40+ Funny People Who Know Exactly What Self-Irony Is

Let’s be real here — epic fails and embarrassing incidents happen to all of us, even famous people. The important thing is not the failure itself but how you react to it. In order to avoid humiliation, or save face, you have to be able to laugh at yourself. The people on this list did exactly that, proving that self-irony can help in absolutely any situation. Keep scrolling to laugh along with them!

Braceface

In today’s world of social media platforms and apps, you can transform yourself into pretty much anyone you want. There are tons of filters that can turn you into anything — from an animal to a celebrity to your very own grandmother.

So, when this Snapchat user here decided to put a filter over her face, we bet she wasn’t expecting the cartoon version of herself! Still, she did manage to crack a pretty funny joke, even though it was at her own expense!

Wayne’s World!

What started out as a popular Saturday Night Live sketch turned into one of the greatest cult classics of all time. The original sketch featured Mike Myers and Dana Carvey as basement-dwelling, babe-obsessed, diehard rock fans.

Before long, the sketch was turned into a film and released in 1992 — and people were into it! Just because you’re into it, though, doesn’t mean you need to transform yourself into Garth! We’re only teasing, but it is funny that this gal here made the connection.

“How Would I Know?”

Considered one of the most influential people in Hollywood, there’s no denying that Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the finest actors of his generation. Over the years, he has received numerous nominations for his outstanding performances, and yet, he didn’t actually win his first — and only — Oscar until 2016 for The Revenant.

The image that you guys see here is moments after he was handed the award. Naturally, the iconic actor had to make a joke about never having won an Academy Award before.

National Donut Day

You may be wondering — why are cops often associated with donuts? Well, because many police officers do have to work long, odd hours, the options for food in the wee hours of the night or morning haven’t always been plentiful.

According to the former chief of the Seattle Police Department, “Graveyard cops in the ’40s and ’50s had few choices. They could pack lunch, pray for an all-night diner on their route, or fill up on donuts […] They were cheap and convenient.” In any event, it’s nice to see cops like this one here crack a joke at themselves over the stereotype.