Actor Kevin Bacon recently took to social media to share his mounting frustration after a box of his vintage clothing, shipped through a major delivery service that he playfully noted “rhymes with BreadX,” was repeatedly rerouted across multiple countries before getting stuck in Ireland.
Bacon, who is currently working on location in Ireland and wanted to pack light, explained that he sent a box of old clothing from upstate New York on September 26 to his temporary filming location. The contents hold deep sentimental value, consisting of items he has owned since the 1990s, including old boots, jeans, hats, and other personal garments.
The Global Odyssey of the Missing Package
According to Bacon’s detailed social media timeline, the package’s international transit took an unexpectedly erratic route across Europe and the Middle East:
- September 26: Shipped from upstate New York.
- September 27-28: Traveled straight to Memphis, then onward to France, arriving in Germany by September 28.
- September 29: Shipped straight to Israel instead of its intended destination, Ireland.
- October 3-6: Traveled back to France on October 3, returned to Israel on October 4, went to Germany on October 5, and was routed back to Israel once more on October 6.
- October 10-11: Made its way to France on October 10, finally arriving in the United Kingdom on October 11.
- October 11 onward: Left the UK for Ireland, where it arrived and sat undelivered for five days.
Current Status and Carrier Response
Bacon expressed significant frustration over being unable to reach customer service by phone to resolve the delivery issue while the box sat idle. Acknowledging that people might suggest simply buying new clothes, he emphasized that he wants his original belongings back, especially as the weather in Ireland continues to grow cold.
Following the public callout, a representative for the shipping company issued an official statement addressing the incident. The company stated:
“We sincerely apologize for this experience. We are in direct contact with Mr. Bacon’s team to deliver the package. This outcome should have happened sooner, and we are reviewing what went wrong to help ensure we deliver the level of service our customers expect and deserve.”
The actor’s viral post also drew humorous reactions from fans and colleagues alike, including a lighthearted comment from fellow actor Justin Long, who joked, “You should’ve just had them sent to Israel. You’d be in full 90’s grunge glory by now.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What was inside Kevin Bacon’s missing package?
Bacon stated that the package contained old clothing he has owned since the 1990s, including boots, jeans, hats, and other sentimental garments he wanted for his work trip.
Where was the package originally supposed to go?
The box was shipped from upstate New York directly to Bacon’s temporary filming location in Ireland.
What unusual countries did the package visit?
Before finally landing in Ireland, the parcel traveled through Memphis, France, Germany, and made multiple stops in Israel.
How did the shipping company respond to the incident?
Following Bacon’s social media video, the carrier issued a formal apology, stated they were in direct contact with his team to complete the delivery, and launched an internal review.
Why didn’t Kevin Bacon just buy new clothes?
The actor noted that while buying new clothes was an option, he specifically wanted his own vintage items back because of their sentimental value and history dating back to the 1990s.
