Will Ferrell | USC Commencement Speech 2017

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  • @nnmartin94
    @nnmartin94 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1339

    There was nothing better than getting this guy after a hard week of finals and a tough four years of college... it was a good graduation treat. You can get motivational speeches any time on youtube, but I'm so so glad I was there in person to be entertained and congratulated by this icon!!

    • @ZackGeragosian
      @ZackGeragosian 7 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      nfinitiduck congratulations on your accomplishments!!

    • @nnmartin94
      @nnmartin94 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      thanks man i appreciate it!

    • @sarkaseborova9471
      @sarkaseborova9471 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      that is so sweet! well done on everything!! 😊

    • @nnmartin94
      @nnmartin94 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      I double majored in political science and business.

    • @mattguz55
      @mattguz55 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      nfinitiduck aye man that's what my major will be. any advice ? is business a good pairing ?

  • @KLUJICS
    @KLUJICS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Genius use of comedy and humor. He is a master of comedy and is able to share life changing moments. What a great celebrity commencement speech. Love the honorary doctorate and how he would use it to his advantage.

  • @kamrank575
    @kamrank575 7 ปีที่แล้ว +188

    As a USC grad, I am happy that the school chose one of the funniest guys around for this occasion. He is awesome. Inspiring story.

  • @psychlos21
    @psychlos21 2 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    One of the best commencement speeches I have ever heard. Will Ferrell is an amazing human being.

    • @Stacy-gt7kc
      @Stacy-gt7kc ปีที่แล้ว

      the best is th-cam.com/video/pxBQLFLei70/w-d-xo.html///

  • @satokage9354
    @satokage9354 6 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Loved the speech & this meaningful quote:
    "Enjoy the process of your search without succumbing to the pressure of the results."

  • @NJA2k8
    @NJA2k8 7 ปีที่แล้ว +855

    Was anybody else staring at how well the mic was staying perfectly hidden inbetween his shirt?

    • @dirtroad5637
      @dirtroad5637 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      I was too mesmerized by his octoganal beret to notice that...

    • @thomasyoung7286
      @thomasyoung7286 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I am now

    • @perryjoseph9872
      @perryjoseph9872 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      NJA2k8 word

    • @KK-gn8nm
      @KK-gn8nm 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was lol

    • @dominicsamson1
      @dominicsamson1 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm already Doomfist 🎶

  • @KemptonLam
    @KemptonLam 7 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    10:35 Fascinating story! Love Will!
    17:10 "What if I never tried at all?!"
    22:50 "Enjoy the process of your search without succumbing to the pressure of the result. Trust your gut. Keep throwing darts at the dartboard. Don't listen to the critics and you will figure it out."

  • @allesasmart
    @allesasmart 6 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Thank you, Will Ferrell. This 52-year-old recent Masters grad has heard your message and will continue to throw the darts until I get through the fear and complete my Juris degree... great voice by the way!

  • @tomorrowtoday4839
    @tomorrowtoday4839 7 ปีที่แล้ว +390

    Our daughter graduated this year from USC, so we saw this wonderful commencement address. A great thanks to Will Ferrell, and to USC. Thank you for all that you are doing!

    • @unlocked6352
      @unlocked6352 7 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      *Dr. Ferrell

    • @TheTribal85
      @TheTribal85 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Can't ask for any better than that. I envy you I love will Ferrell.

    • @ancat2521
      @ancat2521 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Steve Parry I

  • @americanbiker7568
    @americanbiker7568 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My best friend was living at the Delta Tau Delta House when Will was there and when I would stop by in my patrol car (I was a Deputy for LA County) Will would always come out say hilarious stuff like “if i had drugs in my room you would have to have a warrant to search for them right?”. I went to a volleyball event at the fraternity and everyone was looking up at one of the balconies and Will was stark naked cheering on one of the teams. Long before he was famous my friend Rick was telling me stories about the hilarious stuff this guy would pull off. Years later I ran into him at Paramount Pictures where I was a threat assessment investigator, and he remembered me and we spoke at length. Truly a kind man and a rare talent.

  • @cutthroat795
    @cutthroat795 7 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Only a guy like Will Ferrell can make a 25 min commencement speech so entertaining.

