Who is Anderdingus? Adorable Kindergartner Takes Over TikTok’s Viral Salad Candy Trend

A young student has captured the hearts of the online community with his introduction in a TikTok video featuring the popular ‘salad candy’ trend.

Although ‘salad candy’ had already been popularized on TikTok in previous years, the trend resurfaced and went viral again in March 2024. This craze involves individuals gathering their preferred candies and combining them in a communal bowl, creating a sweet version of a traditional salad.

Despite the passing of time, the delicious trend of ‘salad candy’ continues to gain immense popularity among TikTokers, with new variations being shared well into the month of May. One particular video of the trend, featuring a young student named Anderdingus, has captured the hearts of many on the platform.

Just as he was about to pour his candies into a bowl, Anderdingus introduced himself, saying, “My name is Anderdingus and I have brought sour patch watermelons and sour patch strawberries.”

Although the clip was originally uploaded by TikToker Tara Elizabeth on her account, it was later reposted by NoahGlennCarter, who highlighted the internet’s fascination with the young boy’s uncommon name.

@noahglenncarter The internet has fallen in live with Anderdingus #anderdingus #foryou #candysalad ♬ original sound – NoahGlennCarter

His adorable qualities have gained so much popularity that viewers are willing to go to great lengths to defend the “little cutie,”even declaring their willingness to sacrifice themselves for his sake.

At the same time, some individuals showed their support for the lovable kindergartner. “We could all use an Anderdingus in our lives,”stated one viewer.

Another person exclaimed, “Anderdingus is invaluable!”Others playfully suggested he should run for President, while someone else chimed in that he should be elected to Congress immediately.

In addition to Anderdingus, another young student named Riley captured the hearts of TikTokers. His bag of nerd gummies was so big that it was larger than his head, causing one viewer to exclaim that their heart was “melting”at his adorable appearance.

@questionmark1234512345 #candybowl #candy #anderdingus #fyp #viral #school #kindergarden ♬ original sound – Ltg Sneaky

Despite Anderdingus being the main influencer of the ‘salad candy’ trend, other popular snacks are also gaining popularity on food-tok, such as the ‘crookie’ which went viral around the same time as ‘salad candy.’

The chocolate chip cookie croissant was first created in Paris and soon became popular in bakeries worldwide. Eventually, TikTokers began to replicate this viral treat in their own homes, similar to how others have recreated the popular ‘salad candy’ trend.