It all kicked off with a laugh-out-loud moment on Family Feud Canada. Contestant Sarah Thompson found herself in a sudden death round, where the first to buzz in with the correct answer would snag $10,000 for their family. She was quick on the buzzer, but made a mix-up that was both funny and somewhat relatable: she confused Popeyes Chicken with the cartoon character Popeye. An honest mistake that could happen to anyone!
Host Gerry Dee set the stage for the sudden death round with a simple directive: “There’s just one question, and one answer. Whoever gets it right wins $10,000.” The question was direct: “Name Popeye’s favorite food.” Sarah, with enthusiasm, buzzed in and shouted, “Chicken!!” while doing a little happy dance. It was a classic game show moment.
The most cringeworthy part came when Sarah turned to her family, expecting cheers, but instead saw them hiding their faces in disbelief. The audience and host struggled to contain their laughter. Meanwhile, her competitor buzzed in with the correct response: “Spinach, Gerry,” clinching the win and the cash prize.
Realizing her blunder, Sarah chuckled and said, “I thought you meant Popeyes Chicken,” showing she could laugh at herself. Although she missed out on the $10,000, her relatable mistake went viral, catching the attention of someone at Popeyes Chicken. They decided to reward Sarah for her enthusiasm with a generous offer.
“Our survey says you got that right,” they tweeted. “DM us to claim your $10,000 worth of Popeyes.” In a delightful twist, she received the equivalent of the prize in free chicken instead of cash—definitely a win in her book, especially over spinach.
Sarah has maintained her good humor throughout the ordeal. She even shared an old video of herself dancing with fried chicken, showcasing her long-standing love for the dish. It seems that this was always meant to be. For more on similar topics, check out this article from our other blog post.
In summary, Sarah Thompson’s viral Family Feud moment turned an embarrassing slip-up into a delightful opportunity, showcasing how laughter can lead to unexpected rewards.