Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino shared frightening Ring camera footage that captured the moment his son Romeo began choking on pasta – what he described as the “scariest moment” of his family's life.
The 41-year-old “Jersey Shore” star, who recently revealed the lengths he went to to hide his $500,000 drug addiction, used both Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter, to upload the video while raising awareness about CPR knowledge.
In the clip, the TV personality was seen with her loved ones at the kitchen table, enjoying a “regular dinner” on Thursday.
Suddenly, after eating a bite of pasta, the two-year-old began choking on a piece of gnocchi that was stuck in his throat.
Mike picked up the little one and began patting him on the shoulder while his wife, Lauren, calmly stepped in to help him dislodge the piece of food from his throat using a device she had picked up from the counter.
Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino, 41, shared horrifying Ring camera footage that captured the moment his son Romeo began choking on pasta – calling it the “scariest” moment of his family's life
The Jersey Shore star used both Instagram and X, formerly known as Twitter, to upload the video while raising awareness about CPR
In the caption of the post, the star wrote to his fans and followers: “THE MOST TERRIBLE MOMENT OF OUR LIVES‼️”
“It was an ordinary dinner at Situations when suddenly and without realizing it, Romeo started choking on his favorite pasta pesto gnocchi!!” “He was hunched over and not breathing,” Mike recalled.
“I'm so proud that my wife and I didn't panic, didn't hesitate, and ultimately removed the food that was blocking the airway and saved his life.”
Sorrentino added, “I love my family with all my heart and am so grateful that everything worked out.”
He concluded: “It's safe to say we're taking CPR classes now and Romeo won't be eating gnocchi any time soon.”
In the comments section of the Instagram video, Mike explained to his followers that the device his wife grabbed to release the noodles from his throat was an item called a decoker.
Social media users also jumped into the comments section to applaud the parents for saving their son's life and remaining calm even during the harrowing incident.
One fan wrote: “The peace and quiet is top notch.” If you had been upset it would have upset him even more. Fabulous work!'
In the clip, the TV personality was seen with her loved ones at the kitchen table, enjoying a “regular dinner” on Thursday
Mike picked up the little one and began patting him on the back while his wife, Lauren, calmly stepped in to help him dislodge the piece of food from his throat
“It was an ordinary dinner at Situations when suddenly and without realizing it, Romeo started choking on his favorite pasta pesto gnocchi!!” “He was hunched over and not breathing,” Mike recalled
He concluded: “It's safe to say we're taking CPR classes now and Romeo won't be eating gnocchi any time soon.”
In the comments section of the Instagram video, Mike explained to his followers that the device his wife grabbed that helped release the noodles from his throat was an item called a decoker
Social media users also jumped into the comments section to applaud the parents for saving their son's life and remaining calm even during the harrowing incident
Another Instagram user added: “The way Lauren stayed so calm and collected – great job parents!”
His “Jersey Shore” co-star Sammi “Sweetheart” Giancola wrote: “Omg my heart I'm so glad he's okay!” ❤️.”
Mike and his wife Lauren tied the knot in November 2018 and currently share their son Romeo and daughter Mia Bella.
Last year, in September 2023, the couple announced they were expecting baby number three – a baby girl – due later this year in March.
In a sweet post, Sorrentino revealed, “Good things come in threes.” We're adding another pumpkin to our patch. “Baby #3 is due in March 2024.”
Mike and his college girlfriend posed for adorable snaps with their two kids in a fall-themed photo shoot. In one photo, the family posed on a porch surrounded by pumpkins and showed off an ultrasound image.
The lovebirds began their first relationship in 2005 but split four years later. However, in 2013, the couple rekindled a romance.
In 2015, the duo starred in Marriage Boot Camp: Reality Stars and Sorrentino popped the big question on Valentine's Day in February 2018.
Mike and his wife Lauren tied the knot in November 2018 and currently share their son Romeo and daughter Mia Bella
Last year, in September 2023, the couple announced they were expecting baby number three – a baby girl – due later this year in March
The proposal was shown on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation and, according to People, Mike was seen getting down on one knee.
A slideshow also appeared in which the reality star had written, “I fell in love with you because you loved me when I couldn't love myself.”
“You are my best friend, my college sweetheart, my significant other.” You make me a better person. Please make me the happiest man in the world. Will you please marry me?'
At the end of December last year, Mike celebrated his eight-year anniversary by sharing a sweet picture with his family as they enjoyed a delicious cake.
“Today I am 8 years clean and sober.” “The comeback is always bigger than the setback,” he wrote to his followers.
During a conversation with The Bump in July 2023, both Sorrentino and his wife spoke about their relationship and parenting.
The Jersey Shore star said: “We are very conscious of our history and what we have built over almost 20 years.”
During a conversation with The Bump in July 2023, both Sorrentino and his wife spoke about their relationship and parenting
“I'm going to be sober for eight years now.” I'm a role model in the community… I had a very wild upbringing until my twenties. But for me, it's very heartwarming to settle down, to be so stable and have a nice family life,” he said
“We are very focused on making positive decisions to grow for ourselves, our family and our future.” That's why I take being a father and husband very seriously. It's definitely what I've always wanted.'
When asked what his younger, teenage self would think of his life now, Mike admitted: “My 19-year-old self would say, 'Well done' – because, you know, I've been on a roller coaster ride of rapid fame.” and exploding money…'
He later added: “But the good news is that we are turning around.” [setbacks] into our classes, and the comeback was greater than the setback. I put in the work.'
“I'm going to be sober for eight years now.” I'm a role model in the community… I had a very wild upbringing until my twenties. But for me, it’s very heartwarming to settle down, to be so stable and have a nice family life.”