The phrase is associated with Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, whose direct and unfiltered speaking style made many of his remarks easy to clip and share. Short excerpts like this one spread through Filipino meme pages, reaction videos and soundboard sites, where the phonetic spelling 'may gad' reflects how the English phrase sounds in his delivery. It remains popular because the reaction is instantly understood across languages, working as a quick shorthand for shock, disbelief or mock horror at something absurd.
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A short clip of Rodrigo Duterte exclaiming 'My God' in disbelief, used in memes and reaction videos to highlight shocking or absurd moments.
This brief clip captures Rodrigo Duterte delivering the phrase 'My God' in his distinctive, gravelly voice, with a tone that mixes surprise, exasperation and disbelief. Lasting just over a second and a half, it is abrupt and punchy, making the reaction feel immediate rather than rehearsed. The delivery is blunt and conversational, which is why it lands so well when dropped over an unexpected twist, a failed plan or a statement that is hard to believe. Listeners instantly recognise the incredulous mood, even without seeing the original footage, and the short length makes it easy to repeat for comic emphasis.
