Skyrim Legend Shirley Curry Announces Retirement from The Elder Scrolls at Age 89
Retirement of Beloved Skyrim Grandma Marks End of an Era in Gaming
The Legacy of Shirley Curry’s The Elder Scrolls Journey
Shirley Curry, affectionately known as “Skyrim Grandma,” has officially announced her retirement from creating The Elder Scrolls content on YouTube. In a heartfelt video titled “My Goodbye to Skyrim,” the beloved gaming icon shared her decision, bringing an end to a decade of captivating The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim videos as she approaches her 90th birthday.
Why Shirley Curry is Stepping Back
At nearly 90 years old, Curry expressed her reasons for stepping away from Skyrim, citing diminished inspiration and enjoyment. “Every time I come up with a new idea for how to play a story in Skyrim, I may make one or two or three with a new character and then I’m bored again. So that’s why I’m going to stop uploading anything to do with Skyrim,” she explained. Shirley also noted her dissatisfaction with the lack of meaningful feedback from her audience.
Curry’s Next Moves and Advice for Fans
While Curry has temporarily retired in the past—only to return, such as with The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered—this decision appears final. In her video, she encouraged fans seeking more Skyrim-related content to download a fan-made mod that allows them to add her as an in-game follower, available on Nexus Mods.
Curry also mentioned her continued efforts on a Bible study YouTube channel, inviting those interested to join her there.
Anticipation for The Elder Scrolls 6
Notably absent from Curry’s announcement was the anticipated release of The Elder Scrolls 6. Bethesda has previously promised to include Curry in the upcoming game, though its release date remains uncertain, even with a teaser trailer launched over seven years ago.
A Message to Long-Time Supporters
In her farewell, Curry expressed gratitude to her long-time fans and invited them to remain in touch through email or physical mail, providing her postal address for correspondence. “I hope my older viewers will stay with me and keep talking with me as you have been,” she concluded warmly.
The departure of Shirley Curry from Skyrim content creation indeed marks the end of an era, but her legacy in the gaming community endures. Fans and followers cherish the memories and the indelible mark she leaves on The Elder Scrolls community.
