UK dad Sam Murphy wanted to surprise his son Carter, who has ADHD, with a special treat for his birthday. He asked Carter what he wanted and was told his one wish was to meet the legendary slasher movie villain Jason Voorhees.
Sure enough, “Jason” was waiting for Carter outside the school gates and the pair walked home hand in hand. Sam had contacted local special effects makeup artist Tony Gartland, who has attended several horror conventions as Vooorhees, to play the role.
“I spoke to the school about it and they said they didn’t want Jason waiting at the school gates so he had to be round the corner,” said Sam. “It was quite a nice experience, he was walking down the street holding hands with Jason. He has issues with touching, he won’t hold my hand.”
“Carter hasn’t shut up about it, Jason gave him a t-shirt and he hasn’t taken it off since. I can’t get it in the wash,” Sam revealed.
