Black people, yet again, had a remarkable influence on the internet this year.
From taking stances for social justice to creating viral challenges that kept us entertained, black social media users proved just how influential their power is. They raised awareness about police brutality with #BlackLivesMatter, provided education on mental health issues with #YouGoodMan and gave us some much-needed laughter with memes galore.
Relive some of the good that came out of 2016 with these 18 times black people won the internet.
#SoGoneChallenge
When Luke Cage shut down Netflix
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#YouGoodMan
This photo of the Obamas oozing with black love
Joe and Barack memes
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MannequinChallenge
#BeingABlackGirlIsLit
Mr. Krabs Blur Meme
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Arthur memes
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#BlackBoyJoy
#CarefreeBlackKids
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Dark Kermit memes
Simone Manuel's win
#BlackLivesMatter
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