California man dances at his 97th birthday before celebration takes unexpected turn
Michelle Rivera
Michelle Rivera
Reporter · Cleveland, OH
Michelle, an Ohio State University graduate, has spent over six years focusing on community issues in Cleveland, including social justice and local initiatives. She has previously written for NPR's local affiliates, where she honed her storytelling skills to highlight diverse community voices.
More from Michelle →Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 3:15 PM · 1 min read
A 97-year-old California man spent his birthday doing what he apparently loved: celebrating with friends. Vito, whose last name has not been publicly reported, danced to the Bee Gees hit “Stayin’ Alive” shortly before dying at his Halloween-themed birthday party, according to Yahoo!