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DeLorean Restorer's Friendship with Famous Robin Goes Viral

12/24/2025

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Tom McElhone, a DeLorean car restorer near Lough Neagh, formed a friendship with a robin named Henry.
Henry began visiting Tom more than a year ago, and the moments were captured in videos by Tom's son.
The videos have attracted millions of views, making Henry possibly the most famous robin globally.
The friendship helps McElhone stay connected with his family as he shares moments with loved ones around the world.

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Story summary

Tom McElhone, a DeLorean car restorer near Lough Neagh, formed a friendship with a robin named Henry.
Henry began visiting Tom more than a year ago, and the moments were captured in videos by Tom's son.
The videos have attracted millions of views, making Henry possibly the most famous robin globally.
The friendship helps McElhone stay connected with his family as he shares moments with loved ones around the world.