‘I Became Humdaddy’: Oakland TikTok Star Finds Healing Through Hummingbirds

Oakland resident James Manzo has made a name for himself on the social media platform TikTok, creating viral videos dressed up in creative costumes, as he feeds hummingbirds on his back porch.
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[@tamilemke5767]

Fantastic video and an even more incredible human. 😍

[@mattmayo3539]

That last bird coming into frame when was just perfect.

[@cheryljewett315]

I have many feeders and have identified about 7 that come visit my feeders. I haven’t been able to hand feed them; however, they will dive bomb me whenever their feeders are empty. How I wish I could hand feed them. I have names for them. I love my hummers.

[@marshaberdan2958]

You’re one of my favorite Instagram accounts! You’re so inspiring, thank you!

[@nancym8486]

Thank you for bringing some joy into the world. ❤

[@TheBuriedLedeR]

Re: "Permission" to feel happiness. Who granted him permission? No one. That's a felony.

[@fannindan1]

Miss your postings.

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