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90-Year-Old Patriots Fan Ends 60-Year Super Bowl Streak
Don Crisman has attended every Super Bowl since the first one in 1967.
Feb. 5, 2026 at 6:31am
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Don Crisman, a 90-year-old New England Patriots fan from Kennebunk, Maine, is attending his 60th and final Super Bowl this year. Crisman has been to every Super Bowl since the first one in 1967, when the Green Bay Packers beat the Kansas City Chiefs. He initially thought he would end his streak after Super Bowl XXX, but kept going as the Patriots continued to make the big game. Now, after health issues and the rising costs, Crisman says this Super Bowl LX will be his last.
Why it matters
Crisman's 60-year streak of attending every Super Bowl is an incredible feat of dedication and passion for the game. As one of the few remaining fans who have been to all 60 Super Bowls, his story highlights the enduring appeal of the NFL's championship game and the lifelong commitment of some of its most devoted followers.
The details
Crisman, who will turn 90 in May, is part of a small group of football fans who have been to every Super Bowl since the first one in 1967. He initially thought he would end his streak after Super Bowl XXX, but kept going as the Patriots continued to make the big game. Now, after health issues and the rising costs, Crisman says this Super Bowl LX will be his last.
- Crisman has attended every Super Bowl since the first one in 1967.
- Crisman initially thought he would end his streak after Super Bowl XXX.
- Crisman kept going as the Patriots continued to make the Super Bowl.
- Crisman will turn 90 in May 2026.
The players
Don Crisman
A 90-year-old New England Patriots fan from Kennebunk, Maine who has attended every Super Bowl since the first one in 1967.
New England Patriots
The NFL team that Crisman has been a lifelong fan of and has followed to the Super Bowl for the past 60 years.
What they’re saying
“I didn't think I'd live this long. I had no idea I would get to this level. It just kept growing. A couple of times I said I'm going to quit.”
— Don Crisman (WBZ-TV)
“This is it. I've had some health issues. I think it's time to let somebody younger have the seat.”
— Don Crisman (WBZ-TV)
What’s next
Crisman will attend Super Bowl LX on February 9, 2026, which he has said will be his final Super Bowl.
The takeaway
Don Crisman's 60-year streak of attending every Super Bowl is a remarkable testament to his lifelong passion for the game and the Patriots. As one of the few remaining fans with this unique distinction, his story highlights the enduring appeal of the Super Bowl and the dedication of the NFL's most devoted followers.