    • @drizzyfest6285
      @drizzyfest6285 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think it was awful and disgusting to tell people to get in his van and perform surgery on them.

  • @alexaroderick5896
    @alexaroderick5896 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I've never heard such a long sleeve that never once lost extreme humor. LOVE IT!!!!!!! SO LONG!!! WOW!!!

  • @corndog984
    @corndog984 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    There will never be another Will Ferrell. Protect this man at all costs

  • @godsuuill1
    @godsuuill1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    What ever you feel about him, He IS ...SUCCESSFUL! I bet someone in that graduating class was inspired and no one in that class will forget! Let this MASTER ENTERTAINER do what he does best in the City of Dreams!

  • @erikasnow2104
    @erikasnow2104 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    awesome and inspirational!!!! What a honor for him to return to his alma mater to give such a personal account of his journey after college!!! these students will always remember this moment!!!

  • @trevordallas
    @trevordallas 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Stunningly brilliant, humble and hilarious.

  • @CrazyMonkeyProd
    @CrazyMonkeyProd 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1006

    The voice of an angel! A mix between Jesus and Fergie...

    • @petelauman4551
      @petelauman4551 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Matt Turner This is going to sound weird but...im pretty sure he I saw him take the shape of a unicorn

    • @troymontero9794
      @troymontero9794 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      крест Лапотников it's a quote from step brothers numb skull

    • @aileraguilar3976
      @aileraguilar3976 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Matt Turner w

    • @jacksanchez8022
      @jacksanchez8022 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      the songbird of a generation

    • @MonkeypodFPV
      @MonkeypodFPV 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Matt Turner 😂

  • @castlehillagent3232
    @castlehillagent3232 7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    He's a comedic genius. Well he's always made me laugh anyway. I love the way he's never afraid to completely "commit" to his roles...

    • @RDSports5
      @RDSports5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed. Interestingly enough, one of my favorite of his roles is one of his serious ones when he did Stranger Than Fiction. Really creative movie

  • @ashleypg1708
    @ashleypg1708 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    "You will never not be afraid." ❤

  • @granvillewalkerjr.8394
    @granvillewalkerjr.8394 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I stumbled across this video by accident. Not paying attention to the auto select feature and then hearing the university president announce Dr. Will Ferrell led to me make the decision "I can always click away to something else if I don't like it". But the artful way he wove comedy, hard-earned wisdom gained from some of his hard luck moments, and encouraging remarks gave me an appreciation for Will Ferrell the person that I never had for his Saturday Night Live persona. You never know who, what, when or where you'll find that special "something" or "someone" that will help you along the way to the next big step in your journey. For some of us, this video could fulfill that wonderful purpose.

  • @pauljnolan1000
    @pauljnolan1000 7 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    1) He's funny.
    2) He gave a damn good speech.

  • @Truly1Tom
    @Truly1Tom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Will was laying it down! He was getting to what matters more than any amount of knowledge or skill in any field of human endeavor. Emotional intelligence- empathy and compassion for other people! 85% of any gig is people skills! To all current students and USC alumni be the best version of you that you can and enjoy the journey! I salute you all!

  • @SithScorp
    @SithScorp 7 ปีที่แล้ว +522

    He has the voice of an angel.

    • @jamescowan1313
      @jamescowan1313 7 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      A mix between Fergie and Jesus.

    • @natelber
      @natelber 7 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      He's been called the songbird of his generation.

    • @4sh024
      @4sh024 7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      its so beautiful. i cant even look at him right now :-(....

    • @cianwalsh7063
      @cianwalsh7063 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      SithScorp Is that a step brothers reference?

    • @DragoonRyRs
      @DragoonRyRs 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      for a second there..he actually took on the form of a unicorn for a second

  • @RobertLow18
    @RobertLow18 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What an utterly fantastic public speaker and amazing human being he is!

  • @okapmeinkap7311
    @okapmeinkap7311 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    omg for 30y I couldn't "connect" with this song but it took Will Farrell - of all people Will Farrell - at an SC commencement to finally hit me! It takes a context, I suppose, and works even 3 decades later. I now truly appreciate the depth, the strength and gravity of this immensely beautiful, immensely powerful love song.

