“Collab we didn’t know we need”: Fans react as IShowSpeed chats with Abraham Lincoln impersonator about ending slavery

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YouTuber IShowSpeed met someone who looks very much like Abraham Lincoln, and the meeting took place in Washington, DC. The look-alike began to talk about his wish to end slavery. That moment spread fast online, and many fans called it the "collab we didn’t know we need." The moment became a viral event on X, and the clip was shared by @FearedBuck.

IShowSpeed is a very popular streamer, and Abraham Lincoln is a well-known historical figure. The idea of them meeting, even in passing, drew attention right away. Fans saw it, liked it, and shared it. This short connection entertained his fans.


Fans respond to the unexpected meeting

Fans saw the clip, and they felt it was really entertaining. They felt the chance talk was fun and smart, and it mixed a modern star with history in a way that truly grabbed everyone's attention.

On social media, fans posted short notes. Some wrote, "This made my day." Others said even the idea of the meeting made them laugh. An user @sandislonjsak commented,

"collab we didn’t know we need"

Another user, @JohnneyWeb3, seemed to be extremely entertained as they commented,

"Did IShowSpeed really meet Abraham Lincoln or just discover the world's most dedicated historical reenactor? ROFL"

A netizen @PowerSocialLife commented,

"That’s awesome he does look like Abraham Lincoln"

Another user, @cutielolajean, praised Speed and said,

"speed is by far the most entertaining streamer"

The user @jrcryptex commented,

"Speed always finds the wildest moments"

Another netizen @jrcryptex left a funny comment that reads,

"Only he could turn DC into a comedy show"

The user @DronskiErick commented on how this brought the best of both worlds, history and modern entertainment, and left a comment that reads,

"what a unique encounter. it’s fascinating how history and modern culture collide."

Some fans called it a mini-lesson in history. They said it was nice to remember what Abraham Lincoln stood for, even in a funny moment. Others said it showed how pop culture can mix with history in fun ways.

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What did IShowSpeed do in Washington, DC?

IShowSpeed was in Washington, DC, when he came across a man dressed like Abraham Lincoln. The man was a look-alike, and he talked about ending slavery. That is what the real Abraham Lincoln is known for.

The tweet by FearedBuck said:

"IShowSpeed just met an Abraham Lincoln look-alike in Washington, D.C., and he started talking about how he wanted to end slavery."

The video or post shows they met by chance. The look-alike just began talking, and he said how he wanted to end slavery while they were driving in a car. Fans were truly fascinated by how Speed manages to meet such people and bring up content that his fans love.

Edited by Sroban Ghosh