Ten years ago, this world lost one of its greatest heroes: Harambe, the gorilla. Friend to many and beloved by all, the loss of Harambe left a gaping hole that changed the course of history.

Here are just 10 of the unforeseen consequences of Harambe’s death:

1. Russia invaded Ukraine: Torn apart by Harambe’s tragic death, Putin tried to find solace in rebuilding the Soviet Empire. Sad.

2. The COVID-19 Pandemic: In the wake of Harambe’s death, notable gorilla-lover Anthony Fauci vowed to take out his revenge on humanity.

3. The Rise of Skywalker was made: Producers had actually previously planned on a Harambe biopic before his untimely demise. The change was devastating.

4. Prince Harry became a pariah in Royal circles: Harry only left England to attend Harambe’s funeral, where he met Meghan Markle. The rest is history.

5. Oil prices tripled: The former Ayatollah was a huge Harambe fan, only turning on America after his death.

6. New security measures were installed for the gorilla enclosure at the Cincinnati Zoo: Believe it or not, Harambe’s death was responsible for this, too.

7. Melting of the polar ice caps: The hot tears shed for Harambe literally melted Antarctica.

8. Re-forming of the polar ice caps: To match our dead, frozen hearts.

9. Taco Bell launched the Nacho Fries: Will there be no end to the suffering unleashed on us by Harambe’s death?

10. America descended into fascism: Just months after Harambe was killed, Donald Trump was elected president. There’s no way that’s a coincidence.

Our world has clearly never been the same. We miss you, Harambe.

From our friends at The Babylon Bee.