And we Thank You Mr. Costner. You were raised right. You are such a wonderful man, a real man. Your family values are so evident. I love all your movies, but your westerns are truly the best! And I love to hear and watch you sing with Modern West, beautiful voice! ♥️
What an absolutely heartwarming speech. His life resembles so close to my own families. The way he tells his story so genuinely humble and easy to feel like you've known him your whole life. I've truly loved his movies and admire him even more now after hearing the background of his family . He's an American icon.
Он такой естественный и органичный в своих фильмах,что чувствуешь к нему какую-то родственность,как-будто он близкий человек,уникальный актер и человек!!!
I wrote a letter to Mr. Costner after seeing Dances With Wolves. About 3 months later an 8x10 envelope arrived with a signed black and white photo of him from the movie. That day I became a forever fan of this gentleman, this artist, this cowboy, this American, this friend of Whitney Houston, this deep deep lover of westerns. Hats off to you, my friend (even though we’ve never met face to face) and Godspeed 🙏🏽🌟🙏🏽
@@kevincostner854 a true true gentleman the best speech I have ever heard in my life an amazing true speech from the heart you are a one of a kind man I have always been a fan and have always thought you were a great family man a one of a kind actor and producer and a true honest,humble amazing man I congratulations Mr. Costner and I look forward to getting to watch many many more western movies make
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I've always admired you, Keven Costner...I saw Dancing w/ Wolves...& Loved it. I'm a lady who is 98 yrs old...l had 2 wonderful husbands..both passed away. I' m now living in a retirement home... ( It's wonderful).here in the Great state of Texas!! I'm a lover of the West! Always have been...always will.My grandparents were "Homesteaders"..in Montana!!. I'm also a lover of our West!!. I'm a horse lover...rode quite a bit when I was "much" younger!! You are one great story teller! I'm SO happy I found this on my pH..this morning! Have a blessed life!! Your a great guy!
Kevin has compassion He has a kind heart. I know because when nobody would help because with my luggage, I heard a voice saying I’m going to help her. As he was placing my luggage up in the cabinet, I asked what his name was. He said Kevin. And I said Kevin Costner. I recognized his voice. He is handsome and kind. I’ll never forget him ❤
Hello dear how are you doing today, I hope I find you feeling healthy today, thanks for your support and for being one of my beautiful fans, all I need you to know is that I love you all
Hello dear how are you doing today, I hope I find you feeling healthy today, thanks for your support and for being one of my beautiful fans, all I need you to know is that I love you all
We love you kevin You're a brilliant actor loved you forever and you're a beautiful human, very gracious. Loving kind, humble man. Your And icon God bless you and your family. Thank you so much for all you do. Dancing with wolves was one of my mother's favorite movies I watched it with her❤ You brought the bodyguard to life and no one wanted to do that script. They turned it down many times it became movie of the year. Because of you and Whitney's presence we love u and honor u sir ❤️
Beautiful Kevin, thank you, here in Montana, we share your dreams. Hopefully those from out of state moving in will respect the lifestyle we live, as you do. God bless. ❤
I am Thai but love Western movies since I was young till now. He is the best among the best..smart..good behave..succeed..good to see his way of life..😊😊😊
He is such a great story teller, and makes it enjoyable, funny, and entertaining. Kevin Costner is absolutely one of the best actors and one of my favorites!!
Kevin Costner as a man is who I’d like my son to grow up to be. Humility, loyal and class personified. And from Dances with Wolves to Open Range to Yellowstone a wonderfully talented actor. He sits comfortably alongside my idols; John Wayne and Clint Eastwood in representing the Western movie genre. Bravo from Australia Mr Costner, Bravo.
Yeah tell your son to marry a gold digger and be cheated on by that gold digger and have that gold digger squeezing his money, have that gold digger a cheater whore banging one of his friends and a a tenant guy of your son, fine go ahead your son will be a miserable cuckold
My father was born in 1919 and came to California during the dust bowl. What a man. He worked as a ranch hand at several ranches from Kerman,Ca to Marysville, Ca. A gentle man who never complained about the terrible circumstances he was dealt. I'm proud to be the son of a dust bowl okie. He was the best father a child could ever ask for. I'm 60 and he has been gone for 33 years but I remember him like he just left. Miss you Pa.
Very nice Tommy.I can 'hear' for your words just how much he means to you still.They certainly don't seem to make em like that much these days.Tough, strong and humble, that's how I found many of the old timers when I was a child.I remember,they were my favorite people to be with.I knew they were tough as hell, but the big attraction to me was just how someone so powerful could be so gentle.Loved em.You know I'm 56 now and I still love n respect the big,bearded,strong but humble men that I'm fortunate enough to run into while living my life. I salute you for taking the time to remind me and I know there are many more men that reminisce about the tough, silent n gentle REAL men that it looks as if we're the last of that breed.A few Lone Wolf men still out there but they are getting fewer and fewer. 😁🖐️🇳🇿
You were and are truly blessed. I had the worst father almost ever and have always dreamed of what it would be like to have had the best. I'm 64 and have suffered a lifetime from a bad father and bad older brother who learned his disgusting behavior from his father.
They don’t make ‘em like that anymore Tommy…my Daddy was cut from that same cloth as your Dad. Mine was the best Dad ever too…invincible..he worked so hard to provide for our family and was very strict. I’m a better person for his strict upbringing and work ethic. I miss him terribly too…
Applaud this true actor, mentor, classy western loving director. When one follows one's passion, there is nothing to regret. He's generation will be able to stand tall for he has done them proud. No trophy measures up to a life lived well.
