A young woman who graduated in Early Childhood Education from the University of Vigo, Spain, became viral on TikTok after sharing a video of her graduation ceremony, where her boyfriend unexpectedly stole the spotlight. The incident took place as the young woman received her diploma to applause and cheers.
The video, posted by TikTok user @sabeee_rd, shows the moment Sabela is about to receive her diploma when her boyfriend, standing at the top of the stairs recording the event, shouted, “Beautiful! She’s my girlfriend!” This generated more applause and laughter among those present, briefly interrupting the solemnity of the ceremony.
Sabela humorously titled her video on TikTok and shared a unique moment with the community: “Pov: your boyfriend steals the show on your graduation day.”
The unexpected spotlight on a young man at his girlfriend’s graduation (TikTok)
In less than 24 hours, the clip garnered over 6.7 million views and nearly a million likes. The boyfriend’s intervention sparked a notable division among user comments, with some applauding the gesture while others expressed that they would be embarrassed if they were the graduate.
“It’s a lovely gesture, shows how much he loves her,” commented one user on the post. On the other hand, someone expressed, “I would have died of embarrassment if it were me.” This difference in opinions only increased the interest and virality of the video, placing Sabela and her boyfriend in the spotlight of the TikTok community.
“My super shy boyfriend did this to me on my graduation day, I couldn’t have been more surprised… these are acts that show true love,” “I would have been mad, to be honest,” “Marking territory, well done, bro,” “Friend, marry him,” and “My girlfriend has two more years until she graduates, I’m going to do this just because of this video,” are some of the other messages.
The video not only captured a heartwarming moment but also sparked discussions about love, relationships, and public displays of affection. It serves as a reminder that sometimes unexpected gestures can bring joy and laughter to special occasions, even if they momentarily disrupt the formalities of an event. The viral nature of the video also showcases how social media platforms like TikTok can turn everyday moments into shared experiences that resonate with a wide audience. In a world where content is constantly being consumed and shared online, these moments of genuine connection and humor stand out and bring people together in unexpected ways.