TikTok’s Hilarious Emergency Contact Trend: Celebs Get in on the Fun!
What do you get when you mix TikTok, goofy antics, and the trust that comes with naming an emergency contact? You’ve got a viral trend that’s taken social media by storm! It all began in January 2025 when TikTok user Paiz posted a cheeky video of her designated emergency contact—a partner more skilled at body-rolling on a medicine ball than actually handling emergencies. The video quickly racked up millions of views, and the hashtag #emergencycontact exploded with users showcasing their not-so-qualified contacts in lighthearted ways.
People are sharing videos featuring their partners and friends in absurd scenarios: think of boyfriends hesitating to catch bugs and partners clumsily crashing into snow. The juxtaposition of the real-life stakes of naming an emergency contact with the silly antics of those we choose has led to laughter—and perhaps a touch of reality. Many users are spinning this trend to showcase how underqualified their emergency contacts might really be, with one user lamenting having to change their contact from a capable mother to a partner who is, let’s face it, a bit of a “man-child.”
Celebrities are hopping onto the trend too! Will Ferrell’s son Magnus joined the fun with a video of his dad showing off some cringe-worthy dance moves, and other stars like Tyler Cameron from “The Bachelor” and JoJo Siwa have also contributed their fair share of comedic clips. Even Jessica Biel got involved, jokingly highlighting husband Justin Timberlake as her emergency contact while he busts out some robot dance moves.
The emergent trend serves not only as a form of entertainment but also as a playful reminder of what those titles of “emergency contact” really signify—or in this case, humorously lack. While TikTokers engage in satire, the real message is there: make sure your emergency contact can actually spring into action! As the trend continues to grow, it’s clear that everyone is in on the fun, paving the way for endless creativity on their feeds, all while sharing a laugh about who they trust to handle their emergencies—clumsy antics and all.
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Insider, Variety
