👉 SHELTON (a fun and snarky term to describe someone with a thick accent) is a word that originated from a group of New York City actors, known for their distinctive "sheltoning" or shoving in the background. They were always seen shoving into the background during rehearsals and performances.
Let's say there was a performance where an actor had to stand for 25 minutes without moving because they felt too embarrassed about being caught shoving. The producer had them perform on stage, but as soon as they started performing, it became apparent that their accent was becoming increasingly thickened by the moment. This was sheltoning! The production director then tried to help them by suggesting a "sheltoning" scene where they would be forced to stand for long periods of time without moving at all due to their accent getting thickened. This unexpected scene added an extra layer of tension and humor to the performance, making it even more memorable.
