In the spring of 2021, Chet Hanks, son of Tom Hanks, sparked controversy with his declaration of a "white boy summer." What initially seemed like a harmless statement quickly evolved into a disturbing slogan for white supremacists and hate groups, as reported by the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism. The phrase has been weaponized on social media platforms like Telegram, used by far-right groups to recruit members, organize violent acts, and promote hatred towards marginalized communities. "White boy summer" now symbolizes a blatant acceptance of white heterosexual masculinity, often perpetuating discrimination against women and people of color. The rapid transformation of Chet Hanks' casual declaration into a hateful rallying cry serves as a stark reminder of the dangerous influence of online rhetoric in fueling extremist ideologies and inciting violence.