Watch: Man Fakes His Death to Teach Family a Valuable Message
In a bizarre incident that left many shocked, a Belgian TikToker known as Ragnar le Fou staged his own death and then made a grand entrance at his own funeral in a helicopter.
This audacious act was his way of teaching a lesson to his extended family, who he claimed had made him feel unappreciated. His elaborate “prank” was intended to emphasize the importance of staying connected and in touch with loved ones.
According to The Independent, the 45-year-old TikToker felt a sense of neglect from his relatives, which led him to devise this extraordinary plan. The news outlet reported that a video captured the moment when David Baerten, the man behind the TikTok persona, arrived at his own funeral.
The mourners watched in astonishment as a helicopter landed in a nearby field, and the door opened to reveal Baerten himself. The scene was recorded by a film crew, adding to the surreal atmosphere.
As the footage continued, it showed friends and family dressed in mourning attire, waiting for the ceremony to begin. Little did they know that the deceased they were grieving was about to make a shocking appearance.
David Baerten walked out of the helicopter, alive and well, and the mourners’ expressions shifted from sorrow to bewilderment. People surrounded him, some hugging and greeting him, while others stared in disbelief.
The Times UK reported that one of Baerten‘s daughters had initiated the mourning messages on TikTok, pretending her father had passed away, leading up to the funeral near Liege. The posts conveyed deep sadness, expressing thoughts of loss and unfairness. The emotional impact heightened the anticipation among those attending the fake funeral.