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The Academy Awards present Oscars to the best supporting actors for a reason. A lot of important things happen in the background! To highlight this, Bored Panda has compiled a list of pictures where the foreground isn't supposed to be the main focus, and they will definitely make you look twice. From savage photobombs to things that were probably supposed to stay out of the frame and more, most of these surprising images are a once-in-a-lifetime type of shots their photographers will be telling their grandchildren about. Scroll down to check them out and upvote your favorites! And while you're at it, fire up these 10+ Of The Worst Selfie Fails By People Who Forgot To Check The Background.
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#1
Hollywood Smile
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#2
Queen Elizabeth Deciding To Join In On Australian Field Hockey Player Jayde Taylor's Selfie
#3
It's Behind Me... Isn't It?
#4
Kid In Background Of News Report Gets Stuck In His Lifejacket
#6
The Old Lady Is A Slash Fan, But She Doesn't Know Slash Is Standing Behind Her
#7
Best Accidental Photobomb Ever
#8
Well That's An Impressive Photobomb
Moose Merrick 7 years ago
My "friend" once stopped me from seeing a whale breaching by standing in front of it. TOBYN POUND STANLEY I KNOW IT WAS YEARS AGO BUT I'M STILL MAD
#9
Took A Picture Of A Man And Daughter At A Coffee Shop To Show Them What They Would Look Like In 10 Years
#10
Not Everyone Had A Greatest Night...
#11
Got A Picture With Woody In Times Square...
#12
We're So Happy Fiona Could Be There On Our Special Day
Aisha La Gatta Pelirroja 7 years ago
Patrick! What the hell are you doing with that skinny bi**h?!
#13
Took A Picture With My Friends, Later Noticed The Cops In The Background
#14
He Looks Stunning
#15
My Sister Was Taking Pictures Of My Nephew At School And The Little Guy In The Back Looks Miserable
#16
Selfie Photo Bomb... Nailed It
#17
My Daughter Thought This Was Her. Bonus: My Son In The Background
#18
Cheerleading Practice
#19
Tim Duncan's Accidental Photobomb
#20
Cute Couple Picture
#21
I'm Pretty Sure They Don't Even Know Each Other
#22
Leaning Tower Of Pisa
#23
Unicorns Aren't The Only Things That Poop Rainbows...
Danish Dynomummy 7 years ago
Aww, cant wait to find my golden furball at the end of the rainbow
#24
Photo Bombed By Batman
#25
On Vacation In California With My Best Friend And Took A Picture With Perfect Timing
#26
Horses, Such Elegant Creatures
#27
The Best Picture I Have Ever Taken
#28
Largest Photobomb Ever?
#29
Halloween 1989. That's Me On The Right. My Sister Is Behind Me And About To Have A Really Bad Day
#30
That's A Cemetery In The Background
Talia Johnson 7 years ago
Weeeeell, they say quiet, but those groans and cries of 'brains' can get pretty tiresome...
#31
My Friend Caught The Bouquet. That Is Her Boyfriend In The Background
Josie Jones 7 years ago
I don't know why everyone thinks he's not up to her standards? You're only saying that because he's heavy. Not everyone likes six packs or guys that are super thin. Heavy guys are cuddly, strong, happy and usually self confident.
Outatime 7 years ago
There is a whole picture blog post about these two and the abuse they have gotten just because people think she's too hot for him. She actually had to make a whole slideshow explaining to people that he is sweet, attentive, funny, etc etc etc and that she is truly the lucky one. They are married now and seem incredibly happy together. People should zip it and let them be. Perhaps take a lesson from them and commit to someone you love and who loves you back not whoever looks the best on your arm.
Bekah Jazmine 7 years ago
Wait they seriously had to do that?! That's horrible!! Geez leave people alone if they are together and are happy then geez people shoosh ><
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Sierra Batten 7 years ago
I will never understand why people cant just love one another without there being a reason behind it.
Angie Scanes 7 years ago
Think you should all read this: https://www.godvine.com/read/girl-defends-boyfriend-being-called-fat-on-the-internet-979.html
Laura Mencini 7 years ago
I read about the story of this girl and her BF. They are so in love and they (I believe) were trolled on the internet because of the fact she is a beautiful woman and he is this perception (to some) of a not so beautiful man. It doesn't matter whether hes beautiful or not, he is beautiful to her and that is all that matters...in relation to this photo though, it shows his humour and hers also and I really hope they work out !
