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Anger at museum for tiktok of staff member

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DeepLemonBeaker · 03/03/2026 21:47

DS turned 13 in January and wanted to have a phone with tiktok for Roblox videos with his friends. I'm an ex social worker who was completely reluctant to do this at first but agreed on the promise I get to see his account when asked. The other promise was he never took his phone to bed and it was left downstairs as not to impair his sleep. He agreed, and I've used this time to double check the phone.

In my view he is a child and completely vunerable, I am a bit of an outcast in conversations in work and among some friends for this view, some parents are more casual with a lot more trust but I think I have seen too much to take the chance.

We visited a museum in early Feburary, we only conducted a two hour visit before heading for a meal as the weather was bad (Typical Welsh weather) My DD has taken some interest in some of the stuff there and would like to return and I did enjoy myself although DH & DS were bored s*less.

However one week after this visit my sons account was "following" a man in his 50s who had mulitple videos of himself in a gallery attendants uniform. Some had him dressed with women's hairstyles and talking in a childs voice. No gallery attendant that looked like this on the day of the visit and I am unaware how my DS has stumbled upon this mans page but it has raised questions in my head

I want to send the details on to the Museum and express concern but DH thinks this is a massive overreaction that could harm this mans job. He is correct that there has been no "interaction" between the two and my son blocked the account when asked but I cannot get this out of my head and have questions.

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Freya1542 · 03/03/2026 22:06

Just by googling @DeepLemonBeaker and for your peace of mind

This is a suggested scenario;

Based on the context of viral content and social media algorithms, there are several ways someone in their 50s with distinct content (like a gallery attendant uniform) could have their account found or go viral, often without intentionally trying to.
Here is how they likely found your account:

  • TikTok "For You" Page (FYP) Algorithm: TikTok’s algorithm pushes niche content to specific audiences. If they were viewing similar content (e.g., #art, #museum, #uniform), the app likely suggested your account.
  • Viral Niche Appeal: Content featuring unique, aesthetic, or comforting roles (like a quiet gallery attendant) often gains traction, even if not meant to go viral.
  • Hashtag and Search Discovery: Using specific tags related to the location, job, or clothing in your videos makes you searchable.
Trusttheawesomeness · 03/03/2026 22:05

Your son followed this account? The guy didn’t reach out or interact with or message your son in any way?

What is it you want to report the guy to his employer for then? It sounds more like you need to speak to your son if you have rules about accounts he is allowed to follow.

Ohmygeorgey · 03/03/2026 22:02

this Is one of those ChatGPT ones, isn’t it

FlippyKiYayFlippyFlipper · 03/03/2026 21:56

Did your son post TikTok videos of the museum? The man likely found him like that?

How does your son say he found the man? He needs to be honest or lose TikTok.

Do a crimestoppers log with the mans details from TikTok and your concerns so it’s logged.

I doubt the gallery would care even thought they should but you could report it to them.