Watch: Barack Obama Dons Santa Hat, Delivers Gifts And Christmas Cheer

Former US President Barack Obama recently ditched his tailored suits for something more festive when he surprised schoolkids with gifts. Donning a casual jacket and a Santa hat, Mr Obama visited a Boys and Girls Club in Washington, DC, to hand out gifts and spread some Christmas cheer. A short clip, shared by his Communications Director, shows him walking up to about 50 excited children with a bag of gifts slung over his shoulder. The delighted kids can be seen jumping around and vying to shake his hand.
 

Here's some Christmas cheer: check out @BarackObama surprising kids at the Boys and Girls Club. #ObamaAndKids pic.twitter.com/RR0EOxSU8R

- Katie Hill (@KatieMHill) December 14, 2017

Mr Obama himself took to Twitter to share a picture from the event.

"There's no better time than the holiday season to reach out and give back to our communities," he wrote in a tweet that has been 'liked' over 3.4 lakh times.
 

There's no better time than the holiday season to reach out and give back to our communities. Great to hear from young people at the Boys & Girls Club in DC today. pic.twitter.com/FSJkj1qwg9

- Barack Obama (@BarackObama) December 14, 2017

People on Twitter can't stop raving about Mr Obama's thoughtful gesture:
 

Wow! Thank you, sir, for your ongoing leadership and involvement! Your example is an inspiration!

- Scott (@nordicmonte) December 15, 2017

Thank you for your leadership Mr President in words & deed. Merry Christmas to you Michelle and your beautiful daughters.

- #ThemajorityResist (@DeelightRI) December 15, 2017

You are such an awesome human being. Thank you!!!

- Brian Krassenstein (@krassenstein) December 14, 2017

Last month, Mr Obama had shown up for jury duty in Chicago, much to the delight and surprise of everyone else there.