Oliver Anthony Shares Photos Of Generous Gift And Note He Received From A Fan Who Served In The Military
By now, we’re sure y’all are aware of Oliver Anthony and his extraordinary rise to fame. The previously unknown singer-songwriter became an overnight sensation after a video of him performing an original song, “Rich Men North of Richmond,” went viral.
Since then, Anthony has gained millions of followers on social media, has a World Tour planned for 2024, and got the chance to make his Grand Ole Opry debut.
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Needless to say, Anthony (whose real name is Christopher Lunsford), has reached a lot of people with his music. One of those fans recently sent Anthony a meaningful note and gift.
A Veteran Sent Anthony His “Cammies” And Humanitarian Service Medal
Anthony shared a photo on social media showcasing a note he received from a military veteran. The note accompanied a set of U.S. Marines “cammies” and a Humanitarian Service Medal. It read:
“Hello Chris … As a vet I want to say thank you for your music. Depression sucks and I live with it. Seeing you live in the woods I thought you could use my old cammies. Been in my closet since 1995 when I got out. You can pretend to be a tree ‘lol.’ Cammies have been to Okinawa, Hong Kong, Hawaii, Singapore, Australia plus months on the ocean. I was a helicopter mechanic, also is my squadron patch from OOR 1993 tour. My Humanitarian Medal I’m passing on to you. You earned it. Thanks…“
The note was signed by someone with the last name “Long.” Anthony hopes Long or someone who knows him will see his post.
“A veteran sent me this. Hard to put into words what stuff like this means to me,” Anthony said. “I owe you a handshake, brother. Mr. Long, if you see this by chance, I owe you some backstage passes. I don’t know how to get in touch, but maybe if someone recognizes the uniform, tag him in this?”
You can see Oliver’s post about the note below. We hope he’s able to find the veteran who sent him this incredibly meaningful gift so he can thank him in person.