I've Been Watching Kevin Costner since I First Saw the Movie,( Dances with Wolves ) and I Love Him and Think of You each and Every Day. WE should Get Together Soon Because I Miss You ALL the Time. I'm HOPING TO SEE YOU OFTEN AND CONTINUE OUR RELATIONSHIP IN LOVING TIMES TOGETHER FOREVER ❤️❤️💋❤😊😊
Kevin Costner is not only the best storyteller on earth, and singer on earth, he is the best speaker I have ever heard. It is no secret I am very fond of Mr Costner, but I am an educated person, an Mr Costner is the the best at whatever he decides to do…
I totally love him and enjoy his stories. His story has touched me in a very special way and can feel his love of westerns and the way of life that goes with it. We need to hold onto that legacy.
Kevin has a cowboy soul if anyone has one. Born in this era, but his soul comes from a time long ago. Even his measured words bespeaks of a soul who once had to measure what he felt before he voiced it into the world. Beautiful story of his journey into making Westerns and explains much about his need to make Dances with Wolves and other movies set in a similar period relating to the Great Frontier, fierce independent people who were willing and capable of venturing into the unknown and carving out a life for themselves. Beautiful , heart felt speech. Glade I have a chance to hear it. Thank you.
I lived through the relocation. All our possessions were sold dirt cheap, we were allowed one small suitcase, to be led to barns where we slept. Loaded back on trains we were spread to the windiest, dust blown lands that had constructed barracks with 10 to a room; quit intimidating to a culture that valued its privacy, that cherished its quiet, alone time. So we grew vegetables out of clay and dry dirt, old men made their stash of hidden sake, the woman sowed and sewed till their hands bled all the while opening schools to teach our children English for we we’re American Citizens, not the slant eyed japs we were nicknamed. And yet these worthless men joined the 442, a group of proud American-Japanese soldiers, who to this day hold more medals, people hearts and silver stars in the history of the military. Yet we still face the same hatred, now because we look too similar to the brothers who spread co-vid, yes, the kung flu. Antisemitism has increased worse than Pre-Hitler days. It has spread to gays, trans, cross dressers. Blacks hate Koreans for being sucessfull, Americans hate the Chinese for building more submarines. 6 out of 7 couples can’t get pregnant. Think it’s a message? When we can elect an amoral, narcisstic, psychotic child for President😢 the world is trying to say something. I am against a world hell bent on hate with a President that endorses it. WAKE, WOKE, PRAY
What happened to the US where most people seems to care above all for how pretty or handsome someone looks or how much money he/she has! When I read some of the stuff people write on the social media the image that comes to mind is: Al Pacino representing the Devil in the film The Devil’s Advocate! But in fairness the US like most countries have a bell curve distribution where you find the stupid, the normal and the exceptionally gifted individuals who make possible for a country to reach new highs! So let’s keep our hopes that the US dream is still alive!
The Greatest Generation and our forefathers before them…I don’t believe there will ever be generations like that ever again. We owe them so much. Kevin Costner you are such a great storyteller. What a beautifully plain, spoken from the heart, truly real speech. Thank you for making me remember so many good childhood memories. That includes having a mean Shetland pony that bit as well. We are so fortunate to have the movies and TV series you’ve made, to watch over and over. Thank you for wearing your heart on your sleeve and in doing so telling a greatly personal and beautiful story of your family’s and your early life experiences that have made you who you are today.
I really liked this speech. It painted a clear picture of Mr. Costner’s love for all things Western. I hope he doesn’t leave Yellowstone. His character is the hub of that show, and it fits him like a hand in a glove.
He’s not leaving. He’s just aggravated with the direction of the show. They keep saying 7 seasons but he hasn’t been thrilled with the current storylines. It’s just the same shit every season with no real stakes at hand for the Duttons. He’s obviously not losing the ranch lol. I mean does anyone honestly believe that’ll happen? I don’t
Kevin, has the most influence on others around him. I could listen to him talk about memories, or sing a song or act in a new movie. He's so down to earth, humble and very kind to everyone he meets...I respect and admire him so very much as the man he is today ! I love his stories and hearing of his childhood and growing up..❤❤❤
Amazing speech He did NOT say "uhm" that takes really talent and concentration as a story teller. Mr. Costner is a story teller plain and simple. Loved it!
A speech that resonates with the truth and memories of just how the western lifestyle captures the heart and soul of a person. Thanks for all those fine words and the tribute it pays to all those who till the soil and provide us with the food we eat -
I love kevin Costner! Great man, great actor, great human being. I love his movies! And I could listen to him all day! Congrats! I love westerns too and horses. I've always wanted to try riding one!
