Tennessee Doctor in Joker Makeup Rushed From Halloween Party to Deliver a Baby
PARIS, TENNESSEE — A Tennessee doctor is earning praise — and plenty of laughs — after delivering a baby while fully dressed as The Joker from The Dark Knight.
Dr. Paul Locus, an obstetrician at Henry County Medical Center, was attending a Halloween party when he received an urgent call that one of his patients had gone into labor earlier than expected. Instead of taking time to remove his elaborate Heath Ledger–inspired costume, the family insisted that he stay in character for the delivery.
So, with green hair, smudged makeup, and purple gloves, Dr. Locus safely delivered Brittany Selph’s baby girl, Oaklyn, in a moment that the family — and hospital staff — will never forget.
‘It Took Away the Pain’ — Mother Shares Her Reaction
New mom Brittany Selph said she couldn’t believe it when her doctor walked in dressed as Gotham’s most infamous villain. “It kind of took away from everything I was doing and the pain,” she said with a laugh. “It was a good laugh — it made me feel calm.”
Dr. Locus, or as the family affectionately calls him, “Dr. Joker,” carried out the delivery flawlessly while keeping his sense of humor intact. After the successful birth, he even handed the family a signed card — from “Dr. Joker.”
A Halloween Birth to Remember
Hospital staff and social media users quickly shared photos of the unusual delivery, showing the doctor in full makeup while cradling the newborn. The lighthearted moment has since gone viral, with many online users calling Dr. Locus a “real-life hero with a sense of humor.”
“What a story to tell your daughter one day,” one commenter wrote. “Born into the world by The Joker — and in safe hands, too.”
Doctor Balances Humor and Professionalism
Despite the costume, Dr. Locus remained completely professional throughout the procedure, ensuring the safety of both mother and baby. Henry County Medical Center staff confirmed that the delivery went smoothly and that both Brittany and Oaklyn are healthy and recovering well.
Colleagues praised the doctor’s quick response and lighthearted spirit, noting that his commitment to his patients never wavered — even in full Halloween makeup.
A Viral Feel-Good Story Amid the Spooky Season
The story has since spread far beyond Tennessee, with media outlets and fans online celebrating the doctor’s good-natured humor and dedication. Many have said it’s the perfect example of Halloween fun blending with real-life compassion.
As one hospital worker joked, “Who says The Joker can’t bring a little life into the world?”
Dr. Locus has yet to comment publicly, but his spontaneous act of dedication — and the viral photos that followed — have cemented his reputation as one of Tennessee’s most memorable doctors.
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