His name was Sam Sung and he went viral for working at an Apple Store. What happened next made him change it
Published on: Oct. 23, 2025, 12:04 a.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Sam Struan, originally named Sam Sung, went viral while working at an Apple store in Vancouver after a photo of his business card circulated online. The unexpected attention prompted him to adopt a new professional surname to avoid being seen as an internet joke and build his career. He later auctioned his old items for charity. Struans story highlights how a quirky viral moment can shape personal branding, career choices, and public perception.
