Sullivan
Sullivan is a remarkable individual who has survived being struck by lightning seven times throughout his life, a record that highlights both his resilience and the extraordinary nature of his experiences. His encounters with lightning began in July 1970, when he was first injured in his own yard, and continued over the years, including incidents while working at Shenandoah National Park. Despite the terrifying experiences, including hair catching fire and severe injuries, Sullivan has managed to evade fatal consequences, leading him to develop a cautious approach to storms, often seeking shelter when thunderclouds approach.
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Recent news mentions
The Sullivan family set a new world record for the largest gathering of people with the same surname in one place.
2000 شخص من عائلة «ساليفان» يحطِّمون رقماً قياسياً في إيرلندا
United Arab Emirates· 2026-05-31
Sullivan confirmed the biggest rat measured nearly 43cm – a vivid reminder of the pests communities face.
Kiwi Coast reports million-pest milestone as native species return
New Zealand· 2026-05-30
Sullivan believed investors would be saddened to see margin pressure at Ebos at 4.4%, down 50 basis points.
Meridian and Ebos results leave NZ sharemarket flat - Market closeNew Zealand· 2026-02-25
Sullivan said the latest leg down in technology stocks looked like a mix of earnings and forward-guidance disappointment.
Tech stock plunge: Worried about your KiwiSaver going down? Here’s what you shouldn’t doNew Zealand· 2026-02-05
Sullivan scored the winning goal for the United States from a penalty.
Mondiale U17, il Tagikistan di Marco Ragini cede 2-1 agli Stati Uniti
San Marino· 2025-11-09
Sullivan said that outside of California and AI-related industries, the US economy is 'pretty weak'.
NZ sharemarket closes flat as investors await US Federal Reserve rate decision – Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-09-17
Sullivan said it was a company that was 'truly in need of some capital'.
NZX lifts 0.2% as markets wait for Fed decision - Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-09-16
Sullivan commented on the earnings season and market volumes.
NZX steady as Eroad rallies on road user charge changes – Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-08-07
Sullivan commented on the New Zealand export data and its implications for the economy.
NZ sharemarket falls on weak export data, S&P/NZX 50 down 0.99% – Market closeNew Zealand· 2025-07-22
Sullivan reasoned that raising tariffs might lead to lower prices in the future.
Trump’s tariffs plan gets mixed reaction in New York: ‘I believe we were lied to’ | Trump tariffs
United Kingdom· 2025-04-02
Sullivan, who owns Roxof and Paddy’s in Napier, says between 1.30 and 2pm was one of Roxof’s busiest times.
Hawke’s Bay bar owner says council plans for earlier closing times are ‘crazy’New Zealand· 2025-03-18
Sullivan survived being struck by lightning multiple times throughout his life.
৭ বার বজ্রাহত হয়েও বেঁচে গেছেন তিনি!
Bangladesh· 2025-03-01