In early July, a Michael Jordan lookalike went viral.
It was funny, and frankly downright awesome to see a guy balling on the streets in full Jordan attire.
Now it’s also one of the best stories of 2016.
Jeffrey Harrison is the name of the MJ impersonator. Born autistic, Harrison honors his idol by studying and dressing up as MJ, per KREM’s Darnay Tripp.
Michael Jordan found out and sent Harrison an amazing care package:
Michael Jordan sent two boxes of gear to Jeffrey Harrison after seeing video of him playing hoops in his MJ uniform. pic.twitter.com/ZV0c7KpJcQ
— Darnay Tripp (@DarnayTripp) August 12, 2016
Jordan even called Harrison:
The end of Jeffrey’s phone call with Michael Jordan. I’ll not soon forget this moment. pic.twitter.com/CCdcxMtDIZ
— Darnay Tripp (@DarnayTripp) August 12, 2016
It’s an incredible moment, a viral sensation with a feel-good ending. It speaks to the good of this internet age among the multitudes of negatives, so kudos go to Jordan for making it happen.
It’s not every day a fan gets to speak with his idol. Harrison did just that and will be the talk of the courts for a long time while he impersonates his hero.
