This Jake Humphrey thread and the response it provoked is truly heartwarming stuff
Just a lovely story this, a thread that started completely by accident when BT Sport presenter Jake Humphrey noticed something written on the back of someone sat in front of him and well, it spiralled from there.
1/3. Today, whilst watching the game from our presenting position, I was drawn to a spectator with a message on his back. I did a bit of research, & unexpectedly found myself shedding a little tear in the middle of an FA Cup semi-final! I’ve worked out who the gentleman was, and pic.twitter.com/c03fVh6qZX
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
2/3. why he was wearing the top. I thought I’d share the above photos, but more importantly, this link to his Go Fund Me page.
We’ve never met, but his daughter lived for mere hours, and in 2019, he will strive to achieve great things in her name. https://t.co/c65MypYkLT
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— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
3/3 so, wherever you are reading this, if you’re lucky enough to have kids…go cuddle them.
And to you, Ross…I hope this helps somewhat with your efforts, I’m really sorry for your loss, and wish you so much love and luck with the remaining challenges.
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
And this is what happened next.
TARGET REACHED ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
Thousands in minutes. Bloody massive thanks you lovely lot. You’ve just done a great thing xxxxxx
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
8k AND RISING!!!!!!! ❤️ pic.twitter.com/THRa2AuP1D
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
And then this happened.
This is Norah’s Mummy, Ross’ wife. I can’t thank you enough for your random act of kindness and the overwhelming support and donations your tweets have brought in. Our daughter is helping to change so many lives even though she’s not physically here and that makes me so proud💗
— Naomi Coniam (@nomtuttle) April 7, 2019
My pleasure. Glad to help in a small way. Huge love to you and the family
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 7, 2019
❤️❤️❤️
— Naomi Coniam (@nomtuttle) April 7, 2019
And it just kept on going.
Over 10k now. SO pleased for you all x
— Jake Humphrey (@mrjakehumphrey) April 8, 2019
We are honestly speechless! The kindness of strangers has truly touched us and our hearts our bursting with pride to be Norah’s parents 👼💕
— Naomi Coniam (@nomtuttle) April 8, 2019
And here were just a few of the things people were saying about it.
Absolutely fantastic to see you use Twitter so positively and for no personal benefit @mrjakehumphrey This post will mean so much to that family. In a world of product placement, commercial gain and self interest you are a hero 👏👏👏👏
— Pringo (@pringo69) April 7, 2019
I am Norah’s Grandad Ken. This gesture means so much to our family and I am sure to many other families who have suffered in the same manner. Thank you so much.
— Ken Coniam (@ConiamK) April 7, 2019
Jake !! What a chap pic.twitter.com/OHmDxuqTCB
— Matt Stevens (@Mattstevens044) April 7, 2019
You’ll probably never know how much this meant to the family. What a guy! This showcases the best of social media!
— JoJo (@wannawilliams) April 7, 2019
Well done Jake. Social media used in a positive way. 👏
— Paul Knowles 75 (@PaulKnowles751) April 7, 2019
Lovely touch to take time out to highlight his cause. Top man Jake 👏🏻👏🏻
— Garwain (@Garwain) April 7, 2019
Truly wonderful ❤️ ❤️ ❤️. Twitter at its very best.
— Lee LeBorgne 🎧 (@LeeBo) April 8, 2019
To conclude …
https://twitter.com/mrjakehumphrey/status/1115156519388090368
https://twitter.com/mrjakehumphrey/status/1115232613977993216
