Ben couldn’t help but break down in tears when he finally understood what was happening.

‘The outpouring of love and support has taken on a life of its own.’

‘Hats off to these young men for showing such respect!!’

As they shut down the highway, Michigan State Police came up with a plan. They quickly approached waiting semi trucks to help them carry it out.

Other fans rallied around the ‘Full House’ actress in support and praised her for responding honestly and graciously.

‘As you’re losing it, it’s not as bad as you think.’

Nine months later, the survivor got to meet his doctor friend once more, and their reunion says more than any words could.

She had the rare distinction of being the last living person to have existed in three separate centuries.

Watch her face as she realizes who’s making the morning announcement in this video.

Big smiles, colorful balloons, and upbeat music accompanied the festivities, and Williams even sported a fun pair of purple sunglasses and a shiny (and fluffy) princess tiara.