RIPCoryMonteith

Twitter 2013-07 entertainment peaked Updated 2026-02-10
Early 2010s Massive scale 1 billion+ lifetime posts

First documented in July 2013 on Twitter. Reached peak activity at an earlier point and has since moderated to lower-frequency use.

Also known as: cory monteith

#RIPCoryMonteith

Memorial hashtag for Glee star Cory Monteith who died of overdose in July 2013 at age 31.

Quick Facts

PropertyValue
PeakJuly 13, 2013
Age at Death31 years old
Known ForFinn Hudson on Glee
CauseHeroin and alcohol overdose

Origin & Impact

The hashtag trended globally on July 13, 2013, when news broke that Cory Monteith was found dead in a Vancouver hotel room. The Glee star’s death shocked fans and sparked conversations about addiction, with many praising his previous openness about struggling with substance abuse.

Lea Michele, his co-star and girlfriend, along with the Glee cast and Fox network, shared emotional tributes. The show dedicated episodes to his character and addressed addiction directly. The hashtag resurges on his death anniversary, with fans remembering both his talent and the importance of addiction awareness.

  • #Glee
  • #AddictionAwareness
  • #RIP
  • #RememberingCory

References

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