Summary
After an impressive run onYouTube, Shirley Curry is retiring from the platform after years of uploading gameplay videos. Nicknamed “SkyrimGrandma” by the internet, Curry made waves onYouTubeas an elderly lover ofThe Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim, but she has now decided to lay down her sword in favor of some well-earned relaxation.
Curry began her YouTube career back in 2011, quickly catching the attention of other gamers. Thanks to her love ofThe Elder Scrollsseries, Curry was beloved by many of the franchise’s fans.Bethesda once even sent Curry flowersas a gesture of appreciation while she was recovering from a stroke. Over the years, she has been a beloved fixture in the gaming community, but all good things must unfortunately come to an end.
Despite her love forSkyrim, Curry announced onher YouTube channelthat she is stepping away from her role as theSkyrimGrandma, citing boredom and exhaustion as the reasons for her decision. The pressure to consistently upload has started to take its toll, leading Curry to make the difficult decision to retire. “It seems like I spend most of my time sitting in here at this computer,” she said. After Curry’s impressive YouTube milestones,like receiving a Gold Play Button, her retirement truly marks the end of an era.
Skyrim Grandma Announces Retirement
It seems like I spend most of my time sitting in here at this computer.
It is sad to seeSkyrimGrandma go, but the frustration and pressure to make videos consistently is an understandable reason to step away. As Curry continueswaiting forThe Elder Scrolls6, she will now have plenty of time to enjoy her other hobbies. Curry has come a long way in her gaming ventures since 2011 and is now aiming to put her interests and personal life first. There is no telling when audiences will seeSkyrimGrandma again, but many will undoubtably miss her uploads.
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