The stars of the beloved CBS sitcom celebrated the show’s 25th anniversary last week
When it comes to the viral Kevin James meme that has been making the rounds lately, Leah Remini is here for it!
After an old photo of her former costar as his Kings of queens image went viral on the Internet, the 53-year-old actress reacted to the image that was circulating and the vague feelings it evoked.
“I wanted to let you all know that I see everyone King of Queens memes and tweets and I absolutely love them,” Remini wrote in a tweet on X (formerly known as Twitter). “Thank you for 25 years of wonderful memories!”
Leah Remini and Kevin James Pay Tribute to ‘King of Queens’ at Show’s 25th Anniversary: ’So Grateful’
In the photo, James can be seen smiling shyly at the camera, tilting his head and shrugging his shoulders slightly with his hands in his pockets. The photo has since been circulating on social media, with users finding funny statements to go along with the photo.
“‘you my friend thinks you’re cute’ friend: [James photo]” read one tweet.
“‘I’ll try if you try’ Me: [James photo],” to read one more.
The meme comes shortly after the actor Kings of Queens celebrated the 25th anniversary of the beloved CBS sitcom.
The series, which premiered on September 21, 1998, ran for nine seasons until May 2007. It followed middle-class married couple Doug (James) and Carrie Heffernan (Remini) as they lived in Queens, New York with the latter’s father, Arthur Spooner (portrayed by the late Jerry Stiller).
Kevin James and Leah Remini in the movie ‘King of Queens’.
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Celebrating the milestone, Remini posted a heartfelt tribute to a “really special show” on Instagram, raving about her cast and fans of the show. She also shared a fun clip from one of the show’s episodes, in which Carrie buys Doug a shirt from the “Big and Tall Store.”
“By the time I signed on as Carrie Heffernan, I had gone through hundreds of auditions, been cast in many pilots and some short-lived series, and finally I was offered King of Queens,” she wrote in her caption. “As soon as the first season began production, I knew I was home, and I’m blessed to be able to say that I was a part of a truly special series that spanned nine seasons and 207 episodes and still lives successfully in syndication .”
“I want to let you all know that I see comments where you say you fall asleep every night King of Queensthat you got through a tough day and tough times in your life,” she continued, “that you laughed for the first time in your day watching us, or that you watch several episodes a day, or that you and your family bonded over watching the episodes in transmission.”
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Kevin James and Leah Remini in the movie ‘King of Queens’.
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“It means a lot to me in the world and I am very grateful for this experience that lasts and lasts,” Remini concluded her recognition.
James, 58, also shared a photo of the three stars on Instagram at the time and expressed his gratitude for the show in a touching post of his own.
“25 years ago today we broadcast,” he wrote in the caption. “So incredibly blessed to ride with the insanely talented @leahremini and Jerry Stiller. I love you both so much. and thank you to the BIGGEST FANS in the world 🌎 I LOVE YOU! 🙏❤️.”
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All nine seasons King of Queens are available to stream on Peacock.
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