Jack Carlson, the man behind the viral “Succulent Chinese Meal” clip, passes away at 82

Jack Carlson, the man responsible for one of the most viral clips in Australian history, has passed away at the age of 82. The small-time criminal gained fame in 2009 when a clip of his dramatic 1991 arrest outside a Chinese restaurant in Brisbane went viral.

In the video, Carlson can be heard shouting, “To eat? A delicious Chinese meal!” as he resisted a line of officers. His other famous lines, “Gentlemen, this is the manifestation of democracy” and “Remove your hand from my penis,” have also become immortalized in internet culture.

The clip inspired thousands of memes, music remixes, reaction videos, and even tattoos. Carlson’s family confirmed his passing after a battle with prostate cancer.

Despite his criminal past, Carlson always maintained that the 1991 incident was a case of mistaken identity. He lived a colorful life filled with adventures, including three prison escapes and confrontations with authorities.

Condolences poured in on social media after news of his death. Chris Reason, the reporter who covered the infamous brawl, wrote, “His words will be remembered for generations to come.”

Mr. Watt, the policeman who arrested Carlson in 1991 and formed a close friendship with him in recent years, remembered him as a larger than life man with a big heart. “It’s a sad day for Australia. We have lost a true colorful personality,” he said.

Jack Carlson’s legacy will live on through the iconic video that captured a moment of chaos and humor that resonated with people across the country.