About National Hug a Kevin Day

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National Hug a Kevin Day originated in 2017 with ABC, an American television network. Its purpose was to promote its show "Kevin Can F*k Himself."

The objective of National Hug a Kevin Day (aside from driving viewership to the show) was to gain an entry in the Guinness Book of World Records for the most hugs in a single day. That didn't happen. The series was canceled after one season.

Of course, like most things on the internet, confusion surrounds the day, with various sites declaring April 20 or October 3 as Kevin Day and leaving it up to the Xsphere (previously Twittersphere) to decide. However, with the deposing of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy on October 3, 2023, the first time a speaker has been removed in US history, that date may go down in history. The original day, regardless, is October 10.

Origin of the name "Kevin"

Originating from the Irish name "Caoimhín" (pronounced "kee-veen"), the name Kevin is derived from the Old Irish "coem," meaning "kind, gentle, handsome," and "gein," meaning "birth." Historically, Saint Caoimhín, anglicized as Saint Kevin, was a 6th-century Irish monk who founded the monastery of Glendalough in County Wicklow, Ireland. Over time, the name's popularity spread beyond Ireland, especially into English-speaking countries.

Notable Kevins:
Kevin Costner - An award-winning American actor, film director, and producer known for roles in television and film, including "Dances with Wolves," "Yellowstone," and "Field of Dreams."
Kevin Hart - American comedian, actor, and producer recognized for his stand-up specials and roles in films like "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" and "Central Intelligence."
Kevin Bacon - Namesake for the popular party game "Six Degrees of Keven Bacon," in which people name others who are associated with him by varying degrees, the acclaimed American actor is featured in movies including "Footloose," "A Few Good Men," and "Apollo 13."
Kevin Spacey - American actor and producer known for his roles in "American Beauty," "The Usual Suspects," and the television series "House of Cards," though his reputation tanked in recent years due to accusations of sexual impropriety.
Kevin Durant - Professional American basketball player, NBA MVP, and multiple-time NBA champion.
Kevin Garnett - Retired professional American basketball player, 2004 NBA MVP, and NBA champion in 2008 with the Boston Celtics.
Kevin Kline - American actor known for his roles in movies like "A Fish Called Wanda," "In & Out," and "The Big Chill."
Kevin Smith - American filmmaker, actor, and public speaker known for creating films such as "Clerks," "Mallrats," and "Dogma."
Kevin Jonas - American musician and actor, a member of the pop rock band the Jonas Brothers.
Kevin Feige - American film producer and president of Marvel Studios, credited with creating the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The name reached its height of popularity in the United States in the early 1960s and in Germany in the 1990s after the release of "Home Alone," a film where the protagonist is named Kevin.