I’ve always liked Kevin Costner ❤ He looks exactly as my finnish grandfather who had 11 children , farm with horses, cows, hen… He worked the land and when his home land Finland asked him to fought in two wars , he said ”where ”and ”when ?” Both my grandfathers fought in the wars and both was shot but came home gravely injured but alive. They lived long enough to help their families and farms get up on their feet SISU 🇫🇮 But people do their best everywhere So shoutout to Kevin and Everyone else who had hard lives and fight inner or outer wars❤ ( or make beliefs)
What a beautiful string of words, woven into a story; packed with love, & passion. He is as great an actor, as we saw in, "Dances With Wolves," as he is a story teller. People who can captivate an audience with the choice of their words; controlling the speed & diction as they speak, have been given a gift. The picture, his words painted of himself & his mother, took the listener with him, as he recalled his childhood. The love & fascination he held as a child, for westerns & the life they depicted is reflected in the characters he portrays in his movies. I will never forget the first time I saw, "Dances With Wolves." How his character volunteered to go west. When he was asked why, he replied, "To see it before it's all gone!" That line touched me so deeply. The reverence for nature was not lost on me. I've traveled to places, remote, in the U.P. & the boundaries waters, past International Falls in Wisconsin. Canadian outfitters instructed us in the ways to respect the land & leave no foot print. We traveled in birch bark canoes & followed trails & proteges, left by Indians & French traders & trappers. Our maps where green & blue, with no man made landmarks or street signs! Rarely crossing paths with other humans. Water so clean, you didn't have to boil it, before you drank it. Pictographs on rock walls and no sign of developers ready to snatch up property & build destinations for tourists to flock to. It was wild; it was quiet;, it was beautiful; it was peaceful; & it was untouched. I mourn the loss of trees & green spaces. Thank god that TV westerns & movies touched his soul & fed his imagination. His childhood love for the west, for first nations, for wide open spaces, respect for the land, & respect for the pioneering spirit, brave enough to face the unknown; strong & resilient enough to persevere & crave a life out of nothing, is felt in his acting & films. I'm glad I watched this speech, he delivered; it touched me deeply♡
One of the Best in our times of horrific movies with no bounds and Love This man has been in my heart since Dances with Wolves and then I watched ALL his movies and always will.Bless you Costners.
Kevin Costner, you bring back my own stories through your heartfelt storytelling. Grew up at the same time of you. My father Gerry was a superb story teller like yourself. I remember my mates at school would always say Red, can we come home to your place and meet your Dad, and have some of his homemade ginger beer, and listen to a story. Kevin you are a man of integrity, compassion and a LIVER OF LIFE! to me that is all that is important .. a great speech Sir!
Kevin, You live your life with honour & indegrity. You had me in tears. Born in England & growing up in Canada we are all connected. The challenges in life are different now. But most importantly is staying true to your heart. Love & Blessings xo
That was very emotional, Kevin I'm a 74 year old cowboy who has ridden the couch over many a dusty trail. I would love to have a bit part in one of your westerns even if it was only to get bitten by a Shetland or kicked by a donkey. I grew up in England and my nickname has been cowboy since 11, and I wanted to put my brand on a Filly in school. Love all westerns that are made right especially if they show some truth, you have made some Gems.
I grew up in LA, lived in Washington State for 22 of my adult years and now retired in San Antonio, TX. Ironically, everyone at my church calls me Cowboy Steve. I'll be 71 this year.
What a speech I could see and feel all of his precious memories. I now understand him a little better. From Dances with wolves to yellow stone what a trail of dreams!! You built it and we here we come!! Thank you ❤️🙏🏻
Kevin is heartwarming, a gentleman, a man! Atoryreller that I’m riveted to every word with utmost respect and enjoyment. Yellowstone is an amazing show …I hope he goes on many more seasons …
Kevin Costner's speech reminds me when I was 4 living on an air base in Hawaii. I heard stories of our dad who became a cowboy in Texas between wars. We had a small schooner that we would sail the islands on weekends and holidays. I would pretend I was a cowboy riding my horse (the sail covered boom) as we motored out the channel and into the wide ocean. A few years later, my family acquired a pinto from Jingles the cowboy on the Kit Carson TV series. The three youngest in the family, we would hop on Mr. Lucky bareback with only his halter and a lead rope and gallop through the Mojave Desert. We were fearless and having the time of our lives cause we were cowboys. Kevin Costner reminded me of that time when I was a cowboy.
Love Kevin Costner movies! My grandparents left Tulsa after the depression, but they went to Texas. And considering what California has become, I am grateful for that choice. One set of my grandparents ran a cattle ranch, the other set ran a farm...so I was educated, worked and played in both worlds, so I completely understand his fascination with the frontier, and the west.
Crying from laughter at the amazing story teller . So much emotion in the story . What a fantastic man … he must have been a fun kid to be around . Pure innocence. ❤❤❤ Kevin Costner ❤
So heart warming..u could hear the emotion in his speech. I've loved his movies and own most of them. I had the distinct pleasure of listening to him and his band a couple of years ago. I had just returned from a National Parks Vacation where I had been to Yellowstone though I know they now film in MT. He is such an unique entertainer. He enterlaced the performance with reasons for the songs and his life. It was such a special moment of seeing someone who seems so real. I'm so sorry for the divorce he and his kids are having to endure now.
Great speech. He shares the family history of ranching etc with many other Californians and westerners probably helped with his popularity. Thanks for sharing your background and dreams with us all.
What a speech, kevin. Humble, honest, touching. You've remained that way, it's clear.you've done it tough, you've earned it tough.the stories, so real and believable.you are that same storytelling, today.i love you mate, the genuineness you showed, then, and now.i'd love to hear all your stories, from a wee boy, to now.bless.❤❤lynette Jo, your friend, always.❤
Your mark is indelibly written... You Sir are one of the greats... Dances with Wolves was the first movie I watched that stole my heart... I was infact in labour with my third baby... Lol but refused to leave untill the movie ended... Forever part of my heart...
I am so proud of you! My parents traveled the same road west & I was lucky to have lived on a small ranch near Monterey California. I begged for a horse but did not have one until I was 21. My children had horses in the 60's & they were born to ride. I have outlived them but still have the western collection. If you want to create your own museum & since I am near the end of my trail, let me know. I want my treasures to be loved & appreciated by a great western man.
I love the recognition that Kevin Costner gives to his predecessors. He has a true appreciation for how hard their lives were and brings that to life on the big screen! For that I am thankful. Some of my favorite movies are Dances with Wolves and The Postman.
