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You're about to FaceTime a pig man. Make it count. Try one of these:
- Why did you call me at 3am
- Are you and Tim Cheese cool now
- Be honest. Are you alive?
Who is John Pork?
The complete history of the most famous pig on the internet.
The Instagram Era (2018)
Nobody knows exactly who created John Pork. What we know is that sometime around 2017, an anonymous artist started designing a character: a pig-human hybrid in designer clothes with the confidence of a runway model. On September 24, 2018, the first post went live on Instagram (@john.pork) from Doune Castle in Scotland. His bio said it all: "basically the coolest pig in the world." From Palermo, Italy. Based in London. Into fashion, music, and buying shoes. He posted selfies at landmarks, hung out with friends, and lived his life like any other influencer. Except he was a pig. And nobody questioned it.
The Call That Changed Everything (March 2023)
On March 21, 2023, TikToker @rover.joe posted a CapCut edit that made it look like John Pork was calling you on FaceTime. Simple concept. World-ending results. The video hit 2.7 million views in three days. The #johnpork hashtag on TikTok exploded past 900 million views. Suddenly everyone was making "John Pork is calling" edits, and the joke was always the same: he's calling, and you have to decide whether to pick up. Nobody ever did. That was the whole bit.
The Death Hoax (March 27, 2023)
Six days after the meme went nuclear, TikToker @john.porked dropped a video claiming John Pork had died. 6 million views in three days. The story spread fast: John Pork died because nobody ever answered his calls. Some versions said he was found in a river. The internet genuinely mourned a fictional pig man. Tribute videos. Memorial edits. Real tears from people who knew he wasn't real but felt something anyway. The creator eventually confirmed it was fake. But the narrative stuck: John Pork called, nobody picked up, and now he's gone.
Tim Cheese and the Murder Mystery (2024)
The lore didn't stop at a death hoax. In 2024, a new character entered the story: Tim Cheese, an anthropomorphic mouse who fans alleged was responsible for John Pork's death. The fan-made conspiracy went deep. Tim Cheese supposedly killed John Pork in April 2023 and then went on a spree, taking out Freakbob, Smurf Cat, and Quandale Dingle. It was elaborate, completely made up, and the internet treated it like a true crime documentary. The "Free John Pork" movement was born.
The Dublin Protests and Jeopardy! (2025)
On April 5, 2025, TikToker @darraghomurchu organized a real-life "Free John Pork" protest in Dublin, Ireland. People actually showed up. There were signs, chants, parody music, and conspiracy theory speeches about Tim Cheese. Then in October 2025, Jeopardy! included a clue about John Pork, describing him as "the pig/human eventually killed by Tim Cheese." Host Ken Jennings had to apologize for the phrasing. A pig man meme made it to network television game shows.
The John Pork Family
John Pork isn't alone. His sister Lola Pork (@lola.pork) appeared on Instagram in August 2023, and fan lore has expanded the family to include wife Mary Pork and children John Jr. and Sarah. The original John Pork Instagram account peaked at around 300,000 followers. A song called "You're Calling John Pork" was released on Spotify, SoundCloud, and Apple Music on April 19, 2023.
Why John Pork Works
A FaceTime call implies agency. John Pork isn't just sitting there. He's calling you. He's waiting. He's insisting on your attention. The humor comes from treating it completely seriously. There's no punchline. Just a pig man calling you and everyone acting like it's the most important event of their lives. That's why this site exists. He called. Now you can finally pick up.
How to Talk to John Pork
1. Pick Up. He's been calling since 2023. Billions saw it. Nobody ever picked up. You're about to be the one who actually answers.
2. Say Something. He's looking at you. He's listening. Ask him about Palermo, Tim Cheese, the death hoax. He has opinions.
3. Prove It Happened. Nobody's going to believe you FaceTimed John Pork unless you send them the link.
Frequently Asked Questions about John Pork AI
Who is John Pork?
John Pork is one of the biggest meme characters ever. He first showed up on Instagram in 2018 as a pig-human fashion model from Palermo, Italy, posting selfies at castles and calling himself "basically the coolest pig in the world." In March 2023, a TikTok made it look like he was FaceTiming you, and the #johnpork hashtag blew past 900 million views. Then came the death hoax, the Tim Cheese murder conspiracy, protests in Dublin, and a Jeopardy! clue. He's internet royalty.
Can I really talk to John Pork?
Yes. For real. When you accept the call, you're in a live video conversation with John Pork. He can see you through your camera, hear you through your mic, and he responds to whatever you say. It's the FaceTime call the internet always joked about, except now it's actually happening.
Is it free?
Completely free. No account, no sign-up, no catch. Just hit accept and start talking. John Pork doesn't charge for his time.
How does this work?
When you accept the call, your camera and microphone connect to a live video session. John Pork sees what you see, hears what you say, and responds naturally in real time. It feels like a FaceTime call because that's exactly what it's built to be.
Is John Pork dead?
No. The John Pork death hoax started on March 27, 2023, when a TikTok claimed he died because nobody ever answered his calls. It got 6 million views and the internet genuinely mourned him. But the creator confirmed it was all fake. John Pork is alive, and now you can call him to verify for yourself.
Who is Tim Cheese?
Tim Cheese is an anthropomorphic mouse character who fans accused of murdering John Pork. According to fan-made lore from 2024, Tim Cheese killed John Pork in April 2023 and also went after Freakbob, Smurf Cat, and Quandale Dingle. The conspiracy was completely made up, deeply elaborate, and led to the "Free John Pork" protest movement.
Does John Pork have a sister?
Yes. Lola Pork appeared on Instagram (@lola.pork) in August 2023. Fan lore has expanded the family further, giving John Pork a wife named Mary Pork and kids named John Jr. and Sarah.
Was John Pork on Jeopardy!?
Yes. In October 2025, Jeopardy! featured a clue about John Pork, describing him as "the pig/human eventually killed by Tim Cheese." Host Ken Jennings had to apologize for the way it was worded. A pig man internet meme became a clue on national television.
Is John Pork a real person?
John Pork was created by an anonymous artist around 2017. He's a fictional character: a pig-human hybrid who lives as a fashion model from Palermo, Italy. Nobody knows who's behind the original Instagram account. On this site, you're talking to John Pork through a live video experience that lets him see you, hear you, and respond in real time.
Is it private?
Yes. What happens on the call stays on the call. Check our privacy policy if you want the full details.
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