Overview

• The debate originated from a viral X post on April 24 by Michael Sherrills, garnering over 288 million views and sparking widespread online discussion.
• Experts, including primatologists Tara Stoinski and Kaleb Judd, suggest that 100 men could theoretically overpower a gorilla through coordination and endurance, despite significant casualties.
• Influencers like MrBeast and public figures such as Sen. Tim Sheehy have joined the conversation, highlighting the debate's cultural reach.
• PETA criticized the framing of the question, urging a focus on ethical considerations and wildlife preservation rather than hypothetical combat.
• Simulations and AI models have provided mixed outcomes, with some highlighting human advantages and others exaggerating the gorilla's strength or size.