30 Cringeworthy Hover Hand Moments Caught on Camera

The Hall of Shame is filled with a variety of awkward photos, from blinking to pit stains to standing too far apart. However, the ultimate sign of discomfort and unease is the infamous hover hand.

The hover hand is a kind and considerate gesture, typically done by someone who is anxious and doesn't want to invade another person's personal space. Even the notoriously nice Keanu Reeves has been caught in the act of hoverhanding.

Despite the good intentions behind it, the sight of fingers hovering just inches above someone's shoulder or waist is undeniably amusing. Here are some of the best examples of hover hands from the Hall of Shame.