'You Were My Guardian Angel': Man’s Silent Act Comforts Crying Woman On Train

May 12, 2025

While riding the London Underground, Feyishayo Bakare noticed a young woman visibly upset on the same Victoria Line train. As a tall man, he was aware his presence could feel intimidating, but he still felt compelled to offer support.

Without saying a word, he found a gentle, noninvasive way to show compassion. Bakare later shared the moment in a heartfelt TikTok video, which quickly resonated with viewers around the world.

man shows kindness to woman crying on train
@feybakare1 on TikTok

man shows kindness to woman crying on train
@feybakare1 on TikTok

man shows kindness to woman crying on train
@feybakare1 on TikTok

man shows kindness to woman crying on train
@feybakare1 on TikTok

man shows kindness to woman crying on train
@feybakare1 on TikTok

man shows kindness to woman crying on train
@feybakare1 on TikTok


@feybakare1 on TikTok

The power of silent support struck a chord—and then, something even more incredible happened. The woman he comforted came forward in the comments.

“I think it was me… Victoria line? You were my guardian angel that day!!!” wrote Alessia, a 20-year-old student.

"YES YES YES IT WAS YOU! Wow I hope youre good!!!" Bakare responded.

The interaction confirmed what so many felt watching the video: a small, wordless act of human connection can leave a deep and lasting impact.