Philly Christmas Film Fest: Booed Santa Claus Speaks Out

Remembering one of the most infamous holidays in Philly history.

Eh, you know what? If news breaks today, we’ll cover it. But it’s Christmas Eve. We’re working, but we’re not working working, if you catch our drift. So rather than pump you full of information about Philadelphia-area headlines, whatsay we just have fun? Great idea!

Thus: The Philly Christmas Film Fest. First up, via Curbed, a short film about the time Santa got booed in Philly:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AWvza6en5Rg

“Frank Olivo became a Philadelphia legend when he played Santa Claus at an Eagles game in 1968. As he walked across the field, the fans pelted him with snowballs.”

Merry Christmas!