Sometimes wedding proposals include grand gestures, but an Alabama man pulled out all the shots when he enlisted the local police force to help him propose to his girlfriend.
Daiwon McPherson’s wedding proposal went viral over the weekend after video was posted showing two police officers hopping out of their car and running towards a man [McPherson] at a gas station with their guns drawn out, yelling at him to “get on the ground.” In the video, the cops suspect that the man has a gun.
A woman (Shawna Blackmon) quickly gets in between the officers and the man and tells the cops to “back up,” as she attempts to retrieve the so-called weapon and then — surprise! The man, who is already on his knees, pulls out a ring and proposes to her instead.
“This is not funny but I love how she step in and risked her own life so I get why he chose her kudos to him but still excessive force is a problem and this video just cause more people to insensitive to the issue,” wrote another user.
“Black men and women are getting shot everyday and you make a mockery of police brutality to propose? Really? I’m sick,” commented a Twitter user.
Others, however, didn’t think it was in poor taste.
“Beautiful, it just show how dedicated and down a black woman is for her man!!!!! Awesome,” said another user.
After the video garnered so much attention, McPherson went on the record to give his explanation behind why he chose to propose in such a creative manner.
According to AL.com, he said he wanted to people to see the police working with the community for a good cause.
“I really wanted to bring the bike life and the police together,” he said, adding that he wanted the proposal video to go viral for social media users to see a video of police working together with the community for a good cause. “I can’t believe I actually pulled this off,” he said.
As for his bride-to-be, “I appreciate the way he did it… here we are, ending the year engaged!” Blackmon said.
10 Mannequin Challenges Ranked From Worst to Best (Videos)
Don't stand still. Vote today: https://t.co/jfd3CXLD1s #ElectionDay #MannequinChallenge pic.twitter.com/4KAv2zu0rd— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) November 8, 2016
10. Hillary Clinton
We'll give Hillary Clinton and her team and A+ for effort. They almost had it. The scene was set, the poses were intricate, the challenge was seconds away from being complete, but then Clinton blinked.
While it may seem petty to dock off points for a mere blink, the entire purpose of the challenge is to hold still like a mannequin -- and mannequins don't blink.
A video posted by kellyrowland (@kellyrowland) on Nov 7, 2016 at 9:13am PST
9. Destiny's Child
We couldn't include a list of Mannequin Challenges without finding a way to put Beyoncé on it. Although this one was a little mediocre (sorry beyhive), it was still cute -- and they're clearly experts at holding completely still.
A video posted by Wardell Curry (@stephencurry30) on Nov 6, 2016 at 1:28am PST
8. Steph and Ayesha Curry
If the Curry's weren't relationship goals before, they sure are now.
This one had a lot of participants, but few things that were very out of the norm. It just looked like a restaurant scene frozen in time. Extra points for getting all the diners to join in on the challenge though.
A video posted by Blac Chyna (@blacchyna) on Nov 10, 2016 at 2:50pm PST
7. Blac Chyna and Rob Kardashian
Blac Chyna didn't let having a baby keep her from participating in the Mannequin Challenge.
Chyna was in the hospital bed appearing to be screaming from giving birth while Rob Kardashian was anxiously at the foot of the bed awaiting his daughter to arrive.
6. BYU Cougars Gymnastics Team
The sheer strength it took to pull this off is unimaginable -- it hurt just watching it. This one wins our Olympic Gold.
Freezing our @WhiteHouse visit in time forever with @FLOTUS!#MannequinChallenge ???????? pic.twitter.com/iX1qaJ8qQQ— Cleveland Cavaliers (@cavs) November 11, 2016
5. Cleveland Cavaliers
The Cavs enjoyed their visit to the White House so much that they wanted to freeze their time there forever -- and we're glad they did.
Although this challenge seemed simple enough, we love it because of LeBron and Michelle's selfie moment. So precious.
4. Simone Shepherd and King Keraun
Comedians and YouTube personalities Simone Shepherd and King Keraun took a creative twist on the Mannequin Challenge. They reenacted R. Kelly's popular 12 chapter drama, "Trapped in the Closet," and captured multiple scenes into one video.
3. Black in Blue Film
Most mannequin challenges have all been in good fun, but this one took it a step further and turned a viral challenge into a powerful message.
This challenge reenacted the fatal deaths of Sandra Bland, Trayvon Martin, Philando Castile and Alton Sterling, all while playing police scanner audio from the real events in the background.
LOOK AT THESE 4YR OLDS TRYING TO DO THE #MannequinChallenge ???????????????????? pic.twitter.com/URQimmkmtM— 7 GOD (@iiBreakNecks) November 11, 2016
2. These 4-year-olds absolutely failed the Mannequin Challenge, but they still nailed it.
You can literally see how hard it is for them to not move and they’re trying their best to hold still for the sake of the challenge. Cuteness overload.
1. TheWrap
Everyone, just quit the challenge -- TheWrap wins. Hands down, the best mannequin challenge was done by TheWrap. Their creativity is unmatched, the precision unparalleled, we can't think of anyone who's done it better.
Totally unbiased opinion, of course.
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From Hillary Clinton to the Cleveland Cavaliers, see who nailed the challenge
10. Hillary Clinton
We'll give Hillary Clinton and her team and A+ for effort. They almost had it. The scene was set, the poses were intricate, the challenge was seconds away from being complete, but then Clinton blinked.
While it may seem petty to dock off points for a mere blink, the entire purpose of the challenge is to hold still like a mannequin -- and mannequins don't blink.
