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A man dressed as a gimp is wandering around Essex, taking selfies with locals
USUALLY A MAN dressed as a gimp would be cause for concern.
Not so with The Gimp Man of Essex.
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What’s his deal?
The enigmatic figure is wandering around Essex, taking photos with locals and raising money for a mental health charity. He outlines his mission as thus:
In an interview with the BBC, the man said he wanted to “start a debate” and challenge stereotypes. Gimp stereotypes, that is.
Look at him go.
The Gimp Man of Essex / Facebook The Gimp Man of Essex / Facebook / Facebook
The Gimp Man of Essex / Facebook The Gimp Man of Essex / Facebook / Facebook
So far, he has raised £711 through his JustGiving fundraising page.
The comments are resoundingly positive, too.
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Especially this one.
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Right then.
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