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Octogenarian Super Bowl Fans Face Final Game
6 Feb
Summary
- Three octogenarians are the last fans to attend every Super Bowl.
- Advancing age and mobility issues may end their streak at 60 games.
- The trip has become increasingly expensive and commercialized.
Three friends, all octogenarians, are believed to be the last remaining fans to have attended every Super Bowl game since the first in 1967. Don Crisman, Gregory Eaton, and Tom Henschel have been present for all 60 of the championship games. However, this year's event may mark the end of their incredible streak.
Advancing years and diminishing mobility present significant challenges for Henschel and Crisman, leading them to believe this is likely their final Super Bowl. Crisman, who turns 90 this year, has attended with his daughter, while Henschel, 84, has been affected by a stroke. Eaton, 86, plans to continue attending as long as his health permits.
The escalating cost and commercialization of the Super Bowl have also contributed to their decision. Eaton noted the trip now costs around $10,000. While they've scaled back their trips from a week to just three or four days, the iconic streak is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain.