Kelly Howard 7 years ago
I know them personally and they got married a few months back. Happy couple.
Christina Sersif 7 years ago
This actually was a story on fb. They ended up getting married and people would shame him because he's a lot bigger than her. They would say she deserves better. I have a feeling someone took this picture and claimed it as otherwise.
Lisa Evans 3 years ago
Can't help but think that's her dad next to the boyfriend. He doesn't look happy either. lol
Annabeth Chase 4 years ago
I agree with the comment below me. And the comments below that one? I have no words for them. You people must be rude and obviously, do not know what love is. I am sorry to be so rude but it is true.
BarryAllenTheFlash 7 years ago
*too* Plus, why should her looks determine if she is good enough for him or not?
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r3dd3v1lL 7 years ago
Or he's an attentive lover, who is very skilled in the art of cunnilingus.
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#32
I Was Trying To Take A Nice Photo Of My Cat When I Noticed The Neighbours Cat In The Background
#33
A Lady's Hairdo In The Background Makes It Look Like Chewbacca Is Lurking
#34
My Son Has Conquered The Photobomb
#35
Some Friends Took A Picture And Later Realized That The People In The Background Were Stuffing A Baby In A Cannon
Caroline Murphy 7 years ago
What's wrong with that? I did that to my niece last week. We live in Somerset, England.. She ended up in Scotland
#36
Just Found This Cute Picture Of Me And My Cousin, And My Psycho Brother In The Background
#37
Monopoly Man In Background During Equifax Senate Hearing
#38
Baby Photobomb
#39
Groom's Sister Passed Out At The Exact Moment The Judge Said "You May Kiss The Bride"
#40
I Took This Picture Trying To Get A Fun Candid Of The Bride And Groom. Best Choice Ever
#41
Thought I Took A Great Picture Of My Dog Then I Noticed The K9 Centipede In The Background
#42
My Friends Dog In The Background And Her Sons T-Shirt Match Perfectly
#43
Duck With Burning Background
#44
My Brother Posted A Picture On His Birthday. Upon Seeing It I Immediately Started Laughing At Who He Captured In The Background
#45
Attack Of The Butterfly
#46
Perfect Timing Selfie
#47
It Was That Moment, He Knew He Wanted More
#48
The Look Of A Man Who Spend $1000+ On A Seat To Try And Watch A Game Behind Hodor
#49
A Friend Of Mine Posted A Baby Pic Of Her At Disney... Everyone Was Wayy More Intrigued By What Was Happening In The Background
#50
Got A New Tux Today And Decided To Get A Picture. I Accidentally Sent This To My Girlfriend
The backdrop of a photograph often holds a treasure trove of unexpected events, much like the best supporting actors at the Oscars who add value to the main story without stealing the spotlight.
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#51
When You Get The Prime Spot So The Guy At The Back Has To Propose By A Bench
#52
Accidental Photo Bomb
#53
I Took This Selfie Of Me And My Friend In Nyc And Only Realized The Strategically Placed Person In The Background When I Got Back (Brandon & Jac)
#54
Oh No
#55
My Mother Sent Me This Picture, Saying "Look At The Cool New Door I Just Got For The Garden!"... No Mention Of Why There Was A Ravaging Prairie Fire In The Background...
#56
Girlfriend Caught A Pickpocket In Action
#57
Went To A Petting Zoo. Friend Got Stepped On By A Pig. I Couldn't Have Planned These Pictures If I'd Tried!
#58
Had A Caption Until The Lady In The Background Nailed It For Me
Ladies and Gentlemen 7 years ago
I want to say, but its odd to say. That I had it. Actually I consumed it, err that's wrong too. I ate it, nope. Ok, for those don't know, its a jelly snake, now read above sentences again without your mind being dirty!
#59
I Sent This Picture To Most Of My Family. I Just Now Noticed What My Dad Did To My Fridge In The Background... (Me And My Brother's Names Are Nick And Nate)
#60
Happy Birthday Kelley
#61
Look At How Long This Gummy Worm I Found Is!
