Founder of Duck Duck Jeep Movement, Allison Parliament, Has Reportedly Died
The woman primarily responsible for starting the trend of getting all those rubber ducks on the dashes of Jeeps, and spreading joy around the world, has reportedly died.
Allison Parliament, who founded the “Duck Duck Jeep” movement, died on June 22, 2024, according to several group posts, and the official Duck Duck Jeep page. The cause of her death has not been officially reported.
Her simple yet powerful initiative brought joy, kindness, and a sense of camaraderie to Jeep enthusiasts around the globe.
Parliament’s journey began in 2020 during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. While traveling from Alabama to visit her cousin in Ontario, Canada she encountered a hostile individual at a rest stop who verbally and physically assaulted her, assuming she was an American spreading the virus. Shaken by the incident, Parliament found solace in a bag of rubber ducks she purchased at a general store, initially intending to hide them around the house to make her friend laugh.
On a whim, she decided to leave a duck on a Jeep she admired in a parking lot, writing “Nice Jeep” on it with a permanent marker. The Jeep’s owner noticed her gesture and encouraged her to share the idea on social media. Parliament posted about it using the hashtag #DuckDuckJeep, and within hours, the movement had gained thousands of followers.
The Duck Duck Jeep movement quickly evolved into a global phenomenon, with Jeep owners leaving rubber ducks and notes of appreciation on each other’s vehicles. The act of “ducking” became a symbol of kindness and connection within the Jeep community, transcending borders and bringing people together.
Parliament’s organization, “Official Ducking Jeep Est2000,” gained exclusive recognition from Jeep and amassed a substantial following on social media. She attended numerous events throughout the year, spreading the ducking movement and interacting with supporters. The rules of ducking were simple: if you see a Jeep you like, leave a duck in a prominent place to spread joy and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
The impact of Duck Duck Jeep extended beyond the Jeep community, as Parliament believed that everyone could benefit from acts of kindness. She emphasized the importance of understanding and empathy, stating, “We don’t know what each other is dealing with in each other’s lives. We could walk a mile in someone else’s shoes and never understand. So, kindness goes a long way, no matter what you’re going through.”
Parliament’s legacy continues to inspire Jeep owners worldwide, with the Duck Duck Jeep movement thriving in countries such as Kosovo, Greece, Egypt, and Australia. Her passion for fostering a safe and inclusive community remains at the heart of the movement, as she once said, “We wanted to make a difference.”
Allison Parliament’s story is a testament to the power of a single act of kindness and its ability to transform lives and communities. Through the Duck Duck Jeep movement, she created a lasting legacy that will continue to bring smiles, forge connections, and spread positivity among Jeep enthusiasts for generations to come.
Rest easy, Allison.
