Creator Drama
El Risitas Passing
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By the numbers: this timeline documents 7 events from Nov 30, -0001 to Apr 28, 2021, drawn from 3 sources.
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Background
Juan Joya Borja, known by his stage name El Risitas, was a Spanish comedian and actor who gained widespread popularity in 2015 due to a series of memes based on a television interview recorded in 2007.
He was recognizable for his high-pitched, wheezing laugh, which led to his nickname and made him a beloved figure in internet meme culture, particularly with the KEKW emote on Twitch.
The timeline
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First TV Appearance
El Risitas appeared on Jesús Quintero's show El Vagamundo, marking the beginning of his television career.[1412]
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Ratones Coloraos Interview
El Risitas appeared on Jesús Quintero's show Ratones Coloraos, where he shared a story that would later become a viral meme.[1412]
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Meme Emerges on Reddit
The El Risitas meme started to gain traction on Reddit, with users creating parodies and subtitles for his interview.[1413]
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Meme Goes Viral
The El Risitas meme became widely popular, with millions of views on YouTube and appearances in various parodies and memes.[1412]
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Hospitalization
El Risitas was hospitalized due to his struggles with diabetes and other illnesses.[1413]
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Passing of El Risitas
Juan Joya Borja, aka El Risitas, passed away at the age of 65.[1409]
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Tributes Pour In
Fans and fellow streamers paid tribute to El Risitas, remembering his contributions to internet meme culture and the joy he brought to many.[1413]
Frequently asked
What was El Risitas' real name?
Juan Joya Borja
What was the KEKW emote?
A Twitch emote featuring El Risitas' face, used to express happiness or laughter
How did El Risitas become famous?
Through a series of memes based on a 2007 television interview, which became widely popular in 2015
Related drama
Sources
- twitter.com, PostPost[Hilo👇] Nos ha dejado Juan Joya Borja, 'El Risitas', mítico personaje televisivo que hizo famosa la coletilla «cuñaaaao» y por sus programas con Jesús Quintero. Recordamos su historia en este , Jul 25, 2026.
- en.wikipedia.org, From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Joya and the second or maternal family name is Borja. El RisitasJoya in 2015BornJuan Joya Borja5 April 1956, Jul 25, 2026.
- enstarz.com, The man behind the El Risitas meme or the KEKW Guy that went viral over the years has died today, Apr. 28. In the US, the meme is best known as Spanish Laughing Guy.Comedian and TV personality Juan Jo, Jul 25, 2026.