Viral: Trump Lookalike Takes Over Manhattan Gridlock

New Delhi, December 26, 2025: In a city where seeing a celebrity is almost routine, tourists and residents on Fifth Avenue were treated to a “presidential” surprise this Christmas. A viral video capturing a Donald Trump lookalike stepping into the chaotic holiday traffic to direct cars has taken social media by storm, with many quipping that the impersonator has finally “made NYC traffic great again.”

The footage, which surfaced on Christmas Day, shows a man bearing a striking resemblance to the 47th President—complete with the signature coiffed hair and tailored suit—standing in the middle of one of the world’s busiest intersections near Trump Tower.

A Festive Fix for Gridlock

Christmas in Manhattan is notoriously difficult for commuters, with “record-breaking” traffic levels often bringing Midtown to a standstill. As vehicles remained bumper-to-bumper near 57th Street, the impersonator took matters into his own hands.

In the clip, the lookalike can be seen using authoritative hand gestures to wave cars through the intersection, occasionally pausing to give a signature thumbs-up or a wave to stunned onlookers. For a few moments, the illusion was so convincing that some pedestrians reportedly questioned if the Commander-in-Chief had truly decided to tackle the city’s congestion personally.

Social Media Reacts

The video quickly racked up millions of views across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and TikTok. Netizens were quick to lean into the humor of the situation:

• “Trump saves Christmas!” one user wrote, sharing the clip that highlighted the smooth flow of cars under the impersonator’s watch.
• “Finally, a solution for the Fifth Avenue gridlock,” another joked.
• “NYC traffic made great again,” became the unofficial slogan for the viral moment, echoing the President’s famous campaign catchphrase.

A Tradition of Impersonation

While the identity of this specific lookalike has not been officially confirmed, New York City has a long history of Trump impersonators appearing near the iconic Fifth Avenue skyscraper. Professional impersonators like John Di Domenico have previously performed similar stunts in the area, often drawing massive crowds.

This latest appearance provided a moment of levity during a high-stress travel day. While the real President Trump spent his Christmas addressing national security matters—including a significant military strike against ISIS in Nigeria—his “double” was busy ensuring that New Yorkers made it to their holiday dinners on time.