I also saw How the West Won in the Cinerama Dome as a kid, and it changed my life too. I fell in love with history and mountains and music, and those loves are stronger than ever.
The best story teller! No matter, what story He tells. That’s for all the Kids that don’t read, but they sure listen. Mr.Costner Please keep telling your stories. As We the World Watch and Enjoy! 👏🏼
What. A fabulous speech Kevin I was totally immersed in it. It reminded me of my childhood when I cuddled up with my dad(who sadly I have lost) on a Sunday afternoon to watch a great western. How the west was won was also my favourite from the music down th the beautiful horses and when I watch Yellowstone and dances with wolves I am again with him.I do hope you stay a little longer with Yellowstone but cannot wait to see your new movie HORIZON.I wish you all the very best in the future and send all my love. Julie from the UK 😍🥰😘
A great speech by one of my best actors and human beings. Happy to learn he was originally from Oklahoma. Lived and studied at Oklahoma Univ and it has great hard working original people . Great story shared by a great person like Kevin Costner .
Thank you for your stories, the movies and the beautiful music. You're one of my two favourites, you and Robert Redford, both real cowboys, truly American in your heart and soul.
You have given us western’s like no other. I was blessed to grow up close to 35 head of horses during the summer it was amazing no one around but myself and all those horses and I had the time of my life riding, brushing and feeding these horses for four years. Then it became known I was managing these horses at the ripe age starting at 7. I had ridden most all of them by the time the owner found out he told my folks, he wasn’t sure what to do cause none of these horses were broke to ride and I had rode bare back and with a piece of baling string for reins those horses were my best friends and I believe I was theirs for the years we had together were the best years of my life I was free to travel the prairie without a care in the world. Thank you Mr. Costner for giving me back those tears through your movies and I sure hope you continue to do so many more, bless you sir, rode on cowboy!
I think I love this man! That was absolutely beautiful. I'm glad he's got to make his passion and dream, his life. And he's not a bad oratory story teller either. Excellent, this made my day!!
Beautiful speech narated with so much humour.Humble beginnings.God rewards the humble, you were so determined even from a tender age.Beautiful, forever your fan.❤❤
And we Thank You Mr. Costner. You were raised right. You are such a wonderful man, a real man. Your family values are so evident. I love all your movies, but your westerns are truly the best! And I love to hear and watch you sing with Modern West, beautiful voice! ♥️
By FAR ....One of the FINEST Actors EVER and One of the MOST HUMBLE Ever !!! Way to Go Kevin !!!
My God I can listen to him speak all night, such a great speaker and a handsome man ❤
Omg HOW CAN ONE PERSON BE SO INCREDIBLY HUMBLE …..especially such a rich famous film star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
What an absolutely heartwarming speech. His life resembles so close to my own families. The way he tells his story so genuinely humble and easy to feel like you've known him your whole life. I've truly loved his movies and admire him even more now after hearing the background of his family . He's an American icon.
Thanks❤ much love 💕
Он такой естественный и органичный в своих фильмах,что чувствуешь к нему какую-то родственность,как-будто он близкий человек,уникальный актер и человек!!!
A speech without any notes to rely on. Great speaker and person.
He is a great storyteller and a kind, generous, humble man. Kudos!
I wrote a letter to Mr. Costner after seeing Dances With Wolves. About 3 months later an 8x10 envelope arrived with a signed black and white photo of him from the movie. That day I became a forever fan of this gentleman, this artist, this cowboy, this American, this friend of Whitney Houston, this deep deep lover of westerns. Hats off to you, my friend (even though we’ve never met face to face) and Godspeed 🙏🏽🌟🙏🏽
Thanks... Where are you now?
@@kevincostner854 you are an amazing man and actor.
@@paulatate-martinez4648 thanks. I am grateful 🙏🙏🙏
WOW!!
@@kevincostner854 a true true gentleman the best speech I have ever heard in my life an amazing true speech from the heart you are a one of a kind man I have always been a fan and have always thought you were a great family man a one of a kind actor and producer and a true honest,humble amazing man I congratulations Mr. Costner and I look forward to getting to watch many many more western movies make
Class act and a true western gentleman who was raised with morals. Well deserved! 👏💛🤠💛
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I've always admired you, Keven Costner...I saw Dancing w/ Wolves...& Loved it. I'm a lady who is 98 yrs old...l had 2 wonderful husbands..both passed away. I' m now living in a retirement home... ( It's wonderful).here in the Great state of Texas!! I'm a lover of the West! Always have been...always will.My grandparents were
"Homesteaders"..in Montana!!. I'm also a lover of our West!!. I'm a horse lover...rode quite a bit when I was "much" younger!!
You are one great story teller! I'm SO happy I found this on my pH..this morning!
Have a blessed life!! Your a great guy!
@@PvtKevinCostner-nj7lz What a big load of talents in one nice package!!
He is a wonderful man sticking to his feelings and showing them - very rare nowadays, a good entertainer
Wow Kevin you are outstanding. What a story teller❤❤❤
Kevin has compassion
He has a kind heart. I know because when nobody would help because with my luggage, I heard a voice saying I’m going to help her. As he was
placing my luggage up in the cabinet, I asked what his name was. He said Kevin. And I said Kevin Costner. I recognized his voice. He is handsome and kind. I’ll never forget him
❤
He really has a beautiful soul
Kiveton should be presentment of u.s.a. doesn't need to read from paper because he speaks from his heart .love him.
I could listen to Kevin Costner tell stories all day. He has such a amusing sense of humor and a wonderful attitude about life!
