When Jersey Shore first aired in 2009 on MTV, it took the nation by storm. Who were these folks? What does GTL even mean? Why is everyone's hair so spiky?
By the end of the first season, the group of rising stars had won us over, and there was one "guido" in particular who stood apart from the rest. Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino was a force to be reckoned with — and it wasn't just because of his six pack abs. The Italian-American from Staten Island brought his witty sense of humor and unique observations to the chaotic cast of lovable eccentrics.
It came as no surprise that The Situation became one of reality TV's most bankable stars. So what's his secret? Who knows. We can only put the pieces together and hope we can replicate some of that Sorrentino greatness.
For those of you wondering how to get The Situation swag, I've put together a handy list of the celeb's quotes that we can all live by.
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1. First of all, you need to get your own little Situation going.
2. The Situation Diet begins with protein, bro.
3. Always — always — be on your game.
4. Live by GTL, die by GTL, and always look fresh.
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5. If you know you shining, don't be afraid to share your light. Confidence is everything.
6. Don't live selfishly. Live to give.
7. Always kill 'em with kindness.
8. Know when you've got a good thing going.
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9. If you aim high, then the possibilities are limitless.
10. Stay humble. Stay real. Stay true.
11. Don't pigeonhole yourself.
12. Never give up.
