Audiences found amusement in the mime’s antics captured in the video, yet wasted no time in directing criticism towards the father. “If you don’t treat your partner right, someone else will,” one comment remarked. Another user quipped, “Lol, every man should experience humility like this at least once.”
A spectator noted how the mime “communicated volumes without uttering a single word.” Expressing disappointment, another lamented, “It’s disheartening that many men fail to demonstrate such gestures nowadays.” Meanwhile, a supporter applauded, “Sometimes, it takes an old-fashioned gentleman to enlighten the youth of today’s world. Kudos to the mime!”
However, some defended the father, asserting that the backlash against him was unwarranted. “I’ll certainly carry my fair share and not put it all on her, but we don’t know their story,” one viewer remarked. Another user stood up for the father, stating, “People are using this as an excuse to be sexist, and judgments are being made too hastily.”
In an interview with TODAY, 28-year-old Nick offered insight into his reaction, explaining, “That mime completely caught me off guard. I was in a complete daze at that moment. I was really hungry, and my feet were hurting.”
Interestingly, the father remained unfazed by the critics, acknowledging that the clip “was pretty funny.”
His wife, 31-year-old Michelle, stepped forward to defend Nick against the criticism, affirming that he was a supportive and loving husband and father. “Nick is an exceptional father, and I want people to recognize that,” Michelle declared, highlighting his commitment, including his role of pushing the baby stroller throughout the day. She expressed admiration, stating, “He does so much for us. He’s just remarkable in every aspect.”
