I just wanted to make sure it was really you

Fred Herbert, the boisterous, over-the-top bail bondsman, isn't a real person, but his voice became a hilarious internet meme thanks to prank call soundboards. Clips of his signature lines, booming pronouncements ("I need you to listen very carefully!"), and outrageous claims ("I'm a six-foot-tall, 300-pound Samoan!") exploded online, used to troll unsuspecting victims in calls often ending in chaotic confusion. While some find his schtick annoying, others adore his absurdity, turning him into a pop culture icon, even spawning merchandise and remixes. Whether loved or loathed, one thing's for sure: Fred Herbert's booming voice isn't going silent anytime soon.