In Week 3 of our Alert Level 4 lockdown, many of you decided to put aside your misgivings and give Tiktok a good go! From Tiktok newcomers to moving tributes and viral challenges, check out this week’s roundup of Pasifika social media!
A TIKTOK RISING STAR
He may be an Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board member, but Reece Autagavaia is proving he has TikTok influencer potential! He recently uploaded a hilarious re-enactment of this classic Fresh skit!
@raut002##COVID19 Lock Down – Day 20 – Tiktok – our grandma really misses playing BINGO so this video is for her! ##tiktoknz ##auntytala ##polynesian ##justforyou♬ bingo with aunty tala – lifewiththemurrays12
TRIBUTE FOR BILL WITHERS
Artists and fans from all over the world took to social media to express their grief at the passing of musical icon Bill Withers. Samoan artist Siavani, one half of the award-winning duo Cydel, posted this tribute in honour of the singer-songwriting legend.
NEW CHALLENGE ALERT
Many social media users are using their platforms to promote, share and embrace their cultural heritage. Check out this amazing Faavae le Atua Samoa video posted by Tiktok user Angie Alama!
@queen_la_angKeeping up with the trend Faavae le Atua Samoa ##FYP ##Samoa ##NZ ##KeepingUpWithTheLesāz ##foryouppage @faithylicious @disesquad @dr_younch_♬ original sound – queen_la_ang
TOOSIE SLIDE CHALLENGE
Rap artist Drake has recently released his new single Toosie Slide, and what better way to promote your new track with a viral TikTok craze? Here’s Rugby League player Koni Hurrell testing his moves in the #ToosieSlideChallenge! (on a side note – how impressive is that mane of hair?)
@khurrell8Mince one Maikolo Sekisoni ?? ##slidechallenge ##toosieslide ##oua ##fyp♬ Toosie Slide – Drake
‘ESSENTIAL WORKER’ EASTER BUNNY MEETS 10/7 COPS?
PM Jacinda Ardern made headlines around the world when she announced in a press conference the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny are considered ‘essential workers’. Comedian Joe Daymond made light of the announcement with this hilarious video!
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