Barack Obama’s surprise visit as Santa Claus to a children’s hospital is melting hearts online

The video, which has gone viral with over 2.9 million views, has created quite a buzz on social media with many cheering the former US president for his "kindness" and "swagger".

“I’m 6’7 350 pounds and i’m sorry I got tears in my eyes. Thanks Mr. President. Miss this. Blessings.” (Source: childrenshealth/Twitter)

Former US President Barack Obama’s surprise visit to a children’s hospital in America is winning many hearts on social media. Dressed as Santa Claus, the 57-year-old walked through the corridors of the hospital where he was greeted by a cheerful crowd. Wearing a Santa hat, Obama then went around with a goodie bag distributing gifts to the children admitted to the Children’s National Hospital in Washington, DC. A video of the merry moment was caught on camera and shared by the official Twitter handle of the hospital.