American comedian Rob Delaney announced on Twitter on Thursday evening he was heading to London next week and offered up a hug for anyone who needed one.
I'm coming to London Monday if anyone needs a #hug.
People were pretty keen on the idea.
@robdelaney yes please
@robdelaney We all do!
@robdelaney Please.
Although, it was pointed out Londoners don't really like any form of human contact.
@robdelaney WE DON'T LIKE TO BE TOUCHED
But there was one man who clearly needed to feel Delaney's embrace.
.@robdelaney
And this is what he received in reply. So beautiful.
.@SirPatStew
Sir Patrick Stewart seemed very happy with what he saw.
.@robdelaney just the sight of that chest hair is comforting.
Delaney and Stewart are making a habit of delighting Twitter with their exchanges. In March, Prime Minister David Cameron tried to look like a serious statesman by posting this picture:
I've been speaking to @BarackObama about the situation in Ukraine. We are united in condemnation of Russia's actions.
And was quickly mocked. Delaney came up with this response:
.@David_Cameron @BarackObama Hi guys, I'm on the line now too. Get me up to speed.
But as always, Sir Patrick won the day.
.@robdelaney @David_Cameron @BarackObama I'm now patched in as well. Sorry for the delay.