Elderly Man’s Hilarious Alexa Encounter Goes Viral: ‘Pizza’ or ‘Underwear?’
In a heartwarming and humorous demonstration of how rapidly technology is evolving, a recent viral video captures an 80-year-old man’s first encounter with Amazon’s Alexa. The clip, which has quickly spread across social media, showcases the man’s innocent query resulting in a hilarious and unexpected response, leaving viewers in stitches.
Originally posted on Instagram by user @hominique_store, the video features the elderly man’s tentative interaction with the AI-driven device. Unsure of how to properly utilize Alexa’s capabilities he asks, “Does pizza and sausages work?” The responses from Alexa were not what he expected. Instead of a confirmation, Alexa’s response was related to ‘underwear’ which left him utterly bewildered.
“Alexa is out here violating elders now!”
His reaction, a mixture of confusion and slight disbelief, has resonated with online audiences. The immediate expression of both wonder and bemusement instantly made the moment a social media sensation. The video quickly amassed over 3.1 million views.
The comment section of the video became a hub of amused reactions. Many viewers offered their own interpretations and anecdotes. One commenter joked, “Alexa is out here violating elders now!” Others highlighted the unpredictable nature of AI. Another quipped, “This is exactly why I don’t trust AI—it’ll turn your pizza into underwear!” Some users were touched by the innocent interaction writing, “This is the cutest thing I’ve seen today!” Many people shared their own encounters that showcase experiences with AI confusion.
This viral clip serves as a gentle reminder that technology’s rapid advancements can create a generational gap. What younger users may find intuitive, can be met with wonder, and sometimes even bewilderment, by older family members.
Regardless of age, this interaction provides a humorous moment that showcases human curiosity and relatability. Even a simple query about pizza and sausages can turn into an internet sensation.
