LATEST NEWS: Brian Kelly of LSU Tigers Discovers His Old School Janitor Still Working at 79 Years Old and Shocks Everyone
In a heartwarming turn of events, LSU Tigers head football coach Brian Kelly stunned the nation this week after a surprise visit to his old high school in Everett, Massachusetts led to an extraordinary act of generosity.
While walking the halls of his alma mater, Kelly was taken aback to see a familiar face—Mr. John, the janitor who had kept the school clean and spirits high during Kelly’s teenage years. Even more astonishing: Mr. John, now 79 years old, was still working full-time.
“I couldn’t believe it,” Kelly said. “He looked almost exactly the same, still with that humble smile, still pushing that mop down the same hallway I used to walk every morning. I had to stop and talk to him.”
Mr. John, whose full name is John Messina, began working at the high school over 50 years ago. Widowed and raising his grandchildren, he never retired, choosing instead to continue working to support his family. “It’s what I’ve always done,” Messina told local reporters. “I just want to make sure my grandkids have a better shot than I did.”
Touched by Mr. John’s story and unwavering dedication, Kelly decided to do something unforgettable. The very next day, the school gathered for what they believed was a standard assembly. What happened next left students, staff—and eventually, the entire country—speechless.
In front of a packed gymnasium, Brian Kelly took the microphone and publicly thanked Mr. John for his decades of service. Then came the twist: Kelly announced he would be personally funding Mr. John’s full retirement, including a monthly pension and college scholarships for each of his three grandchildren.
Gasps turned into tears as the humble janitor stood frozen in shock. “I don’t know what to say,” he whispered, choking back emotion. “I never expected anything like this.”
Videos of the emotional moment quickly went viral on social media, drawing millions of views and reactions nationwide. Celebrities, athletes, and everyday Americans applauded Kelly’s gesture, calling it a rare display of genuine gratitude and humanity.
In an age often marked by headlines of scandal or controversy in sports, this story stands out as a reminder of the impact one person can have with a single act of kindness.
And for Mr. John, who showed up every day with quiet dedication for over five decades, that impact just came full circle—thanks to a grateful former student who never forgot.
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