Grandma And Stranger Who She Accidentally Invited To Thanksgiving 10 Years Ago Issues Devastating Update

Story of friendship still being written

The pair continued their Thanksgiving tradition year after year, forming a unique bond that grew stronger over time.

Their relationship deepened through shared experiences beyond the holiday table.

Hinton stood by Dench during her toughest moments, including the loss of her husband, Lonnie, in 2020 due to complications from COVID-19.

Speaking to CNN, Hinton described their connection, stating: “We’re more a family now.”

The two also shared fun moments, such as when Hinton accompanied Dench to get her first tattoo.

Devastating circumstance meant plans had to change

Unfortunately, the pair faced another challenge recently.

In an Instagram post last last year, Hinton shared an update from Dench, revealing her diagnosis of breast cancer.

The illness was discovered during a CT scan for bronchitis, which revealed a concerning lump.

Dench explained that her treatment, including chemotherapy, had left her immunocompromised, making it unsafe for her to join Hinton and his family for their annual Thanksgiving gathering.

Dench expressed her disappointment, saying: “I was looking so forward to meeting his family and having turkey with everybody, but we have to accept things the way they are. I’m sure next year is going to be so much better.”

Despite being unable to meet in person, the pair found a creative way to stay connected.

They went live on Instagram, allowing Dench to chat with Hinton and his family, maintaining their cherished connection.

Reuniting this Thanksgiving

This year, the pair are reuniting after Dench revealed to Today that she is cancer-free, as of her last check-up.

This year, they’ve partnered with Green Giant which is providing all of the food, from turkey to mashed potatoes to green bean casserole.

Dench said: “It was an easy decision to partner with Green Giant because I grew up with them, and Jamal did, too.

“Who doesn’t have green bean casserole for Thanksgiving every year? It just felt good.”

Netflix movie in the works

The pair’s heartwarming story even caught the attention of Netflix.

In 2021, the streaming platform announced plans to produce a movie titled The Thanksgiving Text, inspired by their viral tradition.

However, updates on the film’s progress have been scarce.

Reflecting on their journey, Hinton shared that when he first asked for a Thanksgiving plate in 2016, he was joking.

He never expected it to turn into something so meaningful.

“It turned out to be something amazing,” he said. Continue reading…