In this digital age, going viral can happen in the blink of an eye, and for Sophia Ross, a Hooters waitress, that moment came during a DUI arrest. Caught on police body cam footage, Sophia’s flirting — calling a Sarasota cop “daddy” and suggesting a make-out — went viral. But beneath the viral sensation lies a bigger story of growth and self-discovery. “I Want to Be a Lesson, Not Just a Meme” Sophia talks to TMZ exclusively about the incident with humor and humility. She says her behavior, though exaggerated due to the situation, isn’t far off from her normal outgoing self. But Sophia is honest about how “dumb” she was and hopes her story is a lesson for others navigating life. A Shoutout to Viral Legends Sophia’s rise to internet fame has drawn comparisons to another viral star, Haliey Welch, aka the “Hawk Tuah” girl. Welch turned her own cringeworthy moment into a brand, with podcasts, merchandise and a whole following. Sophia says she’s flattered by the comparison, calls ...