There’s been a recent rumor going around that the TikTok corn youngster has passed away. It’s not true, thankfully. The young man, whose given name is Tariq, became famous after a video of him proclaiming his affection for maize went viral online. Since then, he’s been the subject of a New York Times story and a regular on late-night talk shows.
Who is Corn Kid?
Tariq, better known as “corn kid,” became famous after going viral with his reaction to the discovery that maize is real and his unshakable devotion to the food.
It is vital that we acknowledge Tariq’s merit for the prestigious position of “Corn-bassador” representing South Dakota in the United States. The South Dakota governor, Kristi Noem, has declared September 3, 2022, “Corn-bassador Tariq Day” in recognition of Tariq’s outstanding achievements.
Tariq is currently engaged in two new and fascinating endeavors. First of all, he is now the official Corn-ambassador of South Dakota. Second, he went to the premiere of the live-action “Pinocchio” film. He’s also signed up for Cameo, a platform where fans can pay their favorite stars for special messages.
Take a look at below tweet:
The classic story of #Pinocchio, told by Tariq aka Corn Kid ✨💫🌽
Disney’s #Pinocchio is streaming tomorrow on @DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/ckz0Ti9CFh
— Walt Disney Studios (@DisneyStudios) September 8, 2022
Did The TikTok Corn Kid Die?
Tariq, the TikTok Corn Kid, is still alive and well. A social media post with a fabricated image of an article propagated rumors that the “Corn Kid,” a 7-year-old child, had been found dead after a gang-related shooting the previous Sunday. The lack of hyphens and careless approach to search engine optimization (SEO) in the headline are both red flags that this is all an elaborate deception.
These errors were so blatant that it was obvious the data was fabricated. Someone clearly intended to mislead or draw attention to the image by not using proper punctuation or according to SEO guidelines. Such events serve as a cautionary tale, reminding us to exercise caution and critical thinking whenever we come across questionable or sensationalized news content online.
Check out the below tweet:
Tariq aka “Corn Kid” and Green Giant is the most wholesome partnership https://t.co/GfUy183UZz pic.twitter.com/iESgCzmXGJ
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) November 20, 2022
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Did Someone Shoot the TikTok Corn Kid?
The TikTok corn kid made it out alive. The headline’s obvious lack of hyphens and carelessness with SEO immediately raises red flags.
Unfortunately, many individuals didn’t bother to verify whether or not the article actually existed (it didn’t). Many assumed, therefore, that Tariq had been murdered by members of a rival gang. None of him or his loved ones were hurt, so that’s good news.
How Did Corn Kid Gain Popularity?
Some websites claimed that local gang shooters had killed the Corn-boy, and the story quickly went viral. Since then, the young boy’s devoted following has begun searching for information concerning his location.
Tariq went viral last summer after he appeared in a Playtime Therapy video in which he talked about his fondness for corn. The video was an instant hit on social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where it even sparked the creation of a catchy original song.
Take a look at below tweet:
Corn kid (Tariq!) is getting paid! https://t.co/SEnYz89D4C pic.twitter.com/uczlq9Bomn
— CHAS (@Chaswied) August 29, 2022
Tariq, who gained notoriety as the “Corn Kid,” has subsequently partnered with major brands like Chipotle and Mr. Beast Burger. In addition, he was dubbed the “corn-bassador” of South Dakota. There have been recent online reports that Tariq was killed in a “gang-related shooting.” Tariq, however, is very much alive and well despite the allegations to the contrary.
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