‘Blue’s Clues’ star Steve Burns' comforting, wordless video after election results moves fans to tears
CATSKILL MOUNTAINS, APPALACHIAN: Steve Burns, the former host of 'Blue's Clues', has once again become a viral sensation after sharing a compelling TikTok video where he remains silent throughout.
After learning of Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 Presidential election, Burns chose to record himself savoring a hot beverage while standing outdoors, embracing the tranquility of nature and the crispness of the air.
Former Blue’s Clues star Steve Burns shares new video to fans. pic.twitter.com/YTVUxyGHjS
— Pop Base (@PopBase) November 7, 2024
Steve Burns’ latest video sparks reactions as it racks up over 5 million views
Approaching the camera, the 51-year-old, clad in a blue T-shirt, plaid shirt, and yellow baseball cap, raised two coffee mugs. He set one down for the viewer and took a sip from the other.
Resting one hand over the other, Burns leaned on the fence and took a deep breath. He surveyed his surroundings, seemingly lost in thought, occasionally casting glances at the camera. In the backdrop, birds were chirping and the wind was blowing.
In the final moments of the minute-long video, seemingly recorded outside his residence near the Catskill Mountains, Burns gazed into the camera and offered a simple nod, prompting swift reactions and comments from his followers.
The video has accumulated 5.8 million views so far, but this is not the first time Burns has shared content of this nature.
Steve Burns’ emotional video prompts tears and gratitude from fans
The video became a sensation across various social media platforms, eliciting emotional responses from viewers. After the news went viral on Reddit, a user wrote, "I haven't cried about it until now. Thanks, Steve."
Another added with a broken heart emoji, "Ugly tears immediately. The little head nodding 💔"
One commentator remarked, "Me too. Not usually much of a crier. This brought the tears fast"
"Damn. Not a word was said but we all know what the meaning is," a fan expressed sympathy.
An X user stated, "It’s insane how much emotion he was able to convey without even saying anything."
It’s insane how much emotion he was able to convey without even saying anything.
— 💥BiG TarGET🕊️ (@Big_Target07065) November 7, 2024
"That nod. He feels it deeply too. And has the calm and resolve we need. Thank you for this," said another user.
That nod. He feels it deeply too. And has the calm and resolve we need. Thank you for this.💙💖💙💖💙💖💙💖💙💖💙💖💙💖💙
— Renee Marie (@reneemarie3000) November 7, 2024
"Thank you for reminding us to breathe and take a pause," a person said after watching the video.
Someone else chimed in, "He always makes me tear up. Its like he imprinted on us as babies. Am i the only one "
He always makes me tear up. Its like he imprinted on us as babies. Am i the only one 😭
— Torey ♡ (@ToreyChayann) November 7, 2024
Steve Burns praised for his emotional support and connection with fans
In March, Steve Burns received acclaim for reaching out to fans after the premiere of the docuseries 'Quiet On Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV', which featured Drake Bell recounting his experiences of childhood abuse, Daily Mail reported.
Steve Burns, aged 50, the original host of Nickelodeon's children's television program 'Blue's Clues' from 1996 to 2002, recently took to TikTok to communicate with his followers, "Hey, I'm checking in. Tell me, what's going on?"
Burns, who was not mentioned in the docuseries, sat in silence and nodded as though he were listening to someone, earning praise from fans for his empathy.
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