Ex-rugby star Gareth Thomas helps homeless man and sends beautiful message

Thursday, 20 December 2018 at 13:26

bySteven Smith

Rugby legend Gareth Thomas has talked about the beautiful friendship he has with a homeless man.

He tweeted: "Everyday I pass this man, I buy him coffee , I talk to him, I give him some money.With the money, he has saved it and bought waterproof clothes and boots. Oh and he’s homeless, but the relevance is, HES MY FRIEND."

Gareth Thomas

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Everyday I pass this man, I buy him coffee , I talk to him, I give him some money.With the money, he has saved it and bought waterproof clothes and boots. Oh and he’s homeless, but the relevance is, HES MY FRIEND.❤️

12:02 PM · Dec 20, 2018

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And social media has exploded since the post. Here are some of the best reactions:

Gareth Wyn Jones

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Replying to @gareththomas14

Your a STAR 🌟 #NadoligLlawen

12:17 PM · Dec 20, 2018

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Dave Eustace

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Replying to @gareththomas14

Jaysus Gareth, what a person you are, if half of us took the time to open our eyes, the world would be a better place, hope the injuries are healing, merry Xmas!

12:18 PM · Dec 20, 2018

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