And, of course, there are more characters to be explored than just SpongeBob, Patrick, and Squidward. "I wouldn't be surprised if there was a [major] Mrs. Puff or Sandy meme in the future," Wong ...

Since launching on May 1, 1999, the Nickelodeon series has become a cultural phenomenon, spurring a series of beloved memes ... friends. Spongebob had Patrick, Mr. Krabs had Mrs. Puff, and ...