- Chris Rooney has been creating TikTok videos with his niece and nephew since 2020.
- Known as Uncle Chris, he has gained a massive following of over 5 million on the platform.
- However, he recently faced a crisis and disappeared after watching the movie “Sound of Freedom.”
Chris Rooney, also known as Uncle Chris, is a popular TikTok creator who recently faced a challenging situation.
Originally from Fredericksburg, Virginia, Rooney, 26, gained a massive audience by creating videos with his young niece and nephew starting in January 2020. Many of these videos feature the toddlers attempting to pour drinks into glasses, resulting in delightful messes.
These videos are shared on the @theyeeetbaby account, primarily featuring Rooney, his niece Marleigh, and nephew Jack. The internet embraced footage of Marleigh and Jack making a mess with milk, sodas, and other drinks, leading to the account amassing 5.7 million followers.
One of their most popular videos, where the children pour chocolate milk all over the table and themselves, has been viewed over 87 million times.
The Origins of Yeet Baby
Marleigh and Jack’s parents, Alexandra and Tyler Grant, play a behind-the-scenes role in managing the Yeet Baby social media accounts.
The name Yeet Baby originated from Marleigh’s first word, which happened to be “Yeet” — a popular internet slang term for throwing something.
While Rooney and the account have faced criticism for creating viral content involving young children who cannot consent, his loyal fanbase remains strong. Their TikToks consistently receive over a million views.
Rooney’s Disappearance
Rooney went missing on July 25, as announced by his family on Instagram. He resurfaced on August 3 after voluntarily admitting himself to a mental health facility.
On August 3, his family confirmed that Rooney had been found safe through a brief statement.
Prior to his disappearance, Rooney posted a video on his personal TikTok account that sparked concern. In the video, he responded to a hateful comment referencing his separation from his wife and alcohol consumption.
While visibly upset, Rooney denied the comment and expressed frustration towards triggering comments. The video has since been deleted but circulated on Reddit.
In a subsequent statement by Rooney’s family on August 8, more details about his absence were revealed. It explained that Rooney had struggled mentally after watching the movie “Sound of Freedom,” which focuses on child sex trafficking.
The family expressed concern for Rooney’s well-being and asked for help from the public to locate him. Thankfully, he decided to seek help and checked himself into a mental health facility.
The statement concluded with a message from Rooney, expressing gratitude for the support and his determination to improve his mental health and help others in the process.
Rooney received an outpouring of support from thousands of people, commending his candidness about his mental health and encouraging his return when he feels ready.
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