  • @ednarus9276
    @ednarus9276 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I was initially skeptical, but am pleasantly surprised by his speech. I give him much credit for speaking with sincerity and giving good advice about the journey to and the meaning of "success'. Not what I'd imagined he'd say...but I wholeheartedly relate to and agree with his address. Keep throwing darts, Mr Ferrell.....I mean, DOCTOR Ferrell ! ...wink....

  • @nicklastname2549
    @nicklastname2549 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Will you did an awesome speech and showed us you never gave up, kept at it until you made it, and then some. Hope all the grads can be as motivated and do great things in their lives.

  • @이사람-z3w
    @이사람-z3w 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what else to say?
    This Dr.anchorman is simply a legend.
    The only Doctor who never fails to make me laugh when he cracks jokes

  • @SassySilverSisters
    @SassySilverSisters 7 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Will Ferrell is wonderful !!!

    • @CrystalKinchen7
      @CrystalKinchen7 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Imagine him as a Dad and Husband. Hilarious! Just naturally witty!

    • @jodeytailor7462
      @jodeytailor7462 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh shut up you stupid bitch

  • @chewdustfreeze
    @chewdustfreeze 7 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    this man is a genius in his own way. props to you Will

  • @scottcoachlife5443
    @scottcoachlife5443 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    "Enjoy the process of your search w/o succumbing to the pressure of the result."

  • @Zoomookie
    @Zoomookie 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    3:15 a faint cowbell can be heard, I respect that person

  • @pauljacoby5690
    @pauljacoby5690 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    This is a wonderful commencement address that everyone can enjoy.

  • @iTimestretcher
    @iTimestretcher 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    That was awesome! Love you Will Ferrell!

  • @bellemitchellwood7893
    @bellemitchellwood7893 7 ปีที่แล้ว +405

    OMG!!!! My FAVORITE commencement speech EVER! What a gift Will Ferrell is to all of us! I haven't laughed this hard at a speech in a LONG time! LOVE him so much!!!

    • @alexaconrad4244
      @alexaconrad4244 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      castroy64 You seem upset. Misery needs company.

    • @alexaconrad4244
      @alexaconrad4244 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      castroy64 LOL I knew you were a trump turd! Hey, you tired of winning yet? Did you graduate from Trump University? How is that healthcare plan going for you? 🤣 I love it. I got some tears for you here, bud! Laughing away!!

    • @alexaconrad4244
      @alexaconrad4244 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      castroy64 I never said anything about Hilary. You and Trump seem to be still stuck on that one. I love how your Carrot Cake Commander has nothing better to do than tweet about all people he dislikes. He can't run a successful business let alone this country. I don't mind him wasting his weekends golfing instead of actually trying to pass bills.

    • @discostoo
      @discostoo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Check out Conan O'Brien's speech from a few years ago too, it's excellent.

    • @PotatoeChipz
      @PotatoeChipz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      disco you fucker. I tried to wipe the hair off my screen!

  • @pichiwilla
    @pichiwilla 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I laughed and I cried. So beautifully entertaining and genuine.

  • @angelicaxrs
    @angelicaxrs 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A million times better than when Bill Nye spoke at my commencement. this speech had encouraging and wise words for all disciplines. thank you will ferrell

  • @theshift2010
    @theshift2010 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    As a comedian, you are always funny to everyone. As an inspirational leader you inspire. You rock Will Ferrell.😉

  • @jacquelinesternberg8461
    @jacquelinesternberg8461 7 ปีที่แล้ว +216

    So inspirational, I laughed my ass off! Congrats, DR. Farrell!

  • @cashben
    @cashben 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    To this day, there still hasn’t been a better speech than Will’s. I wish it was longer, I can’t stop laughing and it’s the 11th time I have watched this lol

  • @even200x
    @even200x 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    By far the greatest commencement speech ever.

  • @jonifetterman4898
    @jonifetterman4898 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If our commencement speech in high school was this entertaining, I may have remembered it!!! Love you did this for the Class of 2017!!

