The author reflects on the surreal experience of seeing an ex-boyfriend become a famous actor, mixing amusement, nostalgia, and a touch of disbelief. She describes the oddity of watching someone she once knew intimately now being celebrated by strangers—a moment that’s equal parts funny and jarring.

Editor’s Note: Ever scrolled through Instagram and stumbled upon someone from your past who’s now inexplicably famous? This piece taps into that universal "wait, what?" feeling—blending personal history with the weirdness of modern fame. It’s relatable for anyone who’s ever wondered how life twists paths in ways you’d never predict.