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Boris Johnson Pecked by Ostrich During Texas Safari, Video Goes Viral

The former UK Prime Minister’s wildlife encounter, captured by his wife, highlights his knack for public mishaps and social media attention.

FILE - Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson, delivers a speech at a Conservative Party campaign event at the National Army Museum in London., Tuesday, July 2, 2024. (AP Photo/Thomas Krych,File)
The Honorable Boris Johnson, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, speaks onstage at the Fortune Global Forum on November 11, 2024 in New York City. 
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Overview

  • Boris Johnson was bitten by an ostrich during a family safari trip in Texas, as shown in a video posted by his wife, Carrie Johnson, on Instagram.
  • The video, widely shared online, shows Johnson’s startled reaction as the bird pecks his hand through the car window, prompting him to exclaim profanities.
  • The Johnson family was visiting a wildlife park, with other social media posts confirming their presence in Texas, including a stop at Dinosaur Valley State Park.
  • The incident adds to Johnson’s history of public blunders, with commentators noting its alignment with his often comical public persona.
  • The viral moment underscores how personal events can quickly become public spectacles in the digital age, drawing both amusement and commentary from global audiences.