Kids TV host turned comedian Jimmy Giggle rakes in millions of views on TikTok by sharing videos on Australia's Covid border shutdowns
A former kids TV host is getting millions of views on TikTok by sharing hilarious videos on Australia's Covid-19 border closures.
Jimmy Rees, also known as Jimmy Giggle, has taken the popular video platform by storm after a 10-year stint on beloved ABC Kids program Giggle and Hoot.
The 33-year-old comedian regularly posts clips poking fun at Australia's situation during the coronavirus crisis and the squabbling between state premiers.
Australian entertainer Jimmy Rees , also known as Jimmy Giggle during his ten-year stint hosting ABC Kids show Giggle and Hoot, has amassed millions of views on TikTok
The 33-year-old has over 244,000 followers on the video platform and shares hilarious clips posing as the Australian states during the coronavirus crisis
Rees hosted Giggle and Hoot from its first broadcast in 2009 and announced his decision to part ways with the program in 2019.
He also competed in the 16th season of Dancing with the Stars in 2019, starred in several stage productions, and appeared on multiple Australian TV programs.
The children's entertainer lives in Melbourne with his wife Tori and three sons, and has amassed over 244,000 followers on TikTok.
His videos show Rees portraying all of the Australian states and territories in a fictional conversation about coronavirus restrictions.
The comedian was particularly focused on the interstate bickering, showing arguments between New South Wales and Queensland over the border.
He also joked about Western Australia building a wall and Victoria not being able to speak clearly or drink coffee with their mandatory masks on.
The ACT was shown attempting to encourage the rest of the states while Tasmania and the NT remained forgotten about.
Rees (pictured above) began hosting Giggle and Hoot when it was first broadcast in 2009
The 33-year old lives in Melbourne with wife Tori and three sons (pictured above with Rees)
Commenters praised Rees for his 'hilarious' and 'accurate' take on coronavirus in Australia.
'It is so funny, because its so true - even my nearly 12-year-old has seen what a bickering bunch of Aussies we've become,' one mum wrote.
'I nearly peed myself a bit! Jimmy you are hilarious! That is exactly how I picture each state to be,' another user said.
'So funny and spot on! As the virus recedes the kids go back to squabbling.'
Other users commended the entertainer's portrayal of individual states.
'So accurate! Especially Victoria trying to take a sip of coffee through a mask - I do it every day,' one commenter wrote.
'I live in NT and just FYI we don't want any of you! Keep your germs down there,' said another.
Rees pictured on the 16th season of Australia's Dancing with the Stars in 2019