  • @rjpearsonIV
    @rjpearsonIV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    USC grads. Especially the class of 2017. Will Ferrell is right. It is also a general principle that applies to all young people finding their way. Take his advice. Fight on. Life is a journey. Others have said this before. But I feel it needs to keep being repeated. Especially when you get in those "down days" and nothing seems to work. I was class of '92 Cal Poly SLO. Years of down days. Now the wind has picked up. The sails are full and I am heading to wherever I am heading.

  • @user-rr2tj1gt4i
    @user-rr2tj1gt4i 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm just graduating from college and I have no idea what I'm supposed to do with my life and I'm also moving back with my parents so it is good to hear that a legend like Will Ferrell was clueless as well and moved back in with his mother.

  • @Thorhmrs123
    @Thorhmrs123 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're the man will ferrel! Thank you

  • @dustinharrison3491
    @dustinharrison3491 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I love the part where he talks about his wife and kids being his true success

  • @alsmarantamilano5925
    @alsmarantamilano5925 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Congratulations Dr. Ferrell 👏🎓

    • @dlo__3929
      @dlo__3929 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Make me proud baby 😘💜

  • @mermaidbarbie6898
    @mermaidbarbie6898 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Congrats to all the grads and alumni great job, God Bless!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Will was so funny!

  • @Silutes_plentas
    @Silutes_plentas 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He killed it 😂👍
    For gods sake. Who wants a boring speech at his graduation, when u can have a true motivating, inspiring and funny one 🤷‍♂️
    ...life is serious at many points but one should be grateful for the good moments and enjoy them.

  • @johntatum1951
    @johntatum1951 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant speech...thanks Dr Will....

  • @mikonda
    @mikonda 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    He is my personal hero. I absolutely love this man.

  • @Imagine-j5g
    @Imagine-j5g 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Instant like. Wonderful speech and inspiring speaker. Very unfortunate to see many students lacking excitement and paying constant attention to their phones instead of enjoying this unique moment.

  • @ragingfiip
    @ragingfiip 7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Will Ferrell's an effing LEGEND!

    • @Orcinus1967
      @Orcinus1967 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dr. Ferrell you mean.

  • @jennifermarshall4780
    @jennifermarshall4780 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Right on! I laughed so many times. Will, we adore you! I loved this speech, I have see so many commencement speeches always too much about serious bs. This was seriously funny! Great singing! Loved it.

  • @bodeymcconville6160
    @bodeymcconville6160 7 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love how people hate on a hilarious guy just because people messed up in school and are jealous

    • @raniasidhu557
      @raniasidhu557 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah, but can they perform minimal invasion surgery from a windowless van? I think not!

  • @Stamenu88
    @Stamenu88 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Whenever I'm about to give up or feel doubt, i watch this and im back on track. All the way from South Africa.

  • @RobbieBackpacking
    @RobbieBackpacking 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This speech was funny, meaningful and motivational! Wonderful speech Dr. Ferrell!

  • @brookecupkieseiver6028
    @brookecupkieseiver6028 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Will Farrell is so brilliant! Loved his commencement speech!

  • @duo1314
    @duo1314 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    So lucky that one of my favorite comedian came to my commencement address

  • @Richard-jy1jn
    @Richard-jy1jn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow. He is funny this guy ! Amazing individual and one heck of a public speaker!

  • @sylviasmith7936
    @sylviasmith7936 7 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    the best graduation present ever 😂😂😂

  • @Cathal-io7dz
    @Cathal-io7dz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ❤❤❤ loved every second of that.!I'm going to watch again 😍 ❤️ 💕 thanks Dr Ferell

  • @wig4usc
    @wig4usc 7 ปีที่แล้ว +335

    Great job, Will Ferrell!!!✌🏻

  • @matthewm.4603
    @matthewm.4603 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    His kids are growing up with a legend for a dad. Imagine your friends quoting movies your dad starred in. Crazy.

  • @BerserkerCade77
    @BerserkerCade77 7 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I want a movie with him parenting his kids. I feel like that would be hilarious.

    • @Orcinus1967
      @Orcinus1967 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How prescient of you. Its called Daddy's Home. Or were you being ironic?

    • @raniasidhu557
      @raniasidhu557 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't call me Dad, call me Dr. Ferrell. Priceless.

