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Charming Consolatory Cupcakes

These Treats Will Soothe the Benedict Cumberbatch Emmy Loss

— September 23, 2013 — Lifestyle
These Delightfully Cake cupcakes allow fans to eat their feelings while dealing with the Benedict Cumberbatch Emmy upset. The British actor did not take home the award for his role in Parade's End, which his fans will surely take offense to. Cumberbatch is in good company, as the 65th Emmy Awards were full of unusual wins and memorial moments. This spawned the trending topic #weirdemmys during the broadcast, as viewers and attendees alike noted the strange turn of events.

An Indonesian fan baked these Benedict Cumberbatch cupcakes depicting the actor in a variety of roles, including his Emmy nominated part of Christopher Tietjens. The Benedict Cumberbatch Emmy loss may be tragic, but eating a frosting version of the Sherlock actor, or even an entire batch, will likely soothe broken hearts around the world.
Trend Themes
1. Cupcake Therapy - The trend of using cupcakes as a form of emotional support or consolation, such as the Benedict Cumberbatch themed cupcakes for fans dealing with his Emmy loss.
2. Celebrity-themed Treats - The trend of creating baked goods or treats that are inspired by or feature celebrity figures, like the Benedict Cumberbatch cupcakes.
3. Hashtag Moments - The trend of using hashtags to capture and discuss unusual or memorable events, such as the #weirdemmys hashtag generated during the 65th Emmy Awards.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - Bakeries can take advantage of the cupcake therapy trend by offering themed cupcakes for different occasions or emotional support.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can explore opportunities in creating celebrity-themed merchandise, including licensed food products like celebrity-inspired cupcakes.
3. Social Media - Social media platforms can enhance their features to promote and track hashtag moments during live events, providing users with a more engaging and interactive experience.
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