Strahan asked a pointed question about federal worker policies earlier this year, but Leavitt didn’t hesitate — she shot back with a razor-sharp comeback that left the studio buzzing. Viewers watching at home quickly turned the moment into memes, clips, and jokes across X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram. (Fox News)
In a clip that’s been shared widely, Leavitt’s confidence — and quick verbal reflexes — seemed to flip the tone of the interview. Fans online erupted with laughter and applause, with many social media users praising her delivery and calling it a “mic-drop moment.” (the-sun.com)
And then came the nicknames.
The Funniest New Nicknames Fans Are Calling Her
From the playful to the surreal, social media users got creative:
- “Press Barbie with the Cold Reply” — a mash-up of her fashion choices and her icy takedown in the moment. (The Times of India)
- “The Pink Power Press Sec” — in homage to her bold public style. (The Times of India)
- “Leavitt the Interruptor” — trending alongside memes where she’s shown literally cutting through questions.
Even late-night memes joked that Strahan, an NFL Hall of Famer turned morning show host, didn’t see her comeback coming. The exchange was recut into GIFs, reaction videos, and animated remixes that now circulate alongside clips of celebrity and sports highlights. (Fox News)
Leavitt, who has previously made headlines both for her fiery press briefings and public persona, didn’t comment directly on the nickname craze — but fans didn’t need official acknowledgment to run with it. (the-sun.com)