  • @sarehbagherichimeh9750
    @sarehbagherichimeh9750 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My friend woke me up in a panic saying I srsly don't know what I'm doing! in trying to figure out life together the best thing I could say was "lets through lots and lots of darts" - thank you - I keep saying that to my self over and over again and keeps me going!

  • @patmoran6446
    @patmoran6446 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is one of the few times you get a chance to see a few snippets of Will Ferrell totally out of his normal character. The real Will Ferrell.

  • @lukeboone7714
    @lukeboone7714 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful speech included humor and inspiration two amazing virtues

  • @EarlsFamilyVlogs
    @EarlsFamilyVlogs 7 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    Dr. Ferrell, are you able to deliver babies? My wife is due in five months! haha. This speech was amazing!

    • @EarlsFamilyVlogs
      @EarlsFamilyVlogs 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, commented a little too soon.. I guess he can! hahah

    • @Anne--Marie
      @Anne--Marie 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is more relevant after the nasty editorial about Dr. Jill Biden.

    • @jayfire1190
      @jayfire1190 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Here is Will.
      www.bitchute.com/video/3zypezrMwCf0/

  • @ThatDudeLou2023
    @ThatDudeLou2023 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I laughed a lot and it was a heartfelt speech as well. How is there 980 dislikes? As a people we need to reach out and find that 1% among us who are just miserable and need help.

  • @Raina_1125
    @Raina_1125 7 ปีที่แล้ว +926

    Its the fucking Catalina wine mixer but I gotta get me some boats and hoes

    • @Jacob-wh8nh
      @Jacob-wh8nh 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      raina wut

    • @Raina_1125
      @Raina_1125 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Jbrewskie guess you've never seen stepbrothers

    • @MakeAmericaGreatAgain4547
      @MakeAmericaGreatAgain4547 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      raina Fuckin love stepbrothers

    • @sammi508
      @sammi508 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Best comment ever 😂😂

    • @trevordallas
      @trevordallas 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      raina LMAO! Prestige Worldwide!

  • @karenpcumbie
    @karenpcumbie 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Success is truly giving more of yourself... Well done.

  • @MrUberuaga
    @MrUberuaga 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This mans just dropped the hottest commencement speech of the century

  • @ccbalexander
    @ccbalexander 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That guy has so much heart. Love.

  • @sheldonmuscumann7830
    @sheldonmuscumann7830 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Longest TH-cam video I've ever watched but loved every minute. Your the man Will thanks for the inspiration

    • @theb5389
      @theb5389 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How is this the longest video you have ever watched

  • @EverestExperts
    @EverestExperts 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow. Totally nailed the high note!

  • @MrMagicman19
    @MrMagicman19 7 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Honestly, he sings better than most people!

  • @hugohackenbush1554
    @hugohackenbush1554 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a funny, intelligent and inspiring speech. Plus, I never knew he could sing so well.

  • @Grim-R34p3r
    @Grim-R34p3r 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    long live Will Ferrel

  • @herczeus9341
    @herczeus9341 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I went to the University Of Toronto so this American commencement speech stuff with celebrities always amuses me.

  • @GhostlyNova
    @GhostlyNova 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    What a legend

  • @rayrude5705
    @rayrude5705 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I wish Will Ferrell did my school's commencement speech

  • @ManubibiWalsh
    @ManubibiWalsh 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I didn't get a university degree. I am not very highly educated. Hell, for someone who's been studying English since I was a small child in another country I still can't express myself as proficiently as I would like to.
    But to the people who keep making fun of graduates and young people who chose university as their path post-high school: have respect. It takes a lot of strength of character and patience and perseverance to end a university course of study. Studying IS work, and students do that work for the most part of their day, every day, sundays included. It's a tough job and not everyone can do it - hell, I couldn't do it. So college and university students all over the world have my respect. The fact that college is expensive is not your fault, but it's the fault of a system that gives too much importance to hoarding money on the backs of the working class. It's not someone's fault if they have to survive in really tough conditions (and I'm talking mostly about poor or middle class kids who *really* struggle to pay their student loans). It's the government's responsibility to help them achieve the level of education they deserve and have the skills for. There is really no biggest shame than being in charge of a system that could help people achieve their best versions of themselves, and won't.
    Anyway, back to Will Ferrell: this speech was brilliant, but then again I think I've never seen this guy not leave an audience in stitches. It takes incredible preparation and discipline to be able to set up jokes and deliver the punchlines with perfect timing every single time, or recover hilariously if they do fall flat. And I think comedy is also important if not vital for any society's health. Laughter is important not only as a mirror to hold up to the mass and the culture it creates, but as a literal coping mechanism to deal with the difficulties of life.
    The world needs so many people like Will Ferrell, Steve Carell and the late Robin Williams. Every time a comedian decides to take this path, it's not only a job but a service they do to the community. Everyone in this video deserves respect, and you owe it to them especially if you never got to where they stood in this clip. Look up to people who achieve things, they all can be a great inspiration for us all.

