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Text message from 80-year-old softball teammate inspires millions of fans
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September 24, 2025
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1:28Now PlayingThere is good news tonight for an 80-year-old softball player whose encouraging text message to teammates has gone viral. Nelson Bradbury capturing the hearts of millions on TikTok who read the sweet message that praised his younger teammates for allowing him to be part of the team and giving him a ‘reason to get out of bed in the morning.’ NBC News’ Camila Bernal spoke with Bradbury on his newfound stardom.
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