Nation Tariq the corn kid became an internet sensation. Here’s what he’s been up to since then June 11, 2023 Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY Comments Off on Tariq the corn kid became an internet sensation. Here’s what he’s been up to since then Ahead of National Corn on the Cob Day, Tariq, better known as "corn kid" spoke with USA TODAY about his viral fame and what he's been up to since.