#62
Senior Picture Background Fail
#63
The Art In The Background Makes Appear Like My 1-Year-Old Daughter Is Holding Some Kind Of Melee Weapon
#64
Tried To Look Talented In The Background Of A Family Portrait. Failed
#65
I Took A Selfie And Saw Myself 20 Years In The Future (I'm Wearing Khakis Too)
#66
He Seams To Really Dislike Her Bag
#67
Canopy In The Background Makes It Look Like Dj Khaled Just Graduated
Katie and Jared Coates 7 years ago
I was gonna make a joke.. But it was inappropriate. Aw, what the hell. Was it p*ssy-eating school?
#68
Her Friend To The Left Doesn't Look Fine
#69
My Facebook Friend Met Ed O'Neill And The Guy Behind Her Can't F**king Believe It
#70
Just Hanging Out... Kids Playing In The Leaves, Smoking Some Chicken On The Green Egg, Oh And Our Dog...
PeachPossum 7 years ago
Possessed dog, zombie children rising from the grave.. Photoshop a few headstones in there, makes a great Halloween card.
#71
When You See It...
Ladies and Gentlemen 7 years ago
We saw that, but I guess she doesn't see that coming definitely. xD!
#72
A Car Like Mine Parked Next To Me So I Snapped A Photo. I Noticed Weeks Later That A 3rd Mountaineer Was Driving By At The Exact Moment I Took The Photo
#73
He Probably Regrets Choosing A Medical School
#74
Just Got Back From Iceland- Was Going Through My Pictures And Found The Best Photobomb Of All Time
#75
A Few Days Ago I Had A Frankenshake, Didn't Realise The Hidden Gem As The Wife Took My Pic
#76
Took A Picture Of My Parents On A Boat With A Rope Swing. Attempted Back Flip Gone Wrong
Ladies and Gentlemen 7 years ago
Just Photoshop a dolphin with its nose in left hand palm, and suddenly it will become a stunt gone well.
#77
Took A Pic Of My Kid On Her New Pimped Up Bike... Didn't Pay Attention To The Graffiti In The Background
#78
So I Went To México Over The Summer. Going Through My Pictures, I Just Noticed This Guy In The Background
#79
Pretty Much Sums It All Up
Ladies and Gentlemen 7 years ago
It feels like she is strangling poor mouse and its eyes popping out and with that thought in mind, that smile makes it creepiest at its best!
#80
Sleepy Head
CrunChewy McSandybutt 7 years ago
I swear little kids could fall asleep on a pile of broken glass, no problem.
#81
My Friend's Photobomb
#82
Drunk Guy Peeing Behind Tent At Wedding Reception
#83
A Photo Of My Mother And Grandmother With My Dog Doing Her Own Business In The Background
#84
When People Do Not Approve Your New Hairstyle
#85
Caught My Brother Falling Skim Boarding While Taking A Picture Of My Wife And Daughter
#86
Took This Picture Of My Kid While At A Restaurant, I Can't Stop Laughing At The Guy In The Back
#87
When Waitress Brings Someone Else Their Food When You Ordered First
#88
Never Know What Strangers May Be Doing In The Background When You're Taking A Picture
#89
That Awkward Moment When You're Trying To Take A Selfie And A Mother Decides To Beat Her Child With Her Sandal
Rama Llama 7 years ago
Is it a thing to casually beat your kids with your shoes somewhere? I think I have heard about it multiple times before and it seems odd.
#90
Every Mom Is On The Phone Here In The Background
#91
Boy In The Back Is Probably Going Through Existential Crisis
#92
Took A Picture Of A Friend And Capture Something In The Background
Josiane Roy 7 years ago
It's not a pacifier. It's a mouth piece for a board game. There are a few games out there with them. The most known one is Speak Out.
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Tom Wagner 5 years ago
Really excellent collection. I appreciate how Bored Panda keeps things fairly "clean" (meaning not too vulgar) as opposed to infuriating, misogynistic websites like The Chive (which I refuse to view at all because it's so offensive). Keep up the good work!
Erin 7 years ago
That's AMAZING! I also link to malware to get paid. Isn't it such fun?
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Tom Wagner 5 years ago
Really excellent collection. I appreciate how Bored Panda keeps things fairly "clean" (meaning not too vulgar) as opposed to infuriating, misogynistic websites like The Chive (which I refuse to view at all because it's so offensive). Keep up the good work!
Erin 7 years ago
That's AMAZING! I also link to malware to get paid. Isn't it such fun?
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