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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “The James Bond Sketch” is a rare card of the Cancel & Dramas pack, number 101 of the collection, and the 63rd best-known meme of its 117 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “The James Bond Sketch” meme mean?
This meme is used to point out how a stand-up joke, once filmed and streamed widely, can resurface years later and hit a comedian with backlash it never got in the room. People reference it to highlight the gap between humor that works live and how it lands once stripped of context online, or to mock a public apology that fails to settle the controversy.
Where does the “The James Bond Sketch” meme come from?
In December 2020, a controversy broke out over a clip from Norman's stand-up special streaming on Prime Video. The joke referenced Black actress Lashana Lynch's role in "No Time to Die." Singer Yseult publicly accused the YouTuber of racism and misogyny over the bit. Norman responded on Instagram, stating that the show's content left no doubt about his anti-racist convictions. The controversy hit at a time when Norman, then the third most-subscribed French-language YouTuber, was already reportedly losing views according to business press coverage, amid a broader wave of controversies hitting several major French creators.
- December 2020the controversy breaks out after the clip airs on Prime Video and Yseult's accusation follows
How to use the “The James Bond Sketch” meme
- Calling an old stand-up bit that resurfaces and sparks outrage a "James Bond sketch" moment.
- Referencing it when an Instagram apology fails to cool down a controversy.
- Using it for a stand-up clip that gets taken out of context once posted online.
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The “The James Bond Sketch” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 101 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Cancel & Dramas pack |
| Fame | 65/100 · #63 of 117 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “The James Bond Sketch” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; The James Bond Sketch comes out of the Cancel & Dramas pack as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Norman's James Bond sketch meme?
It refers to the December 2020 controversy over a joke in his stand-up show, streamed on Prime Video, about a Black actress in a James Bond film.
Why was Norman accused of racism?
Singer Yseult called the joke in his show racist and misogynistic after the clip aired, which Norman publicly disputed.
How did Norman respond to the backlash?
He defended himself on Instagram, saying his show's content left no doubt about his anti-racist commitment.
How do I get the The James Bond Sketch meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “The James Bond Sketch” is a rare card of the Cancel & Dramas pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the The James Bond Sketch card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Norman Thavaud — Wikipédia · checked on October 30, 2026.
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