TikTok officially shuts down in the US—fans hilariously ask "Wait, can you VPN bypass the ban?"

The TikTok ban proved once again that things don't always go our way, no matter the public support. The ban came into effect and left millions of Gen Zs to do something they had never done before: come together and put their heads together. The app that was known for viral dances, dangerous, arguably crazy stunts, and people getting into your face on the street asking, "Which restaurant is your favorite?" has now left the room.

While the app is mostly remembered for cringe content, let's not forget it also gave rise to many great things. It gave us more variety of entertainment and ended Hollywood's monopoly. People who became famous on TikTok reached celebrity status, which made many Hollywood celebrities join the app.

Banning the app may not have left a dent in Hollywood's pocket, but it sure is worrisome for content creators relying on the app for income. Those content creators who worked from the comfort of their homes will finally shut off their ring lights and come out of the darkness to integrate into society.

The shutdown, while anticipated, still comes as a terrible shock, and everyone has gone into a frenzy. People took to X to voice their dismay and heartbreak over the decision. Some creative minds expressed themselves with funny memes and reactions.

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Hilarious fan reaction to TikTok shutdown that will crack you up

Here are some funny reactions to the shutdown that are bound to make you laugh and feel bad for TikTokers.

Short answer: No. Long answer: no, you cannot. (via @burntques0/X)

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The only app I use is the calculator. (via @evanverse7/X)

Feeling like the Volturi because I feel nothing when the world is gripped with depression because they can't dance in front of a camera anymore.

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Correction: US Gen Z and the endless TikTok scrollers, right now. (via @the cinemadog/X)

The pain is too much to bear, and Joel knows how that feels.

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Delete the app and move on with life, I suppose. (via @AlexTanooki/X)

Kim is thinking about where to post her collabs with North now.

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We blame the creators. (via @remvics/X)

Maybe Tom Cotton did it because he felt bad about not having enough followers.

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He is trying to think of ways to avoid X becoming the next TikTok. (via @DonConnie77/X)

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Every TikTokker right now: ... (via @arianaunext/X)

It must feel like losing a part of us that was infinitely more interesting. What is left to talk about?

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Thanks for the memories and the viral dances. (via @suayrez/X)

Every TikTok content creator is as paralyzed as Chris was in this scene.

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SYKE! (via @KittyCommitteeX/X)

Burying our faces like an ostrich won't make the reality go away.

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Another lesson: Always have a backup plan. (via @Rashousmane/X)

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This video was TikTok gold. (via @schuld_eth/X)

The cinematography in this collab is better than most of the movies today.

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The ban is like Alexander, who wants to conquer the whole world. (via Ziyechman/X)

Orges living in a cave, in an imaginary world, seem to be the only beings unaffected.

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Elon Musk's nightmare. (@HasH_Holder/X)

While the world was dancing to viral music, some of the creative minds were building a strong following on X.

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It's called a sneak attack. (@eternalcumslime/X)

This is the proper way to send off a loved one.

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US Govt be like: I'm doing this tonight; you're probably gonna start a fight. (via @s3cr38/X)

This seems like a great opportunity to use this song after the Deadpool movie.

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Not the worst idea. Everyone could use a little support now. (via @Asdogsnft/X)

A toast, and then we can get back to scrolling Instagram.

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Indeed. That also includes people who didn't use the app or their voices. (via @fopminui/X)

Jim spitting facts, as always.

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Brother asked a good question. (via @flowzki/X)

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US Govt: Never let them know your next move.

TikTokkers: ... (via @The_Ogna/X)

The only appropriate response for this situation.

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There is always a Season 2. (via @Truthful_ast/X)

Nothing is ever truly over. Not yet.

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China always has a replacement ready. (via @arianaunext/X)

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Customer: And can I get the...

TikTokker: You're done, you're done. (via @ItzMeDomino/X)

Let's hope TikTok is revived before they take any harsh decisions.

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TikTok may have shut down, but the hopes of millions of Americans have not. Most remain hopeful they will find a way to become viral one way or the other. Until then, it's goodbye TikTok, and we hope to see you soon.