In 2019, an unexpected moment turned an ordinary day into an internet sensation, all thanks to Bobby, a cute 99-year-old man whose accidental paint-eating incident became a viral sensation.
Bobby’s granddaughter Alex Stein shared the hilarious but amazing moment when Bobby mistook the color white for his favorite dessert, yogurt. Her blunt tweet catapulted Bobby into the limelight, leading to a wave of concern, followed by relief when Bobby was left unlucky.
Despite the initial fear of the consequences, it became a funny anecdote that brought joy to people around the world. Bobby’s unintended misfortune won the hearts of many and resonated as a testament to his cheerful nature and the unexpected twists that life can take even at ninety-nine.
This memorable incident turned into a heartwarming story of resilience and unwanted internet fame, showcasing Bobby’s resilience and the contagious joy he brought to those around him.
@dailymail Bobby, who became famous when his granddaughter shared a picture of him eating paint thinking it was yogurt, had passed away #fyp #paintgrandpa #yogurt #meme #rip
My grandfather accidentally consumed a pint of paint today and mistook it for yogurt.
Bobby was ninety-nine years old at the time. Naturally, there were first concerns about the consequences of the mistake, especially with regard to the man’s health. But even at that age, the poisonous substance didn’t hit his stomach, so it was a laughable incident. Stein described her grandfather’s immediate state before the incident as “unfazed.”
Unfortunately, Bobby’s death brought us back to our attention. On November 3, Alex posted on Instagram to share the news. Bobby left us in June 1991, aged 91.
Accidentally consuming paint always brings back memories of Bobby
Alex shared several photos and touching videos to remember Bobby along with a heartbreaking caption. Since Nov. 3 would have been Bobby’s 92nd birthday, she shared the news that day. Alex went on to say that Bobby died peacefully in his sleep.
He continues: “And although he is terribly missed, he truly lived a long, happy, healthy and fulfilling life as a doctor, musician, father and grandfather.” Aside from consuming paint, Alex recalls that Bobby’s only goal in life was to make everyone around him laugh. As a result, it was almost as if he gained the entire world as the Internet turned into his audience. She concludes by expressing her gratitude to all of Bobby’s supporters over the years, saying she always knew the internet would perpetuate Bobby’s color-eating legend.
The post was soon flooded with messages of support, love, and memories of the legendary person on the Internet. The only post read: “RIP Bobby the GOAT Core memory of my teenage years was watching videos of him posting, always made me laugh and smile.” “I was just thinking about him too,” said another commenter. He was incredibly loved and left his mark.” Some responses expressed their gratitude in a similar way: “Bob, thanks for all the smiles and laughter. Silly, paint-eating old man, you will forever be in our hearts. Peace with you.”
Bobby, also known as Paint Grandpa, once ate paint. Recently, a TikToker dressed up as Bobby for Halloween brought back memories of him on the platform. On October 22, @princesspeyto posted 1 photo of herself decked out as Paint Grandpa. It was a dorm party. Unfortunately, too few people knew about the link.
Affectionately known as Paint Grandpa, Bobby took the internet by storm with his accidental paint-eating incident and left an indelible mark on the online community. His granddaughter Alex commemorated his life and death and highlighted his innate ability to bring joy and laughter to those around him.
Following Bobby’s unexpected fame, the tributes that poured in after Alex’s heartfelt Instagram post showed the profound impact this jovial man had on countless lives. Messages poured in, recounting memories of watching his videos and expressing gratitude for the smiles he brought.
Even after his death, Bobby’s legacy lives on. From TikTok tributes to Halloween costumes commemorating the iconic moment, Little Grandpa’s memory lives on, reminding us of the power of joy and the unexpected ways someone’s carefree spirit can resonate around the world.
Through laughter and the inadvertent consumption of paint mistaken for yogurt, Bobby’s essence remains etched in the collective memory of those who knew him, proving that sometimes it’s the inadvertent moments that become the most lasting and cherished memories.