Oh sorry for the late reply on your comment,.. thanks for your support all this year's my regards to your family... How are you ?
He is brilliant
Very much like my uncles on my mom & dad's side They could tell stories, and jokes with such enthusiasm. We were very fortunate to have.
Me too
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JUST LOVE THIS GUY……HIS WORDS, HIS ACTING, HIS PROJECTS….HE IS SO SPECIAL
I love this man !! He’s one of my favorite actors
Thanks Jane
Oh sorry for the late reply on your comment,.. thanks for your support all this year's my regards to your family... How are you ?
I love him to, you can feel that he is sincere, very great actor to, I always watch and listen to his speeches with admire, God bless him.
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Gracias
We love you kevin You're a brilliant actor loved you forever and you're a beautiful human, very gracious. Loving kind, humble man. Your And icon God bless you and your family. Thank you so much for all you do.
Dancing with wolves was one of my mother's favorite movies I watched it with her❤ You brought the bodyguard to life and no one wanted to do that script. They turned it down many times it became movie of the year.
Because of you and Whitney's presence we love u and honor u sir ❤️
Beautiful Kevin, thank you, here in Montana, we share your dreams. Hopefully those from out of state moving in will respect the lifestyle we live, as you do. God bless. ❤
Thank you i really appreciate the love and support I get from you all my lovely fans
It's so heartwarming to know there is a Kevin Costner in the world.
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This is the best speech you bring so much joy and laughter just being real and you thank you need more humans that are real
I am Thai but love Western movies since I was young till now.
He is the best among the best..smart..good behave..succeed..good to see his way of life..😊😊😊
Kevin Costner you are the greatest ever! Before I leave this world , I would love to meet you! I’m an 88 year old great grandma ❤️
Thanks❤ much love
You are precious man
A role model for our boys. A true gentleman and class act.
He is such a great story teller, and makes it enjoyable, funny, and entertaining. Kevin Costner is absolutely one of the best actors and one of my favorites!!
WHAT A WONDERFUL SPEECH. THANK YOU
Well that was a privilege to listen to. Thankyou Mr Costner. You deserve every accolade.
Kevin Costner as a man is who I’d like my son to grow up to be. Humility, loyal and class personified. And from Dances with Wolves to Open Range to Yellowstone a wonderfully talented actor. He sits comfortably alongside my idols; John Wayne and Clint Eastwood in representing the Western movie genre. Bravo from Australia Mr Costner, Bravo.
Yeah tell your son to marry a gold digger and be cheated on by that gold digger and have that gold digger squeezing his money, have that gold digger a cheater whore banging one of his friends and a a tenant guy of your son, fine go ahead your son will be a miserable cuckold
❤️ È stupendo
One of the most gifted and visionary men of our time...love watching your movies! ❤
My father was born in 1919 and came to California during the dust bowl. What a man. He worked as a ranch hand at several ranches from Kerman,Ca to Marysville, Ca. A gentle man who never complained about the terrible circumstances he was dealt. I'm proud to be the son of a dust bowl okie. He was the best father a child could ever ask for. I'm 60 and he has been gone for 33 years but I remember him like he just left. Miss you Pa.
Thank you
Very nice Tommy.I can 'hear' for your words just how much he means to you still.They certainly don't seem to make em like that much these days.Tough, strong and humble, that's how I found many of the old timers when I was a child.I remember,they were my favorite people to be with.I knew they were tough as hell, but the big attraction to me was just how someone so powerful could be so gentle.Loved em.You know I'm 56 now and I still love n respect the big,bearded,strong but humble men that I'm fortunate enough to run into while living my life.
I salute you for taking the time to remind me and I know there are many more men that reminisce about the tough, silent n gentle REAL men that it looks as if we're the last of that breed.A few Lone Wolf men still out there but they are getting fewer and fewer. 😁🖐️🇳🇿
You were and are truly blessed. I had the worst father almost ever and have always dreamed of what it would be like to have had the best. I'm 64 and have suffered a lifetime from a bad father and bad older brother who learned his disgusting behavior from his father.
They don’t make ‘em like that anymore Tommy…my Daddy was cut from that same cloth as your Dad. Mine was the best Dad ever too…invincible..he worked so hard to provide for our family and was very strict. I’m a better person for his strict upbringing and work ethic. I miss him terribly too…
@@sharcrum I’m so sorry… no child should ever have to endure that treatment. God Bless You.
Applaud this true actor, mentor, classy western loving director. When one follows one's passion, there is nothing to regret. He's generation will be able to stand tall for he has done them proud. No trophy measures up to a life lived well.
He's divorcing his second wife.
Here !Here ! Frank well and beautifully said
@annehajdu8654 she filed!
@@annehajdu8654 So????
I've Been Watching Kevin Costner since I First Saw the Movie,( Dances with Wolves ) and I Love Him and Think of You each and Every Day. WE should Get Together Soon Because I Miss You ALL the Time. I'm HOPING TO SEE YOU OFTEN AND CONTINUE OUR RELATIONSHIP IN LOVING TIMES TOGETHER FOREVER ❤️❤️💋❤😊😊
Kevin, a great tribute to your mother, father and grandmother ❤️❤️Very touching!
That was the Bonanza 🐴🦬 of all speeches. I love Kevin Coster movies, but I really admire the heart ❤ he puts into his westerns.
@CarmonBenford Thanks for your support
Love him in body guard
One of the few good man in this world, keep moving forward cowboy, I love you!
Kevin Costner is not only the best storyteller on earth, and singer on earth, he is the best speaker I have ever heard. It is no secret I am very fond of Mr Costner, but I am an educated person, an Mr Costner is the the best at whatever he decides to do…
What a beautiful story. It is my hope that producers would consider making a movie about his life.
