Pensioner shares video of himself dancing online – and is now TikTok famous

Over lockdown, a lot of us got addicted to TikTok and shamelessly tried out the viral dances in our living room.

It turns out it's not just the younger generation that have got the moves – as a pensioner has gone viral after recording himself throwing some shapes.

Jim Jordan is an 85-year old ex boxer who has been a resident in Brooklands Care Home in Dunmurry for the last two years .

Speaking to Belfast Live, a member of staff at Brooklands said: "You could probably guess from the TikTok, but JJ is just such a character and we love him so much.

"He was a boxer, as you can see from some of the moves. He started his lightweight boxing career in 1958 and says the highlight of his career was becoming a British Empire Games silver medallist.

"JJ won seven Championships over his time and was very well renowned throughout Ireland. He also really enjoys dancing.

"We are delighted because the video just lets people see exactly what does go on in Brooklands Care Home Dunmurry, it is fun and good craic.

"It's not just people sitting around, there is always something happening. every day.

"After the TikTok went up, JJ says he is just so pleased that he is now famous and he wants to know how much he is getting paid!

"Brooklands is the residents' home at the end of the day and we want to make that a special place, full of love and fun."

JJ isn't the only pensioner to take TikTok by storm.

Previously, a 71-year-old wowed social media with youthful looks that 'make her seem 40 years younger'.

Meanwhile, an OAP gave Rihanna a run for her money with his epic karaoke performance.

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