68-Year-Old Bar Owner Accidentally Goes Viral After Outsmarting Conan O’Brien During Subway Interview
Bored Panda • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Debbie Shields, a 68-year-old Brooklyn bar owner, went viral after a humorous subway encounter with comedian Conan O’Brien, where they improvised a fictional family history together.
- The brief interaction, lasting just 89 seconds, showcased Shields' quick wit and natural comedic timing, earning praise online and making O’Brien laugh uncontrollably.
- Following the viral moment, Shields’ Bed-Stuy bar, Confession Bar, attracted new customers eager to meet her, significantly boosting her business.
- Inspired by the experience, Shields is considering trying stand-up comedy herself, having previously only introduced performers at her weekly comedy nights.
- Shields capitalized on the viral fame by creating a cocktail named “The Baby Daddy O’Brien” and may potentially host O’Brien for a karaoke visit at her bar in the future.
