A high school graduation ceremony in Florida turned into an internet sensation after a student’s backflip celebration ended in a dramatic onstage collision. Gavin Robinson, 17, attempted a backflip while receiving his diploma at South Plantation High School, unintentionally landing on fellow graduate Amelia as she adjusted her cap nearby.
The moment, captured on video, quickly gained millions of views online, drawing mixed reactions. While the crowd initially cheered, gasps followed as both students crashed to the stage floor. Fortunately, neither suffered serious injuries.
Robinson later explained that he had informed Amelia of the stunt in advance during rehearsal. However, timing issues during the live event led to the unexpected collision. Amelia took to social media to defend her classmate, saying the mishap was an accident and no one should blame him for the incident.
Despite criticism from some online commenters, Robinson stood by the moment, calling it an unforgettable memory from their final day as high school students. The video continues to circulate widely, turning an ordinary graduation walk into an unexpectedly viral moment.