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Milwaukee woman who went viral for dressing up as David Gruber meets him on Halloween

The two even got to say his iconic catchphrase together!
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MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee woman who went viral on TikTok after dressing up as local celebrity attorney David Gruber for Halloween last weekend got to meet him on Halloween.

Kayla Schmidt, her costume, and the accompanying TikTok video have garnered over half a million views in just a few days.

Kayla Schmidt and Gruber

@get_schmidty

One call…

♬ original sound - KAYLA

Schmidt, a dedicated fan of Gruber, showcased her creativity and enthusiasm by replicating his signature style. Her video quickly captured the attention of viewers, and eventually Gruber himself.

The real David Gruber saw Schmidt’s video and arranged to meet her Thursday afternoon. The two shared a moment of joy as they posed for photos together in matching suits and ties, solidifying the connection between fan and icon.

They even got to say his famous catchphrase together: “One call, that’s all!"

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Schmidt told us that she grew up watching TMJ4 with her parents in West Allis.

If you'd like to check out more of Schmidt's videos, click here.