Following his father’s footsteps, this 17-year-old boy from Texas sold watermelons to sponsor his college tuition

Kennedy and his father work long, grueling hours at a wholesale location, often starting early in the morning under intense heat. “We have to wake up early every morning to get there. The hours are very long, and it’s very hot,” Kennedy said.

Despite the challenges, Kennedy is confident in the quality of his product.

“It’s freshly picked, so it’s basically guaranteed to be sweet. There’s nothing bad about it. They’re the best watermelons I’ve ever had,” he said. 

For Kennedy, selling watermelons is more than a side hustle; it’s an investment in his future. He hopes to gain admission into Texas A&M University, where he plans to pursue his education.

“Growing up, I always heard the stories, and I knew one day I wanted to get paid for something like that,” Kennedy said.

His long-term dream goes beyond college. Kennedy aspires to become an executive producer in Hollywood, working on both high- and low-budget films.

“Owning my own business is something I want to do. If I become an executive producer, I’d be running a business too,” he explained.

But Kennedy’s journey has not been without obstacles. His father revealed that finding a place to sell the watermelons was initially difficult after two locations withdrew their offers.

However, a local company later stepped in and allowed Kennedy to sell temporarily on their lot.“I want to help him as much as I can to help facilitate his dreams,” Steve Miller said.

Beyond financial support, the venture has strengthened its bond.“It’s not just about him following in my footsteps, but about him using my footsteps to chart his own course. He’s got a bright future, and I’m incredibly proud to be his father,” Steve said.