April 25 is the ‘perfect date’: Here’s what to know about Miss Congeniality Day

“I’d have to say April 25 because it’s not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket.”

Twenty-five years ago, this now-famous line made moviegoers chuckle as Heather Burns’ character described her “perfect date” during the Miss United States pageant in the 2000 action-comedy “Miss Congeniality.” Now, the line is a part of its own annual meme − “Miss Congeniality Day.”

Never seen the movie or need a refresher? Here’s what to know about Miss Congeniality Day.

Why is April 25 the ‘perfect date’?

In the movie, Miss United State MC Stan Fields (William Shatner) asks Heather Burns’ character, Cheryl Frasier what her idea of a perfect date is.

In response, Burns delivers the famous line: “That’s a tough one. I’d have to say April 25 because it’s not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket.”

Frasier’s misunderstanding of the question is one of the most iconic lines in the movie.

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Watch the moment

Never seen “Miss Congeniality”? No need to fret. Here’s the line in all of its glory.

What is ‘Miss Congeniality’?

Released in 2000, “Miss Congeniality” is an action-comedy movie starring Sandra Bullock, who plays FBI detective Gracie. Though she lacks refinement and femininity, Gracie is chosen to attend Miss United States to track down a terrorist who has threatened to bomb the pageant. The movie was directed by Donald Petrie, known for movies like “Richie Rich,” “Little Italy” and “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.”

Benjamin Bratt, Michael Caine, Candice Bergen, Ernie Hudson, and John DiResta also make up the movie’s cast.

How to watch ‘Miss Congeniality’

“Miss Congeniality” can be streamed on YouTube, Apple TV, and Amazon Prime Video.

Contributing: Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer

Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at [email protected].

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