Al Pacino and his beloved Shrek phone case have once again captured the public’s attention. A recent clip from BBC News on October 15 brought the iconic actor back into the limelight, where he shared the heartwarming story behind his quirky phone accessory.
During his interview with BBC correspondent Colin Paterson, the 84-year-old Pacino proudly displayed his Shrek phone cover, which had initially sparked interest back in 2022 when it first went viral. Paterson seemed surprised by the choice of accessory, exclaiming, “Of all the things Al Pacino would have on his phone cover, I was not expecting Shrek. Who would be expecting Shrek?” Pacino chuckled in agreement, revealing the close-up of the cover tangled in his headphone wires.
When questioned about the reason behind his Shrek-themed phone case, Pacino recounted the touching tale that has been circulating in the media. He explained that the unique gift was given to him by his youngest daughter, Olivia, after she borrowed his phone. “When she came back, she had this on it,” Pacino reminisced, pointing to the famous green ogre. “She said, ‘It’s Shrek, Dad!’ I said, ‘Shrek? Wow. Okay, babe, I’ll hold on to it.’”
Fans flooded the comments section of BBC’s Instagram clip, praising Pacino as the “Coolest man on earth” and a devoted father willing to go to great lengths for his children. The sight of the Shrek phone case in a photo with Jason Momoa from two years ago also sparked similar reactions from eagle-eyed fans, who hailed Pacino as a true legend for his unique choice in phone accessories.
Despite the internet frenzy surrounding his Shrek phone case, Pacino admitted that he was oblivious to its contents until social media brought it to his attention. “I didn’t even look at it until social media told me what was on my phone,” he confessed during an appearance on the Today show in June 2022.
In his recent sit-down with BBC, Pacino delved into discussions about his new memoir, “Sonny Boy,” which is now available for eager readers. The title pays homage to the endearing nickname bestowed upon him by his mother, adding a personal touch to the actor’s latest venture into storytelling.
