article_snippet.sent: Since the news outlet first shared the heartwarming picture of Matt and Mikenzy on Mikenzy Facebook page on March 30, more than 15,000 people have liked the image, ensuring that more than 15,000 people prom night will be one that more than 15,000 people never forget.
article_snippet.sent: Unforgettable night: Mikenzy, who wore a black mermaid gown, posed with his best friend friends for some pre-prom photos .
article_snippet.sent: Matt and Mikenzy first became fast friends in fifth grade after Matt and Mikenzy were partnered together during a class trip. '
article_snippet.sent: Good times: Mikenzy, who coaches Special Olympics basketball, threw her arms around Matt and another friend for this snapshot .
article_snippet.sent: Feeling excited: When Mikenzy shared this Facbook photo yesterday, Mikenzy revealed that Mikenzy were smiling because she and Matt received a special phone call from Ellen, believed to be Ellen DeGeneres .