  • @Mein01
    @Mein01 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great job Will! Love your work

  • @sandrafortenberry8844
    @sandrafortenberry8844 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Laughter is the best medicine. Lighten up ya'll.

  • @Jakehorner1201
    @Jakehorner1201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love when his kids stand up you can hear all the girls in the crowd go awwwwwwwww

  • @jasonvoigt
    @jasonvoigt 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great inspirational speech and all, EXCEPT for the part where he says 'Don't listen to critics'. Benjamin Franklin once said, "Critics are our friends. They show us our faults". Even though sometimes I've had harsh critics, I've always appreciated those who took the time to correct and criticize me.

    • @johnd3124
      @johnd3124 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think he meant dont bend to the will of your critics, just do your thing.

  • @AirAssault7
    @AirAssault7 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    1990 is a long time ago, damn. Chris Ferrell you did a great job.

  • @ambazzadore8197
    @ambazzadore8197 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Great speech, great choice of speaker.

  • @GrammyVulture
    @GrammyVulture 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations graduates and Dr. Will Ferrell!

  • @ExtrEmmxm
    @ExtrEmmxm 7 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    I think the people complaining about the graduation are people who do not want to put the time and effort into getting something like what all these students got.
    You might think Will Ferrell as a speaker was bad, but who cares about your opinion. You can clearly see all of these successful students being very very happy and full of joy.
    The only sickening thing here are not the students, nor is Will Ferrell. It is you.

  • @saragoldstein1595
    @saragoldstein1595 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazingly perfect send-off message!

  • @quinnthurbide38
    @quinnthurbide38 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    bro who thought will ferrell would be as aspiring as he was. that shit was so encouraging

  • @markgray8075
    @markgray8075 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    that was awesome... what a great comedian and beautifully human too!

  • @JinderAtwal
    @JinderAtwal 7 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    SERIOUSLY, havne't even watched the first 1 minute yet, and its the best speech of all time!!

  • @lowden7268
    @lowden7268 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Of the millions of commencement speeches.....99.9 will be forgotten. To this class, you were blessed as this speech will never be forgotten. "I am prepared to do minor surgery"

  • @CarissaProductions
    @CarissaProductions 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I was there!

  • @stressmuffin
    @stressmuffin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My fave part of this speech is when he said, that someone will film him in their phone, a You Tube video of him being dragged out of (hopefully he said) United Airlines, screaming, “Call Max Nakias, president of USC! He told me that I am a doctor!”. I laughed harder watching President Nakias laughing hysterically at Will! Dr. Farrell deserves that doctorate degree from his alma mater, because he seems to be a great guy, who successful at not only career, marriage & fatherhood, but also being a successful human being. It warms my heart to find out that he gives back to his friend from his fraternity, who is a cancer survivor & has a scholarship program for people with cancer. Will helps his friend’s charity, & his friend was always showing up to Will’s comedy shows to cheer him on. So everyone! Let’s do what Will does for life- keep throwing darts at the dart board! ❤️

  • @RobbieBackpacking
    @RobbieBackpacking 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Dude, he must be the best dad.

    • @stressmuffin
      @stressmuffin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dr. Farrell 😉 did his wife & handsome princes for sons very proud, & of course, making them laugh their asses off! 😆

  • @reidkd11
    @reidkd11 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    RESPECT, dude has a gift and is grateful to embrace it.