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Lacinda Thackeray
Coverage of Lacinda Thackeray in the Nexus archive.
- Military veteran’s painful walk across airport tarmac sparks strangers to raise over $135K
A U.S. Navy veteran struggling to walk due to chronic knee pain sparked a viral video at John Wayne Airport, leading to over $135,000 in donations for his medical expenses and care for his 90-year-old mother. The fundraiser, initiated after passenger Lacinda Thackeray shared the footage, highlights public support for the veteran's financial and health challenges.
- Traveler raises $100K for airport refueler saving money for surgery, mother's care
A traveler raised over $100,000 for James Blair, an aircraft refueler at John Wayne Airport, to support his 90-year-old mother's care and save for knee surgery. Blair's co-worker connected him with LaCinda Thackeray, who started the fundraiser after noticing his struggle at work.