‘Because it ruined the vampire genre…’: Fans poke fun as Robert Pattinson reflects on people still hating ‘Twilight’

It's been nearly two decades since Twilight first hit our screens, and yet this saga remains one of the most polarizing phenomena in pop culture. While some fans hail the series as a romantic masterpiece of sparkling vampires and brooding stares, others point their fingers at the saga as single-handedly sinking the vampire genre into a glitter-filled abyss.

Recently, Robert Pattinson, who played the franchise's iconic and shimmery Edward Cullen, weighed in on the enduring hate for the films. Let's just say his reaction was as dry as his makeup routine.

"It amazes me that people keep saying to me: 'Dude, Twilight killed the vampire genre,'" Pattinson said in a recent interview. "Are you still stuck in that cr*p? How can something that occurred almost 20 years ago make you sad? It's very nuts."

For a man who has gone on to play Batman, his bafflement is understandable. Yet, it seems fans and haters alike can’t let the series rest in peace—or pieces. Naturally, the internet exploded, poking fun at both Pattinson’s comments and the vampire series that refuses to fade into the shadows.

Why Robert Pattinson’s Comments on Twilight Hate Went Viral

Pattinson's comments were a bit of a sore spot, as they often are when he speaks about his Twilight days with a mix of humor and incredulity. His deadpan delivery perfectly encapsulates what many already know: the saga is forever cemented as a cultural lightning rod. Whether you love it, hate it, or use it as a punchline at parties, it's impossible to ignore the series' impact.

This time, the internet didn’t just latch onto Pattinson’s words—they ran with them, creating memes and commentary that had fans (and anti-fans) laughing, debating, and, in some cases, spiraling existentially. The post went viral not only because Pattinson’s candor is always a hit but also because the topic itself is hilariously absurd. Who’s still passionately blaming the movie for ruining vampires? And if they are, shouldn’t they at least acknowledge the franchise’s unintentional comedic brilliance?

As expected, social media erupted with reactions to Pattinson’s comments. One fan passionately defended the saga, claiming, “The hate is so biased because the saga is pure cinematography.”

Clearly, some still view Twilight as a misunderstood masterpiece.

On the flip side, critics didn’t hold back either. “Because it ruined the vampire genre. People literally told him.”

One commenter noted, as though the glittery vampires had personally offended them.

Others, however, took a different approach.

“People should just do like I did and pretend they never existed,”

someone quipped, advocating for selective amnesia as the ultimate coping mechanism.

Of course, the Twilight discourse wouldn’t be complete without some self-aware humor. One person remarked, “Still a better love story than Twilight,” bringing back the age-old meme that has likely outlasted the series itself.

Meanwhile, another user reflected on the existential dread of time, saying, “Everyone’s arguing over whether Twilight is good or bad. I’m having a mental breakdown wondering how the hell has it already been almost 20 years.”

Then there were the cultural analysts, with one person hilariously suggesting, “If we were to take Culture 101 classes, Twilight would be in the syllabus of Chapter One.”

And let’s not forget the creative solutions for enduring the films. “Those movies make a great drinking game. Consequently, it’s the only way one can sit through all of them,” another commenter offered, perhaps tongue-in-cheek.

Whether praising, roasting, or just reflecting on the passage of time, the fan reactions proved one thing: Twilight continues to be a topic of intense, if occasionally ridiculous, fascination.

Whether you see the movie as a cultural masterpiece, a guilty pleasure, or a sparkly black mark on the vampire genre, one thing is certain: it’s here to stay. Robert Pattinson’s ability to laugh at it all while moving on with his career is a lesson for us all. So maybe it’s time to let the hate go—or at least make peace with the fact that vampires sparkle in some universes. After all, isn’t it crazy to be still anchored in it?