Wanda Dench and Jamal Hinton, who met due to a text message mix-up in 2016, have been celebrating Thanksgiving together for nine years. This year, Hinton will host the dinner, with Dench attending despite her recent breast cancer diagnosis.
In 2016, Wanda Dench mistakenly texted Jamal Hinton , inviting him to her grandson's Thanksgiving dinner. Despite the initial confusion, Dench invited Hinton to join her for dinner. This chance encounter has turned into a yearly tradition, with both parties celebrating Thanksgiving together for the past eight years. This year, Hinton will host the dinner, and Dench, who was recently diagnosed with breast cancer , will join him.
The pair's story has resonated with many, capturing hearts and inspiring annual updates on social media
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