Ranger Rick: Who is this no-frills construction worker? Why is TikTok obsessed with him?

TikTok has given rise to a number of online personalities and Ranger Rick is one among them
PUBLISHED APR 17, 2023
Ranger Rick has has amassed a sizable fan base since he videos of him started making the rounds (TikTok)
Ranger Rick has has amassed a sizable fan base since he videos of him started making the rounds (TikTok)

People can now demonstrate their original talents and creative abilities on TikTok and instantly become extremely popular. With its algorithm suggesting videos based on users' interests and interaction, it gives all users, regardless of following, an equal chance to be recognized.

A new breed of internet celebrities has emerged as a result, and they have amassed millions of fans and rich brand deals. On this backdrop, a Missouri construction worker's coworker helped him become a well-known celebrity on TikTok.

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Who is Ranger Rick?

Rick is comparable to an uncultured, hilarious uncle who doesn't follow directions. Zach, who takes the videos, and Rick appear to be coworkers at a construction company situated in Joplin, Missouri.

In Zach's debut video, Rick is seen yelling to Zach about his boss. “I f****ng don't tolerate anyone. I don't even let my f*****g father talk to me like that, he continued, adding, "And I hope you're taping me, too. Since I honestly don't give a fat rat's a**.”

The now-famous Rick can regularly be seen smoking, drinking beer, or flipping people off on TikTok. He may not wear a shirt all the time but he does almost always wear a cap on his head.

Ranger Rick becomes a TikTok sensation

Since he started posting videos of Rick, Zach's fan base has grown considerably. Not only does Zach have more than 500,000 followers on the video-sharing platform, but he also frequently gets fan mail addressed to Rick. He has received everything, even oranges and a crocheted replica of himself.

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