The Reports of My Demise Were Greatly Exaggerated: Why Ridiculousness Isn't Going Anywhere

Ah, the internet rumor mill. It spins, it churns, and sometimes, it spits out news that's just a little too good—or bad—to be true. Case in point: the recent, widespread whispers that MTV’s long-running, delightfully silly, and sometimes maddeningly ubiquitous show, 'Ridiculousness,' had finally been put out to pasture. For a moment there, you could almost hear the collective gasp, or maybe a sigh of relief, across social media.

But hold on, because the truth, as it often does, eventually surfaces. And in this particular instance, it turns out those rumors of cancellation were, well, utterly ridiculous. Seriously. The whole brouhaha, in truth, seems to have stemmed from a single, errant post on X (the platform formerly known as Twitter), which then spiraled into a full-blown internet sensation. Honestly, you know how these things go; one person tweets, a thousand more amplify, and suddenly, everyone's convinced a beloved (or begrudgingly tolerated) pop culture staple is no more.

For those who’ve grown accustomed to its ever-present status on MTV’s programming schedule, fear not. 'Ridiculousness,' with its hosts Rob Dyrdek, Sterling 'Steelo' Brim, and the always-vocal Chanel West Coast, is still very much alive and kicking. It’s a remarkable feat, isn’t it? Fourteen years on air, spanning a staggering 46 seasons, and this show — built on the simple, yet undeniably addictive premise of watching viral videos and commenting on them — shows no signs of slowing down. That’s an eternity in TV years, frankly.

And it's a testament, really, to its enduring appeal, however polarizing it might be. You could say it's become a pillar of MTV’s lineup, an almost comforting constant in a sea of ever-changing reality TV. Yes, some viewers might grumble about its constant replays, the way it seems to fill every conceivable programming slot. But then again, maybe that's part of its charm; it's always there, a familiar, easy watch when you just need a chuckle at someone else's expense, often literally.

So, to be absolutely clear: 'Ridiculousness' has not been canceled. New episodes are still being produced, and the gang is still very much in business, dissecting internet mishaps for our viewing pleasure. The show, for all its quirks and its undeniable ubiquity, continues its improbable, incredibly long run, proving once again that sometimes, the simplest ideas are the most resilient. And that, dear reader, is far from ridiculous.