By: Patrick Connolly
In January, the previously anonymous content creator shared a clip revealing his true identity: Blair Carlyle, a 30-year-old native Floridian, born in Leesburg, who created the character of Uncle Pappy using a Snapchat filter.


Patrick Connolly is a multimedia journalist at the Orlando Sentinel, where he focuses on travel and tourism, exploring the vibrant landscapes and events of Central Florida. With a background that includes previous roles at the Las Vegas Review-Journal and TribLIVE, he covers a range of topics including adventure travel, family travel, and the cruise industry. Patrick's work has been featured in prominent outlets such as Yahoo News, the Philadelphia Inquirer, and the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
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Patrick's coverage is strongly focused on local events and entertainment in Orlando, Florida. He covers a wide range of topics including LGBTQ+ issues, music, travel destinations in Florida, and seasonal events. If you have information about upcoming local events or cultural phenomena in the Orlando area that would be of interest to residents or visitors, these could be great angles for pitching to Patrick.
Additionally, if you have insights into local cultural trends or community initiatives related to family activities and relationships, such as Father’s Day celebrations or unique attractions like the Fairy Doors at Leu Gardens, this may align well with his coverage interests.
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