A four-year-old girl became the center of attention during her school’s Christmas performance this holiday season.
In a now-viral video, young Stori delighted the audience when she took the microphone from the principal and delivered a bold and unexpectedly funny statement that had everyone talking.
“I am very proud of myself and all of my other friends in my class,” Stori confidently began.
“And my class is really sweet,” she continued, before adding, “Except, one little boy. I need to tell you —”
Before she could finish, Stori returned the microphone and exited the stage with a triumphant smile, leaving the crowd, and the principal, laughing.
A Natural Performer
Stori’s mother, Brenna Massa, later shared that her daughter’s charisma and confidence came as no surprise. She described Stori as a natural entertainer who loves the spotlight.
“Wherever we go, she makes friends. Everyone always says she’s an old soul who connects with people. She’s loved singing and dancing since she was tiny,” Brenna told TODAY.
Brenna added that Stori’s bold personality isn’t just for the stage, describing her as fearless and always eager to strike up a conversation, even with strangers at the grocery store.
A Surprising Stage Moment
Despite knowing her daughter’s outgoing nature, Brenna admitted she didn’t expect Stori to confidently take center stage during the Christmas performance.
Brenna recounted the moment with amusement, explaining that the program had ended, and families were cleaning up and preparing to leave. At first, they assumed Stori was with her classmates but soon spotted her heading back toward the stage.
“Then we see her going back up onstage, and we’re like, ‘Oh no,’” Brenna said with a laugh.
As the principal addressed the audience, Stori waited patiently before grabbing the microphone. Caught off guard, Brenna and her family couldn’t intervene from their spot in the audience, so they decided to record the moment instead.
Viral Fame
The video, filmed by Tara Easter, the mother of one of Stori’s classmates, was initially shared on Brenna’s private Instagram account. However, it quickly gained traction, capturing millions of hearts online and drawing attention from notable figures like former Big Brother contestant Kat Dunn.
Fans were captivated by Stori’s confidence, with many speculating about what she might have said next.
One commenter humorously demanded, “Give her back the mic,” accompanied by laughing emojis. Others were curious about the unnamed classmate Stori mentioned and the unresolved story behind her declaration.
A Childhood Disagreement
Brenna later revealed that Stori’s announcement was related to an old incident involving a classmate who had frightened her with a loud noise the previous year. While Stori had been upset at the time, Brenna was surprised to hear her bring it up during the performance.
“She was terrified of the noise,” Brenna said, laughing. “Hopefully, they can make up.”
Stori’s candid and fearless moment has since brought smiles to people around the world, solidifying her reputation as a confident and charming young star.