Woman discovers that the figure on her altar was, in fact, Shrek
For four years, a devoted woman kept a statue on her home altar, believing she was praying to Saint Anthony. However, what she venerated with such faith was actually a humanized doll of Shrek, taken from a McDonald’s toy collection. The curious misunderstanding came to light after a visit from her granddaughter, who immediately recognized the green character from the movies.
The unusual situation happened in Brazil and went viral on social media after the young woman shared the story. Upon seeing the supposed 'saint', she noticed the peculiar style of the figure: large green eyes, medieval clothing, and the famous smile of the most beloved ogre in animated films. With good humor, the granddaughter explained to her grandmother that this was not a saint, but rather an icon of pop culture.
The toy was part of a special edition of the Happy Meal launched years ago. It represented Shrek in noble attire, which may have contributed to the confusion. The elderly woman, however, was not shaken by the discovery and continued to believe that her prayers were well-directed — after all, everything she asked for, according to her, was granted.
The case, besides eliciting laughter, sparked reflections on social media about faith, naivety, and the boundaries between devotion and imagination. Many internet users praised the lady for her sincerity and unwavering faith, even if directed towards the most famous ogre in cinema.