Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux, a 15-year-old from Rambouillet, France, became an unexpected internet sensation. His appearance in a viral photo, taken during a security cordon at the Louvre after a significant heist, caught global attention.
The Louvre Heist Incident
On a day when Pedro intended to visit the famous museum with his family, he discovered it was unexpectedly closed due to a robbery. The heist, which captured headlines worldwide, had left the museum in lockdown.
While seeking clarity from police officers about the closure, an Associated Press photographer took a snapshot. In this moment, Pedro, dressed in a distinctive waistcoat and fedora, unknowingly became part of a viral moment.
Going Viral
Pedro learned about the photo’s popularity days later. A friend informed him that the image had garnered over five million views on TikTok. Initially surprised, he was even more taken aback to find out the photo had been featured in The New York Times, a publication he regularly reads.
- Name: Pedro Elias Garzon Delvaux
- Age: 15
- Location: Rambouillet, France
- Event: Louvre museum heist
- Photo Views: Over 5 million on TikTok
Pedro expressed his astonishment at becoming a “star” through a single photograph. Such rapid fame prompted reflections on the nature of viral content in contemporary society.
His Unique Style
Pedro’s fashion choices, including the fedora, stem from his fascination with 20th-century figures, both historical and fictional. “I like to be chic,” he remarked, adding that he often dresses this way for school. His attire was a focal point of discussions online, fueling speculation about his identity and the mystery of the viral image.
Despite the excitement surrounding his newfound fame, Pedro chose to remain quiet for a time, preferring to let the mystery unfold around his image. “With this photo, there is a mystery, so you have to make it last,” he noted.