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Kevin Costner Is loved by many people,a caring,kind soul I for one applaud you .❤❤
A classy speech from a class act.
What makes this speech so amazing is, it came from his heart.
I totally love him and enjoy his stories. His story has touched me in a very special way and can feel his love of westerns and the way of life that goes with it. We need to hold onto that legacy.
Oh thanks, how are you doing
Kevin has a cowboy soul if anyone has one. Born in this era, but his soul comes from a time long ago. Even his measured words bespeaks of a soul who once had to measure what he felt before he voiced it into the world. Beautiful story of his journey into making Westerns and explains much about his need to make Dances with Wolves and other movies set in a similar period relating to the Great Frontier, fierce independent people who were willing and capable of venturing into the unknown and carving out a life for themselves. Beautiful , heart felt speech. Glade I have a chance to hear it. Thank you.
Beautiful
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I lived through the relocation. All our possessions were sold dirt cheap, we were allowed one small suitcase, to be led to barns where we slept. Loaded back on trains we were spread to the windiest, dust blown lands that had constructed barracks with 10 to a room; quit intimidating to a culture that valued its privacy, that cherished its quiet, alone time. So we grew vegetables out of clay and dry dirt, old men made their stash of hidden sake, the woman sowed and sewed till their hands bled all the while opening schools to teach our children English for we we’re American Citizens, not the slant eyed japs we were nicknamed. And yet these worthless men joined the 442, a group of proud American-Japanese soldiers, who to this day hold more medals, people hearts and silver stars in the history of the military. Yet we still face the same hatred, now because we look too similar to the brothers who spread co-vid, yes, the kung flu. Antisemitism has increased worse than Pre-Hitler days. It has spread to gays, trans, cross dressers. Blacks hate Koreans for being sucessfull, Americans hate the Chinese for building more submarines. 6 out of 7 couples can’t get pregnant. Think it’s a message? When we can elect an amoral, narcisstic, psychotic child for President😢 the world is trying to say something. I am against a world hell bent on hate with a President that endorses it. WAKE, WOKE, PRAY
❤ u Kevin, why don’t u run for President!!!!! I’m begging
Kevin has angel soul!!!
This man aged beautifully. Just like fine wine. So handsome.
Yum. Yes, yum.
That’s because he’s had no plastic surgery grown old gracefully unlike the rest of Hollywood that are 90% plastic
bullshit....he has access to all top and he indeed does use it.....he has nothing on Paul Newman....however still appreciate his being
What happened to the US where most people seems to care above all for how pretty or handsome someone looks or how much money he/she has! When I read some of the stuff people write on the social media the image that comes to mind is: Al Pacino representing the Devil in the film The Devil’s Advocate! But in fairness the US like most countries have a bell curve distribution where you find the stupid, the normal and the exceptionally gifted individuals who make possible for a country to reach new highs! So let’s keep our hopes that the US dream is still alive!
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The Greatest Generation and our forefathers before them…I don’t believe there will ever be generations like that ever again. We owe them so much. Kevin Costner you are such a great storyteller. What a beautifully plain, spoken from the heart, truly real speech. Thank you for making me remember so many good childhood memories. That includes having a mean Shetland pony that bit as well. We are so fortunate to have the movies and TV series you’ve made, to watch over and over. Thank you for wearing your heart on your sleeve and in doing so telling a greatly personal and beautiful story of your family’s and your early life experiences that have made you who you are today.
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Wonderful speech and story. Gave me goosebumps. Well done Kevin.
I really liked this speech. It painted a clear picture of Mr. Costner’s love for all things Western. I hope he doesn’t leave Yellowstone. His character is the hub of that show, and it fits him like a hand in a glove.
Thank you for your love and support
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He is not leaving
He’s not leaving. He’s just aggravated with the direction of the show. They keep saying 7 seasons but he hasn’t been thrilled with the current storylines. It’s just the same shit every season with no real stakes at hand for the Duttons. He’s obviously not losing the ranch lol. I mean does anyone honestly believe that’ll happen? I don’t
One of the very best speeches I’ve heard in my 75 years of life
Kevin, has the most influence on others around him. I could listen to him talk about memories, or sing a song or act in a new movie. He's so down to earth, humble and very kind to everyone he meets...I respect and admire him so very much as the man he is today ! I love his stories and hearing of his childhood and growing up..❤❤❤
Amazing speech He did NOT say "uhm" that takes really talent and concentration as a story teller. Mr. Costner is a story teller plain and simple. Loved it!
Also didn't say like a hundred times, great elocution
Yeah, he did - at 46 seconds. We all interject pausing words, so more than others.
A speech that resonates with the truth and memories of just how the western lifestyle captures the heart and soul of a person. Thanks for all those fine words and the tribute it pays to all those who till the soil and provide us with the food we eat -
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@KevinCostner-m2q You re most welcome - and you deserve praise for it.
@KevinCostner-m2q Thanks Kevin - very kind of you to payment such a compliment -
I love kevin Costner! Great man, great actor, great human being. I love his movies! And I could listen to him all day! Congrats! I love westerns too and horses. I've always wanted to try riding one!
