Stranger called a TikTok-famous dad ‘cute’ in front of his wife — their 7-year-old’s sassy response stopped the moment cold
A stranger’s comment nearly turned an ordinary outing into an awkward moment for influencer Dillon White's family, but their 7-year-old daughter, Hailey, handled it with surprising wit. Suzanne White, sitting at a counter next to her husband, shared the story in a video posted on Instagram on October 24, 2025, via @themomchats. While out in public to buy groceries, Suzanne and Hailey were approached by a stranger who recognized Suzanne and asked if she appeared in Dillon’s online videos. The stranger then turned to Hailey, who confirmed her question, and told the young girl that she thought her father was "cute." The comment immediately caught everyone off guard, but Hailey’s sharp and humorous response stopped the conversation in its tracks.
In the video, Suzanne explained that the stranger first asked her if she was in Dillon’s videos, to which she replied, "Yes." Hailey then chimed in, asking if the woman meant “that TikTok thing” and whether she knew her dad personally. The stranger responded by telling Hailey that her father was “so cute.” Without missing a beat, the little girl immediately set the record straight. As Suzanne said, “Our seven-year-old is so emotionally aware that she looks at this lady and she says, ‘Ma’am, this is his wife.’” The couple laughed at Hailey’s boldness, and the exchange perfectly highlighted her awareness and sense of humor.
The video quickly went viral, reaching around 1.5 million views since being shared on Instagram. Many internet users praised Hailey for her quick thinking and confidence, and left their reactions in the comment section. @reginejaclyn4ever wrote, "I love that your daughter just schooled some random lady in the supermarket, and put her in her place." @sarasota_lens exclaimed, "It’s the stupefied, polite, and serious, 'Ma’am' that did it for me. Well done, little lady." @lilamadisons commented, "Good for her, raising her right!"
Children often step in when a stranger interacts with their parent, and another incident showed how these moments can turn into funny, memorable experiences. A six-year-old boy was shopping with his mother at a home improvement store when a man approached her and asked if she was married. Before she could answer, the boy immediately spoke up, firmly telling the stranger, “Yes, she is married. And you’re not getting my mama.” His mother laughed at his protective attitude and asked why he reacted that way. The boy continued, insisting, “No, I’m just trying to let him not get you. You’re my mama.” The mother later explained that her son always has a bold, no-filter personality and often reacts quickly in public situations. She added, “This little boy here is a mess,” to which he cheerfully agreed, showing his playful and honest nature. She also noted that moments like this, while surprising, are part of the “perks” of raising a boy who speaks his mind.
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