The Unbelievable Truth About Vanderbilt's Chandler Bing
In a surprising twist, Vanderbilt freshman Chandler Bing's bio has gone viral, revealing a shocking secret: he's never watched a single episode of the iconic sitcom 'Friends'. But here's where it gets controversial... is it even possible to have missed this cultural phenomenon?
Chandler Bing, a 3-star prospect from Atlanta, joined Vanderbilt's basketball team in April after an impressive high school career. His bio on the official athletic website includes a unique revelation - a single bullet point stating his unfamiliarity with the show.
In an interview with Paul Skrbina of The Tennessean, Bing clarified that his parents named him without any reference to the show, despite his mother having watched it. He added that he 'never really had a problem' with the name jokes, as he was unaware of the connection until someone pointed it out.
"Once I knew, I realized I'd get those jokes a lot," Bing explained.
And this is the part most people miss... Chandler Bing, the character, became an iconic figure, but our Vanderbilt freshman shares the name only by coincidence. In fact, he's related to Basketball Hall of Famer Dave Bing as a distant cousin, a connection he's yet to explore personally.
"I haven't spoken to him, but my dad knows him well," Chandler shared.
So, what does this mean for the Vanderbilt forward? Well, he can take comfort in knowing he's in good company, even if it's not with the TV character.
But the most surprising aspect of this story is the existence of someone who's never seen 'Friends'. With the show ending in 2004, it's been a syndicated staple for two decades, making it hard to believe someone hasn't stumbled upon it, even by accident.
So, is Chandler Bing's bio a refreshing break from the norm, or a sign that we've become too reliant on pop culture references? What do you think? Let us know in the comments!
