In a heart-stopping moment captured on home security footage, Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, famed for his role on “Jersey Shore,” rushed to his son’s aid during a choking incident. The 41-year-old star shared the alarming experience with his followers on Saturday, revealing how quick action was crucial in helping his 2-year-old son, Romeo Reign.
The video, which Sorrentino posted on Instagram, shows the family gathered around the dinner table when Romeo suddenly begins to choke on his meal. Amid the confusion, with one voice questioning if the food was too hot, Sorrentino swiftly intervened to assist his son.
The situation escalated quickly as it became clear that Romeo was choking, leading Sorrentino to take immediate steps to ensure his son’s safety. He was seen carefully patting Romeo on the back, a method aimed at dislodging the piece of gnocchi that had caused the scare. The tense moments that followed saw Romeo start to cough and cry, a sign that the obstruction was cleared.
Lauren Sorrentino, Mike’s wife, was then seen comforting their son, gently explaining to him what had happened. Reflecting on the incident, Sorrentino labeled it as “THE SCARIEST MOMENT OF OUR LIVES‼️” in his Instagram caption. He detailed how Romeo was hunched over and struggling to breathe, highlighting the gravity of the situation they faced.