85-Year-Old Grandma Joins Roller Coaster Adventure But Isn't Impressed
To celebrate National Roller Coaster Day on August 16, a clip featuring an 85-year-old grandma on a roller coaster has taken TikTok by storm. The video, shared by sibling musicians @WeAreSheppard, shows their grandma Baba joining them for a ride that ended in unexpected ways. Despite enjoying the fun initially, Baba's experience turned comical as she got drenched, becoming more concerned about getting wet than handling the thrill of loops and bends. This hilarious moment, viewed by over 1.2 million people, shows Baba laughing at first and then gripping the handlebars with a worried expression as they rose up a steep incline. She nervously asks, "I can't fall out, can I?" bringing nervous chuckles from the grandkids who cheer her on with, "Let's go, Baba." After a series of twists and a steep drop, the ride ends with a splash, leaving Baba soaked and visibly unimpressed. Numerous TikTok users praised her bravery, with some even confessing their own fear of similar rides, turning Baba into a minor internet sensation.
The origins of National Roller Coaster Day are somewhat murky. However, it's widely speculated to commemorate the issuance of the first roller coaster patent by Edwin Prescott on August 16, 1898. Meanwhile, some trace the roots back to the Russian Mountains of the 17th century, icy hills constructed for thrill-seekers in present-day St. Petersburg. Whether seen as a technical milestone or linked to ancient traditions, this day celebrates the joy and fear roller coasters bring to enthusiasts around the world.
So, while Baba might prefer avoiding water rides in the future, her adventurous spirit has certainly left a memorable mark on this year’s National Roller Coaster Day.
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