The meme's popularity has also led to various remixes and parodies on YouTube and other social media platforms.

"LazyTown" and "We Are Number One" continue to be a source of nostalgia for those who grew up watching the show and a testament to the enduring impact of internet culture on popular media.

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