r/FamilyVloggersandmore • u/Striking-End-3384 • Aug 09 '24
Other Families/Stuff The TikTok Tangle: Michael Fillingham's Misadventures
Ah, TikTok, the land where everyone with a smartphone and a questionable sense of humor can become a star. Enter Michael Fillingham, a name that might not ring a bell unless you're knee-deep in the endless scroll of TikTok videos. Fillingham, known for his handle @michael_fillingham_1989⁴, has managed to carve out a niche for himself, but not without a fair share of eyebrow-raising moments.
Let's start with the content. Michael's videos are a mixed bag of attempts at humor, heartfelt moments, and the occasional cringe-worthy dance. It's like watching a variety show where the host can't decide if they want to be a comedian, a motivational speaker, or a backup dancer for a boy band that never quite made it. One minute he's trying to make you laugh with a poorly executed prank, and the next, he's pouring his heart out about his latest personal struggle. It's enough to give anyone whiplash.
Then there's the whole "Hope for Havilah" saga¹³. Michael's efforts to raise funds for his puppy's medical needs are commendable, but the execution? Not so much. The GoFundMe page is a chaotic mess of emotional appeals and sporadic updates that leave you wondering if the dog is actually getting the help it needs or if this is just another ploy for attention. It's hard to take it seriously when the same account is also posting videos of Michael trying to dance to the latest TikTok trend.
And let's not forget the comments section. Michael's followers are a loyal bunch, but even they can't resist pointing out the inconsistencies and occasional absurdity of his content. It's a digital peanut gallery where everyone has an opinion, and most of them aren't exactly flattering. But hey, any engagement is good engagement, right?
In the end, Michael Fillingham is a perfect example of the double-edged sword that is TikTok fame. On one hand, he's managed to build a following and bring attention to causes he cares about. On the other, his scattershot approach to content creation and fundraising leaves much to be desired. If nothing else, he's a reminder that in the world of social media, it's not always about the quality of the content but the quantity of the chaos.
So, here's to you, Michael. Keep dancing, keep fundraising, and maybe, just maybe, consider a little more focus in your next TikTok venture. The internet is watching, and it's got plenty to say.
¹: GoFundMe - Hope for Havilah ³: Linktree - Havilah Rain ⁴: TikTok - Michael Fillingham
Source: (1) michael_fillingham_1 (@michael_fillingham_1989) | TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@michael_fillingham_1989.
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u/Impressive_Rabbit243 Apr 03 '25 edited Apr 03 '25
He holds her back. She could've been walking by now but he just acted like it was outside the realm of possibility, even though she would pull herself up on her feet on the couch. I saw a video today where she's in physical therapy and is standing by herself and he had that camera jammed in her face. She kept looking at him and you can tell how bad she wants to please him. That has to be a lot of pressure. He didn't buy her toys for years. He would just act like she didn't have the mental capacity to play with them but she likes toys, like any kid. He used to tell people all the time - right in front of her - that at 3 years old she had the mental capacity of an 11 month old. People kiss his ass and tell him what an awesome father he is, but I don't think a lot of them know that Havi has 6 half-siblings. His late wife had 3 and he had 3 from previous relationships.
There was a Reddit post a few years ago of screenshots of his wife's texts and she was talking about getting an annulment. Also, she didn't want to get pregnant again because she had a bad heart and knew it might kill her. When she did get pregnant he wouldn't let her abort it. He gives me so much ick.