A rare clip of Barron Trump speaking has taken the internet by storm, sparking a frenzy among supporters and casual observers alike.
The 17-year-old son of President-elect Donald Trump made a brief but memorable appearance in a scene from the documentary series Art of the Surge, chronicling Trump’s recent campaign, as reported by The New York Post.
In the video, filmed on election night, Barron is seen greeting UFC founder Dana White.
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“Hello. How are you? It’s very nice to see you,” Barron says, shaking White’s hand with an air of formality. His deep voice, resonating with the cadence of his father, drew immediate comparisons online.
Footage of Baron Trump’s voice emerges meeting Dana White pic.twitter.com/v6cfM8Kblr
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One commenter even likened his voice to that of actor Timothée Chalamet.
Donald Trump, clearly proud of his towering son, joked with White, saying, “Can we make him into a fighter?”
The quip elicited laughter from the room, but Barron, shaking his head, seemed to have no plans for stepping into the octagon.
Barron’s reserved demeanor and gentlemanly interactions struck a chord with supporters. “Barron is such a gentleman,” one commenter noted, echoing the sentiment across social media. The clip quickly went viral, with many users admitting it was their first time hearing Barron’s voice.
A Social Media Sensation
Beyond election night, Barron has recently captured public attention through other viral moments. A TikTok clip from his childhood, showing him holding a briefcase and saying, “I like my suitcase,” has amassed over 54 million views, as reported by Forbes.
@lizz2real hes so cute #trending #viral #foryou #foryoupage #fyp #ilikemysootcase #ilikemysuitcase #barrontrump
The snippet humorously highlighted his preference for a briefcase over a traditional backpack, a choice that seems to match his polished persona.
TikTok creators quickly latched onto the moment, with over 65,000 videos using the audio.
@mrrussohealth A student referenced this sound in school today so I felt inclined🧳. #teacher #student #teachers #teachertok #teachertiktok #teachersoftiktok #teachersontiktok #fyp #fypシ #school #ilikemysuitcase
@candybrownbitch All day everyday since this sound came out 😅😅😅 #ilikemysuitcase #suitcase #barrontrump #stuckinmyhead #humor #friday #worklife #workbelike #whyamilikethis #icantstop #fyp #trendingsound #trend #foryourpage #fridaybrain
A remix of the phrase, turned into a dance club track, further fueled the trend.
@dailymail It all started with a Daily Mail TikTok… The sound of a young Barron Trump gushing over his ‘sootcase’ recently resurfaced, and its taken over the internet. It’s spawned multiple remixes, including this banger from electronic music duo Loud Luxury. A TikTok posted by the group with the caption: ‘our fastest remix yet…’ has accumulated over 400,000 likes. The comments are filled with approval of the new remix – one which even said ‘Barron has united the American nation.’ 🎥 @LOUD LUXURY #music #barron #trump #news #sootcase
Some users even zipped themselves into suitcases in homage to Barron’s playful declaration.
Meanwhile, edited videos of Donald Trump performing his famous “Trump dance” to the remix have also gone viral, blending father and son’s moments into a lighthearted internet phenomenon.
The Trump dance has gone globally rival 😁🇺🇸pic.twitter.com/qsb7qME1NC
— Melissa Tate (@TheRightMelissa) November 18, 2024
Influencing the Campaign Trail
Despite keeping a low public profile, Barron’s influence on his father’s campaign is undeniable.
Donald Trump has credited his youngest son with convincing him to appear on alternative media platforms, including popular podcasts like The Joe Rogan Experience and Flagrant with Andrew Schulz. These appearances have racked up millions of views and helped the Trump campaign reach younger, tech-savvy audiences.
Stark Contrast with Kamala Harris
In a notable contrast, Vice President Kamala Harris avoided media appearances for much of the campaign, opting for a media blitz with friendly outlets only in the final weeks before Election Day.
Trump’s willingness to engage with alternative and sometimes critical media, reportedly at Barron’s urging, stands out as a strategic advantage.
As Barron Trump continues to emerge from his historically private upbringing, moments like these hint at his potential to carve his own path in the public eye. Whether it’s his gentlemanly demeanor, viral catchphrases, or quiet influence behind the scenes, the youngest Trump has proven that even brief appearances can leave a lasting impression.
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