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12-Year-Old Israeli Boy Gains Viral Fame Digging Backyard Pool With Kitchen Spoon

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First reported by Channel 13 · 21 hours ago

What happened

Adam Cooper, a 12-year-old from Kibbutz Maagan Michael, became a viral sensation by digging a backyard pool using only a kitchen spoon, attracting millions of TikTok views. Managing the entire project solo, he uncovered old artifacts and received an offer to build a real pool. Adam plans to continue sharing creative challenges online.

01Adam Cooper, 12, dug a backyard pool using only a kitchen spoon, gaining viral TikTok fame.
02His TikTok account "Mazleg" amassed tens of thousands of followers and millions of views in two weeks.
03Adam manages all digging, filming, and editing alone, with some digging sessions lasting over five hours.
04He discovered old artifacts like a plate and jug while digging in his garden.
05Adam is now recognized publicly and received an offer to build a real pool after his challenge.
06He plans to continue posting creative challenges and engaging with his audience.

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