I’ve always liked Kevin Costner ❤ He looks exactly as my finnish grandfather who had 11 children , farm with horses, cows, hen…
He worked the land and when his home land Finland asked him to fought in two wars , he said ”where ”and ”when ?” Both my grandfathers fought in the wars and both was shot but came home gravely injured but alive. They lived long enough to help their families and farms get up on their feet
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But people do their best everywhere
So shoutout to Kevin and Everyone else who had hard lives and fight inner or outer wars❤ ( or make beliefs)
Thanks for supporting me always ❤
Amazing Kevin❤❤❤❤❤
What a beautiful string of words, woven into a story; packed with love, & passion. He is as great an actor, as we saw in, "Dances With Wolves," as he is a story teller.
People who can captivate an audience with the choice of their words; controlling the speed & diction as they speak, have been given a gift. The picture, his words painted of himself & his mother, took the listener with him, as he recalled his childhood. The love & fascination he held as a child, for westerns & the life they depicted is reflected in the characters he portrays in his movies. I will never forget the first time I saw, "Dances With Wolves." How his character volunteered to go west. When he was asked why, he replied, "To see it before it's all gone!" That line touched me so deeply. The reverence for nature was not lost on me. I've traveled to places, remote, in the U.P. & the boundaries waters, past International Falls in Wisconsin.
Canadian outfitters instructed us in the ways to respect the land & leave no foot print. We traveled in birch bark canoes & followed trails & proteges, left by Indians & French traders & trappers. Our maps where green & blue, with no man made landmarks or street signs! Rarely crossing paths with other humans. Water so clean, you didn't have to boil it, before you drank it. Pictographs on rock walls and no sign of developers ready to snatch up property & build destinations for tourists to flock to. It was wild; it was quiet;, it was beautiful; it was peaceful; & it was untouched. I mourn the loss of trees & green spaces.
Thank god that TV westerns & movies touched his soul & fed his imagination. His childhood love for the west, for first nations, for wide open spaces, respect for the land, & respect for the pioneering spirit, brave enough to face the unknown; strong & resilient enough to persevere & crave a life out of nothing, is felt in his acting & films. I'm glad I watched this speech, he delivered; it touched me deeply♡
Kevin Costner is a wonderful storyteller. ❤
Thank you for your love and support
One of the Best in our times of horrific movies with no bounds and Love This man has been in my heart since Dances with Wolves and then I watched ALL his movies and always will.Bless you Costners.
A True Gift with purpose.🙏
Kevin Costner, you bring back my own stories through your heartfelt storytelling. Grew up at the same time of you. My father Gerry was a superb story teller like yourself. I remember my mates at school would always say Red, can we come home to your place and meet your Dad, and have some of his homemade ginger beer, and listen to a story.
Kevin you are a man of integrity, compassion and a LIVER OF LIFE! to me that is all that is important .. a great speech Sir!
Kevin, You live your life with honour & indegrity. You had me in tears. Born in England & growing up in Canada we are all connected. The
challenges in life are different now. But most importantly is staying
true to your heart. Love & Blessings xo
That was very emotional, Kevin I'm a 74 year old cowboy who has ridden the couch over many a dusty trail. I would love to have a bit part in one of your westerns even if it was only to get bitten by a Shetland or kicked by a donkey. I grew up in England and my nickname has been cowboy since 11, and I wanted to put my brand on a Filly in school. Love all westerns that are made right especially if they show some truth, you have made some Gems.
I grew up in LA, lived in Washington State for 22 of my adult years and now retired in San Antonio, TX. Ironically, everyone at my church calls me Cowboy Steve. I'll be 71 this year.
What a speech I could see and feel all of his precious memories. I now understand him a little better. From Dances with wolves to yellow stone what a trail of dreams!! You built it and we here we come!! Thank you ❤️🙏🏻
What a great speech …. Toast master
@@ylee4454 Thanks for your support all this years... Where are you ?
Kevin’s storytelling is by far the best!
A humble amazing speech ❤🇨🇦
Kevin has the ability to speak to peoples souls he's so beautiful his voice takes me alone paths that I see as clear as he says his story
I really appreciate the love and support I get from you all my lovely fans
Kevin is heartwarming, a gentleman, a man! Atoryreller that I’m riveted to every word with utmost respect and enjoyment.
Yellowstone is an amazing show …I hope he goes on many more seasons …
Have Not seen that Show
Kevin Costner's speech reminds me when I was 4 living on an air base in Hawaii. I heard stories of our dad who became a cowboy in Texas between wars. We had a small schooner that we would sail the islands on weekends and holidays. I would pretend I was a cowboy riding my horse (the sail covered boom) as we motored out the channel and into the wide ocean. A few years later, my family acquired a pinto from Jingles the cowboy on the Kit Carson TV series. The three youngest in the family, we would hop on Mr. Lucky bareback with only his halter and a lead rope and gallop through the Mojave Desert. We were fearless and having the time of our lives cause we were cowboys. Kevin Costner reminded me of that time when I was a cowboy.
Costner is a National Treasure. His humility touches me, and his movies make me laugh and cry.
A Ledgenh he will always be remembered like Elvis
May God bless you forever, Kevin Costner ! 😇🙏🏽💙🌸
May God bless you as well
Love this man so much !!!❤
Love Kevin Costner movies! My grandparents left Tulsa after the depression, but they went to Texas. And considering what California has become, I am grateful for that choice. One set of my grandparents ran a cattle ranch, the other set ran a farm...so I was educated, worked and played in both worlds, so I completely understand his fascination with the frontier, and the west.
