Eminem has always been known for his intense stare, stone-cold expressions, and razor-sharp lyricism — rarely flashing a smile in public. But one fan’s recent viral comment might’ve just explained it in the most unexpected (and hilarious) way:
“I know why Eminem doesn’t smile. Cause when he smiles, he looks like a lesbian.”
The comment, dropped casually under a meme post, exploded online with fans laughing, debating, and resharing the post across platforms. Some took it as pure internet humor, while others called it disrespectful. Either way, the comment lit up fan forums, with many users jokingly agreeing that “serious Em hits harder.”
To be fair, Eminem’s “no smile” look has become part of his brand — the brooding, unbothered, lyrical assassin vibe.
But longtime fans know that when Marshall Mathers does smile (and yes, he does sometimes), it’s usually for something genuinely meaningful — like moments with his daughter Hailie, personal milestones, or when he’s trolling someone on stage.
While the “lesbian smile” comment was clearly made as a joke, it’s a reminder of how powerful — and sometimes brutal — fan culture can be in the age of memes and viral commentary. And knowing Eminem, if he saw the comment? He’d probably roast himself better than anyone else could.
Because if there’s one person who can take a joke — or turn it into a diss track — it’s Slim Shady.