76-Year-Old Fortnite Streamer Cath Bowie Partners with Ikea

Cath Bowie, known as GrumpyGran1948, shares her journey from gaming enthusiast to Twitch sensation, overcoming online toxicity.

Cath Bowie, a 76-year-old grandmother from Scotland, has gained nearly 20,000 followers on Twitch by streaming Fortnite under the gamertag GrumpyGran1948.
Initially introduced to Fortnite by her grandson, Bowie quickly became captivated by the game, leading her to set up her own Twitch account.
Despite encountering initial toxicity on the platform, Bowie has built a supportive community with the help of moderators who manage her chat.
Bowie's success has led to a partnership with Ikea, where she represents their Brannboll collection, a line of gaming room furniture.
She encourages older gamers to embrace their passion for gaming, emphasizing that age should not be a barrier to enjoying video games and streaming.