What an amazing life he has had! His imagination made him soar like his spirit animal The Eagle 🦅 ❤
I love this guy and this wonderful speech he shared with the world. Xoxo
I love his speeches ! listen to the ones he gave for Ali and Whitney ... they will bring you to tears
Crying from laughter at the amazing story teller . So much emotion in the story . What a fantastic man … he must have been a fun kid to be around . Pure innocence. ❤❤❤ Kevin Costner ❤
So heart warming..u could hear the emotion in his speech. I've loved his movies and own most of them. I had the distinct pleasure of listening to him and his band a couple of years ago. I had just returned from a National Parks Vacation where I had been to Yellowstone though I know they now film in MT. He is such an unique entertainer. He enterlaced the performance with reasons for the songs and his life. It was such a special moment of seeing someone who seems so real. I'm so sorry for the divorce he and his kids are having to endure now.
He is Down To Earth! God Bless 🙏🏾 Sir. Your A Awesome Actor. #SaltWaterSpringsRanch🐎 #ArizonaNDNCowboy🤠
Great speech. He shares the family history of ranching etc with many other Californians and westerners probably helped with his popularity. Thanks for sharing your background and dreams with us all.
I Always Loved Kevin Costner and felt like he was a true man of men that represented The True Wild West and The Romance Of The True Western Story❤
I really appreciate the love and support I get from you all my lovely fans.
Kevin is so genuine. His humor is clever funny
Thanks
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What a wonderful speech , I could listen to Kevin all day. He has a great voice and is a wonderful speaker.
Great actor And a great human being 💙
So Profound! And heartfelt!
Well Done! Well Done,
Kevin Costner!
Just a wholesome god loving man!! I love Kevin Costner! 💝
Wonderful speech Mr Costner! Dances With Wolves is my second favorite western of all times. Stay with Yellowstone!!!
What a speech, kevin. Humble, honest, touching. You've remained that way, it's clear.you've done it tough, you've earned it tough.the stories, so real and believable.you are that same storytelling, today.i love you mate, the genuineness you showed, then, and now.i'd love to hear all your stories, from a wee boy, to now.bless.❤❤lynette Jo, your friend, always.❤
He was such a beautiful little boy, I'm sure. Nothing has changed he is still as enthusiastic about his movies today.
Your mark is indelibly written... You Sir are one of the greats... Dances with Wolves was the first movie I watched that stole my heart... I was infact in labour with my third baby... Lol but refused to leave untill the movie ended... Forever part of my heart...
Thanks... I am grateful 🙏🙏😘😘
Costner is one of the greatest out there
he really should be a writer. he is so good at telling a story
Exquisite writing, breathtaking rendition.
I am so proud of you! My parents traveled the same road west & I was lucky to have lived on a small ranch near Monterey California. I begged for a horse but did not have one until I was 21. My children had horses in the 60's & they were born to ride. I have outlived them but still have the western collection. If you want to create your own museum & since I am near the end of my trail, let me know. I want my treasures to be loved & appreciated by a great western man.
Mr. Costner has a most beautiful heart, May God Bless him 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
I love the recognition that Kevin Costner gives to his predecessors. He has a true appreciation for how hard their lives were and brings that to life on the big screen! For that I am thankful. Some of my favorite movies are Dances with Wolves and The Postman.
Thank you for your support and how are you?
I also saw How the West Won in the Cinerama Dome as a kid, and it changed my life too. I fell in love with history and mountains and music, and those loves are stronger than ever.
MUCH to be admired about this man!
Absolutely love Costner’s story telling through his acting…we need him! ❤😊
Thank you for your love and support
@@kevincostnerreal you’re the best…I’ve been a fan for decades and that will never end. Looking forward to Horizon. 🥰💁🏻♀️🌻🌻
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The best story teller! No matter, what story He tells. That’s for all the Kids that don’t read, but they sure listen. Mr.Costner Please keep telling your stories. As We the World Watch and Enjoy! 👏🏼
What. A fabulous speech Kevin I was totally immersed in it. It reminded me of my childhood when I cuddled up with my dad(who sadly I have lost) on a Sunday afternoon to watch a great western. How the west was won was also my favourite from the music down th the beautiful horses and when I watch Yellowstone and dances with wolves I am again with him.I do hope you stay a little longer with Yellowstone but cannot wait to see your new movie HORIZON.I wish you all the very best in the future and send all my love. Julie from the UK 😍🥰😘
A great speech by one of my best actors and human beings. Happy to learn he was originally from Oklahoma. Lived and studied at Oklahoma Univ and it has great hard working original people . Great story shared by a great person like Kevin Costner .
He is painting a picture thru his story. Wonderful.
Thanks, how are you doing?
Thank you for your stories, the movies and the beautiful music. You're one of my two favourites, you and Robert Redford, both real cowboys, truly American in your heart and soul.
I loved your speech. I remember taking my future wife to see Dances With Wolves . I love your movies and please keep making westerns .
You have given us western’s like no other. I was blessed to grow up close to 35 head of horses during the summer it was amazing no one around but myself and all those horses and I had the time of my life riding, brushing and feeding these horses for four years. Then it became known I was managing these horses at the ripe age starting at 7. I had ridden most all of them by the time the owner found out he told my folks, he wasn’t sure what to do cause none of these horses were broke to ride and I had rode bare back and with a piece of baling string for reins those horses were my best friends and I believe I was theirs for the years we had together were the best years of my life I was free to travel the prairie without a care in the world. Thank you Mr. Costner for giving me back those tears through your movies and I sure hope you continue to do so many more, bless you sir, rode on cowboy!
Thank you for your love and support
I think I love this man! That was absolutely beautiful. I'm glad he's got to make his passion and dream, his life. And he's not a bad oratory story teller either. Excellent, this made my day!!
Beautiful speech narated with so much humour.Humble beginnings.God rewards the humble, you were so determined even from a tender age.Beautiful, forever your fan.❤❤