Brooklyn bar owner Debbie Shields becomes viral sensation on Subway Takes

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Brooklyn bar owner Debbie Shields became an internet sensation after a quick-witted exchange with Conan O'Brien on Subway Takes.

Debbie Shields, a 68-year-old Brooklyn bar owner, became an internet sensation after appearing in a viral video on SubwayTakes, an internet series. The video featured a quick-witted exchange with Conan O'Brien lasting around 90 seconds. Shields says the experience has 'changed my life'.

In interviews with CBS News, Shields reflected on her unexpected fame and the joy she gets from making people laugh. According to CBS, she said she 'never thought about' comedy before the improv exchange with O'Brien. The viral moment has led to questions about next steps for Shields, though the outlets do not specify what those might be.

Brooklyn bar owner Debbie Shields becomes viral sensation on Subway Takes — Image: Daily Mail

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A New York bar owner riffed with Conan O'Brien in 90 seconds of viral video she says 'changed my life'Debbie Shields, 68, of Brooklyn, had her life change overnight after she appeared in 1.5 minutes of a viral Subway Takes video.Daily Mail · 24 Oct, 16:55
"Subway Takes" star Debbie Shields "never thought about" comedy before improv riff with ConanBrooklyn bar owner Debbie Shields won the love of the internet after a quick-witted exchange with Conan O'Brien on "Subway Takes." Shields shares her thoughts on next steps.CBS News · 23 Oct, 16:43
Viral SubwayTakes star Debbie Shields turns quick wit into big laughsDebbie Shields became a viral sensation on SubwayTakes with her quick wit and humor, even catching the attention of Conan O'Brien. In an interview with CBS News, she reflects on her unexpected fame and the joy she gets from making people laugh.CBS News · 23 Oct, 16:22

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