Kevin Ford, a Burger King employee who went viral for his perfect attendance record over 27 years, has used donations from generous supporters to buy a new home in Western Nevada. Ford shared this joyful update on December 29th through TikTok and Instagram, expressing heartfelt gratitude to those who made his dream of homeownership a reality.
In his video, Ford showcased his new house in Pahrump, Nevada. “I’m trying to get through without crying but I wanted to show you something, something you made possible,” he said. “I know it’s not a mansion, but it’s mine.”
Ford’s journey to fame began in June 2022 when a video of him receiving a modest gift from his management for his unbroken service went viral. The outpouring of support that followed led his daughter, Seryna, to start a GoFundMe campaign, which has since raised nearly $450,000.
With these funds, Ford purchased his new home and expressed deep appreciation in his video. “I want to thank everyone all around the world for what you’ve done for me, something I have never thought would be possible for me: homeownership,” he said. “Now my kids and my grandkids have someplace to come visit me.”
Ford also used part of the donations to buy his dream car and support his family, including helping his daughter purchase a house. He continues to work at Burger King and enjoys the peaceful drive from his new home. Looking ahead, Ford hopes to save enough to open his own small restaurant one day.
Reflecting on his journey, Ford shared a message of hope: “If you have lost faith in your God, your beliefs or just life, you can hold me up as an example. Just look at what the world has done for a perfect stranger.”