Even if you haven’t heard of the Mandela Effect, you’ve likely experienced it. It’s a phenomenon where a significant number of people have the same false memory about a fact. It all started when people thought Nelson Mandela passed away in prison in the
'80s, resulting in complete shock
when they heard
of his death
in 2013.
Conspiracy stories continued, with some people even claiming they recalled news clips and TV coverage of Mandela’s funeral. In actuality, the activist was released from prison, became the president of South Africa, and lived for three decades afterwards.
Check out this gallery to see some more mind-boggling instances of the Mandela Effect—you’re guaranteed to be spooked by at least one!