Elleda Wilson: Consumption

Elleda Wilson, The Daily Astorian, Ore.
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Jul. 14—"Hey friends and fans, Cameron Consumption McKirdy, the cuddly professional eater guy from Seaside, here. I've escaped New York City, where I competed in a chugging contest during the 2022 Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Championship ...

"On July 4, in Coney Island I went up against YouTube legend Badlands Chugs (Eric Booker) for the chugging title. The first to pound a gallon of lemonade wins.

"I had no chance. My buddy, Badlands, was going for a world record, and he got it, drinking a gallon of pink lemonade in 20 seconds! I watched in astonishment, as the crowd clamored." See it here: bit.ly/ChugginCam

Cam only had three weeks to prepare, so he was at a bit of a disadvantage, but he's undaunted, and ready for more. Locals will recall this is not Cam's first bout with competitive eating and drinking.

"Performing with my spectacular sideshow friends was the opportunity of a lifetime," Cam recalled. "Plus, the 15-time Hot Dog Eating Champ, Joey 'Jaws' Chestnut, kindly signed my sports cards right before he choked out a trespasser on stage. God bless America!"

"Thanks for the support," he added, "and positive comments, everyone."