Celebrating 110 Years: UK’s Oldest Man Has a Star-Studded Birthday Bash!
Donald Rose, celebrating his 110th birthday, is the UK’s oldest man who enjoyed a celebrity bash complete with a serenade from Alfie Boe. The WWII veteran expressed joy over his special day, receiving royal congratulations and heartfelt tributes from friends and dignitaries alike.
Donald Rose, the UK’s oldest man at 110, partied like it was 1914 with a celebrity bash in Derbyshire. The Christmas Eve festivities included a birthday serenade from opera star Alfie Boe via video, who sang ‘Happy Birthday’ and mentioned it was “a pleasure” to perform for him. Rose, a gallant WWII veteran, exclaimed proudly, “Today is the best day I’ve ever had!”
His care home, Canal Vue, celebrated this milestone on Facebook, fondly calling him “110 years young!” Activity coordinator Naomi Allsop shared heartfelt musings praising her amazing friend, while the mayor described him as “a true national treasure.” It seems that age only sweetens the charm!
Among the festivities was a performance by Kate from the D-Day Darlings, singing classics like “We’ll Meet Again,” bringing back the spirit of war-time nostalgia. Just a few weeks earlier, Rose was a guest at a palace reception for veterans, hosted by the Duke of Gloucester. Apparently, the Duke doesn’t just hide behind castle walls but mingles with legends too!
Born in 1914 in Surrey, Mr. Rose has racked up quite the collection of medals, including France’s prized Legion D’Honneur. After various jobs and outliving most of his neighbours, he took up residence in Derbyshire at 106. Hitting ‘centenarian’ status seems to have worked wonders for his social life!
After the recent passing of John Tinniswood, Donald has now claimed the title of the oldest living man in the UK, although worldwide, the crown still goes to a 116-year-old lady in Japan. Not that he’d mind, he’s too busy blowing out candles and living his best life!
A long life certainly has its perks, and Donald Rose is living proof of that! Celebrating 110 years in style, he combines nostalgia for his wartime adventures with a contemporary birthday bash. Notably, as the oldest UK resident, Rose’s journey reflects the resilience and legacy of a remarkable life. With celebrity tributes and royal messages, he reminds us that age is merely a number when one has stories to tell and friends to celebrate with!
Donald Rose’s milestone birthday exemplifies joy, resilience, and a dash of celebrity glamour. With performances from famous artists and tributes highlighting his legacy as a WWII veteran, Rose has proven that 110 is just a number—one that can be celebrated with gusto! Here’s to many more celebrations for our dear supercentenarian!
Original Source: news.sky.com
