It was an instant viral hit when a tiny little girl was filmed cursing after taking part in the Ice Bucket Challenge.
Now however three-year-old Scarlett-Rose Davis now wants to apologise for saying that naughty word.
Scarlett’s Grandmother Carla Davis-Ball has explained the story behind the viral video, and insists it’s not the family who are responsible for the little girl’s unexpected reaction.
“She has picked up a few bad words when we have gone out for meals or into town,” Carla explained.
“It did shock me but she's so clever I'm not surprised she's picked it up. We told her it was a naughty word. Children have brains like sponges and I can't stop it. But she does know it's wrong.”
“I have to say when I heard her swearing I nearly died with laughter. I know it's wrong but it's the same reaction most adults would have after being drenched in ice water,” Carla admitted.
“We did tell her not to say rude words and she is normally very good and polite. I couldn't believe it when she came out with that language.”
Carla also addresses commenter’s concerns about letting the toddler take part in the challenge, reassuring viewers that it was Scarlett’s idea, and that the water was warm.
“She had seen some of the ice bucket videos on my phone and seen one of my friends do it,' said Carla.
“She said: ‘Nanny, can I do that?’”
“I wasn't keen on her having ice water poured over her so I said we'd use warm water from the cooking pot”
Despite the shock of internet fame, Scarlett’s grandparents are glad she took part in the challenge.
“It makes me so happy that a three-year-old picked on a good cause and wanted to get involved. She knows it's for poorly people.”
To prove she's learned her lesson, Scarlett did the challenge again - this time with a smile on her face!
