Celebrity Shocks NYC Waiter with $2020 Tip in 'Tip Challenge'

A New York waiter was amazed this week when celebrity Tom Selleck left a massive $2020 tip simply because he "loved the meal."

It all began with the "Tip Challenge," which is currently trending on social media in New York. The challenge encourages diners who enjoy their dining experiences to leave generous tips for their servers.

The tip and note left by the celebrity

The challenge, known as Tip Challenge, has already inspired many to join the cause. "I didn’t start it, but I’m proud to be a part of it," said Selleck after the story went viral. "The person who told me about the Tip Challenge is actually a friend of mine, actor Donnie Wahlberg, who really got me excited about it."

“I don’t know about you, but I think this is the kind of news I wanted to see in 2020," wrote one online commenter in response to the challenge. "The world has turned bizarre this year because of the pandemic, but we shouldn’t give up hope. As long as we maintain our morals and remember to do good deeds, I’m confident we’ll come out stronger. Generosity should be our guiding light, and I hope we never lose it."