Party-Loving Senior Celebrates 105th Birthday with a DJ and a Rave (LOOK)
A sprightly senior who says she loves to “dance and party” told her care-givers that she wanted to hold a rave to celebrate her 105th birthday.
So last Tuesday, Hilda Jackson swapped her walker for glowsticks and UV paint as a DJ descended on the Holbrook Hall Care Home in Derbyshire, England.
Staff helped organize the bash with fellow residents, who enjoyed the ‘open bar’ and lively dance classics spun from a booth set up in the lounge.
Hilda rolled back the years by swaying to disco tunes with friends and family—and tipping a gin and tonic.
Young-at-heart Hilda who received over 250 cards from well-wishers including King Charles, said, “I love a party so I’m going to be raving.
“I’ve enjoyed every minute of my life, which I intend to keep on doing while I can.”
“I never thought I’d get to this age but fortunately I’m here, and I’m grateful.”
Nottingham rapper Bru-C also entertained the 70 guests with a specially-written rap for Hilda and her major milestone birthday.
Jagermeister provided drinks for the guests—although many only opted for soft drinks.
Hilda, who was born when George V was on the throne, is the senior home’s oldest resident.
As to her secret for a long and healthy life, Hilda said, “I couldn’t get enough tennis.”
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She loved playing and watching tennis—especially Wimbledon—and was an avid traveller in her younger days.
“I just keep on and on, while I can, and take the day today as it comes.”
Following her husband’s death, her sister Vera also became a widow, so the two lived together for 63 years until Vera died.
The pair would often travel around the UK on dancing holidays and also abroad on dancing cruises.
She has lived through 22 different Prime Ministers and carried on driving until the age of 100.
Care home manager Rebecca Wass said she thinks Hilda picked up the idea of a rave from a TV show.
“She’s always been a big fan of dancing and living life to the fullest and said she wanted to do something to represent that. A few were up dancing away—and even Hilda gives it a go.”
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Described as a very cheeky lady who is constantly on the go, Hilda has some advice for fellow oldsters.
“Just keep on—keep batting.” (Watch the video from SWNS news agency…)
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