What was meant to be a magical night for 11-year-old Jessica Robinson turned into a nightmare when a bully tore apart her £450 blue prom dress, leaving her in floods of tears.
But the resilient Blackpool community came together to ensure Jessica got the Cinderella moment she deserved, showing overwhelming support and sending a clear message against bullying.
A Night Ruined by Bullying
Jessica returned home from her school prom devastated after a classmate repeatedly stamped on her dress while others filmed and laughed.
The emotional impact was so severe that she shut herself in her room and refused to attend school for the last two days of term.
According to her mother, Micha Robinson, Jessica had been facing bullying at school for the past three years.
Despite teachers’ attempts to repair the damaged dress, Jessica remained inconsolable, highlighting the lasting effects of years of mistreatment.
A Community Steps Up
Determined to lift her spirits, the local community organized a second prom for Jessica.
Over a hundred leather-clad bikers gathered outside her home, creating a dramatic and supportive escort as she was driven in a sky-blue TVR to the town centre venue, Notorious, where Libbie Cannon had prepared a special party.
The bikers’ engines roared through the streets, turning Jessica’s return to a moment of triumph rather than despair.
Messages of Support and Solidarity
Geoff, a leader from Setantii MCC, told the Mail, “We just want to send a very loud and clear message to the bullies.
Jessica and her family have our full support, and we will be keeping an eye on this situation.”
At the “Ballgowns & Bravery” event, Jessica was the guest of honour, surrounded by friends and family.
Her father, Nico Robinson, described the emotional toll: “Jessica was inconsolable and spent a couple of days in her bedroom.
Her mum was really upset too. The prom night incident was the final straw after years of bullying at school.”
Looking Ahead with Hope
The family plans to start Jessica at a new school in September, hoping for a fresh chapter in her life.
Nico praised the outpouring of support from the local community, including Notorious bar owner Libbie Cannon and the bikers who came together to make the day special.
“We need a zero-tolerance attitude to bullying across society, not just in the playground,” he said.
A Celebration Filled with Joy
Local parents came out to cheer Jessica as she left her home in her prom dress, demonstrating the solidarity of the Blackpool community.
Libbie Cannon called the night “incredible,” praising the overwhelming sense of kindness and support.
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who came to stand with Jessica,” she said, emphasizing the collective stand against bullying.
Moving Forward
Jessica has since been receiving counselling to cope with the trauma, and the incident has been reported to local police.
The Blackpool community’s response has shown that even in the face of cruelty, support, solidarity, and compassion can transform heartbreak into a moment of joy and empowerment.
