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Chanty Beluga TikTok trend

Character referenceUse with caution

Chanty Beluga is a TikTok trend that Trendhaus first saw on .

This trend features skits based on comedian Kourtney O'Donnell's anti-comedy character, Chanty Beluga. The humor comes from the character's unusual name and her tendency to introduce herself by name in mundane situations. People create their own scenarios, often expanding on her lore with jokes about a dark secret or simply repeating her name in everyday contexts.

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How to make a Chanty Beluga video

  1. Create a skit featuring a character named Chanty Beluga.
  2. Show the character in a mundane, everyday situation (e.g., ordering coffee, making an appointment).
  3. The main joke is the character introducing herself by her unusual name, or simply repeating it.
  4. Optionally, expand on her 'lore' by hinting at a dark or unexpected secret.

What Trendhaus measured

First seen
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Type
Character reference
Can a brand use it?
Use with caution. Usable, but it's tied to a specific person, joke or community, so check the context before a brand joins in.
Origin
The trend originated from comedian Kourtney O'Donnell's anti-comedy character Chanty Beluga.

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  • A brand could create a skit where 'Chanty Beluga' introduces herself while using or interacting with their product in a mundane way.
  • A brand could subtly incorporate the name 'Chanty Beluga' into a product description or social media caption as a nod to the trend.
  • A brand could create a short, humorous video showing a product being used in an 'average and uninteresting' way, with a character introducing themselves as Chanty Beluga.

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What is the Chanty Beluga TikTok trend?

This trend features skits based on comedian Kourtney O'Donnell's anti-comedy character, Chanty Beluga. The humor comes from the character's unusual name and her tendency to introduce herself by name in mundane situations. People create their own scenarios, often expanding on her lore with jokes about a dark secret or simply repeating her name in everyday contexts.

When did the Chanty Beluga trend start?

Trendhaus first saw it on 27 August 2026. The trend originated from comedian Kourtney O'Donnell's anti-comedy character Chanty Beluga.

Can brands use the Chanty Beluga trend?

Use with caution. Usable, but it's tied to a specific person, joke or community, so check the context before a brand joins in.

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