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Family Feud is an American television game show created by Mark Goodson. It features two families who compete to name the most popular answers to survey questions in order to win cash and prizes. The show has had three separate runs, the first of which started in 1976. Its original run from 1976 to 1985 aired on ABC and in syndication, with Richard Dawson as host. In 1988, the series was revived and aired on both CBS and in syndication with Ray Combs hosting until 1994, with Dawson returning until that version ended in 1995.
Raymond Neil Combs Jr. (April 3, 1956 - June 2, 1996) was an American actor, comedian and game show host. Combs began his professional career in the late 1970s. His popularity on the stand-up circuit led to him being signed as the second host of the game show Family Feud in its second run and first revival. The show aired on CBS from 1988-1993 and was in syndication from 1988-1994. From 1995 to 1996, Combs hosted another game show, Family Challenge.
Raymond Neil Combs Jr. was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on April 3, 1956. He graduated in 1974 from Garfield High School, where he was an actor, senior class president, and Boys State delegate. He declined a nomination to the United States Military Academy and served as a missionary from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for two years in Arizona.
In 1988, game-show producers Mark Goodson and Howard Felsher gave Combs a seven-year contract to host a new version of Family Feud. The program premiered on July 4, 1988 on CBS's daytime lineup, and a syndicated version was launched on September 19. According to Feud announcer Gene Wood, Combs also toured extensively around the United States to promote the show, and made guest appearances on Card Sharks (Eubanks) and The Price Is Right to discuss the new version of Family Feud.
On June 29, 1992, CBS expanded the daytime show from 30 minutes to one hour. A new "Bullseye" round was added and the show was retitled Family Feud Challenge. On September 14, 1992, the Bullseye round was integrated into the syndicated run, which remained 30 minutes in length, but was renamed as The New Family Feud. Combs was one of the most seen hosts on television during the 1992-93 season, with an hour and a half of Family Feud airing five days a week.
While Combs enjoyed hosting Family Feud, he grew increasingly frustrated by the rigid formula of the show. He pressured his agent to find new opportunities for him in acting and comedy.
Midway through the 1992-93 season, ratings for the show began to plummet. CBS cancelled the daytime version in early 1993, with the final new episode airing March 26 (reruns aired through September 10), as many CBS affiliates had dropped the show entirely by that time. The syndicated version was also on the verge of cancellation (as many stations had also dropped that or moved it into overnight time slots). Jonathan Goodson, who had become chairman of Mark Goodson Productions after the death of his father, Mark Goodson, in 1992, decided to replace Combs with original host Richard Dawson.
By all accounts Combs was hurt by his dismissal from the show. In his final episode, after signing off for the final time, he immediately walked off the set, got into his dressing room to change, left the studio and drove home without saying goodbye to anyone.
On June 1, 1996, police were called to Combs' home in Glendale, California, over reports of a disturbance. Combs had reportedly destroyed most of the inside of his house, and had also been banging his head against the walls, though Combs later told the police that he fell in the jacuzzi. Shortly after police arrived, Combs' estranged wife Debbie arrived and informed them that Combs was suicidal and had spent the previous week in the hospital for a suicide attempt. He was taken by police to Glendale Adventist Medical Center, where he was assessed by a medical doctor and placed on a 72-hour psychiatric observation hold. On June 2, 1996, at around 4:10 a.m., hospital personnel discovered Combs hanging by his bed sheets in the closet of his room. He was taken to the emergency room, where he was pronounced dead upon arrival. His death was ruled a suicide.
On June 7, 1996, Combs' funeral was held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Glendale. His remains were flown back to his hometown of Hamilton, Ohio, where he was interred at the Greenwood Cemetery. Combs was survived by his parents, Ray Sr. and Anita Jean Combs; his wife; and their six children.
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I worked on a TV series called Dear John. The show was on NBC TV from 1988 until 1992. We had 90 episodes plus the pilot. Ray was our warm up comic for about 40 of those shows. He was the best and funniest warm up comic I have ever seen. He worked with no script. He might say "Where you from?" and no matter where they were from, Ray made it funny. He was also a normal guy who could carry on a sensible conversation. I talked with him every night that he worked the audience of our show. He was nice and friendly and a great comic. I was in Hollywood for many years. I first saw warm up comics working the crowd in 1956. I saw George Gobel warming up his audience and in 1997 I watched Bob Newhart warm up his audience for the show George and Leo. Ray was better at warm up comedy than anyone else I watched. The warm up comic has to keep talking until the next scene with different wardrobe is ready and he has to make 300 people laugh and stay focused on what is being filmed. I never knew Ray had a care in the world until his early exit from our world. RIP, Ray.
Wow thank you so much for sharing that
That is an interesting story. I watch Dear John on Antenna TV, it's a funny show.
I remember dear with John Judd hersh .I thought I came on in 86 or 87.
Wow. I remember that show..
"...by the time you read this line, I'll be gone ". Great show fond memories from my childhood. The theme tune is etched in my mind
My daughter did the exact same thing almost 3 years ago.. she had been ill for about 3-4 years.. her own thoughts and strange voices shouting at her all night. Then she said they were now bothering her all the time.. she took her life because she felt like she was going crazy. She was 25. You covered this so gently but to the point. Very sad story.
I am so sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy 🙏 🙏
@It's just the British way sooo sorry 4 the loss of ur daughter 🫂💔😪🙏🕊❤️
I’m so so sorry for your loss
I'm so sorry for your loss
I remember back when this happened and being so shocked by it. I never realized he was having all that trouble in his life at the time. He was such a funny, talented man. Great tribute Scott! Rest In Peace Ray Combs.
🕊yeah.. I would’ve definitely preferred him over Dawson..🥲
You have a huge heart Scott, heartbreaking how Ray combs could not “ continue” life -lost 2 dear dear brothers to suicide saw a pysch for quite awhile after their deaths --but it’s true their are troubled people that think the only way out is suicide it’s all too heartbreaking and so very sad -thank you Scott for your caring , sympathy . May ray combs be resting in peace RIP 🌹
He was in constant back pain due to the car accident as well.
@@trishbender7940 naw Dawson was an angel.
He always seemed so jolly and happy. U just never know what's going thru someone's mind.
Looks are deceiving then again, entertainers are paid to be Bipolar
We all fake it till we make it 😢
That is so true! In the late 80s & 90s I worked with a guy who was always smiling, friendly to everyone and always seemed happy. He seemed to be carefree. We were stunned to hear he committed suicide (hung himself). No signs of being depressed or troubled at all; at work anyway.
@BerniBernsify About 2 or so weeks ago l was texting my friend, who l thought was a perfect gentleman. Unbeknownst to me, l was texting a man who had been dead for about 3 months. His wife answered his text message to inform me of the horrible news. He had a massive stroke in his classroom, and was discovered on the floor with his eyes wide open. He died about 5 days later while in a coma. The school principal confessed to me that maybe my friend was given too many assignments. He never complained. His wife said that he complained of headaches. He kept it all inside.
@@MrCJ-qz9dl Oh so sorry for your loss 😢 hmm headaches, did anyone say anything about aneurysm? Just a thought. Two weeks ago I lost a dear friend. He seemed perfectly healthy when I saw him in May at our other friend's funeral. But he was hospitalized in April for pulmonary embolism. He's had the blood clot issues for at least a decade. They told his wife he had a heart attack. She found him. I just wonder if he had a coronary thrombosis that caused the heart attack. He was was excited about his daughter's upcoming wedding and becoming a grandfather. He was 54. So young 😢 those blood clots are nothing to mess around with.
Scott, anyone can do a sensationalistic video about a celeb death, but only YOU do it with compassion and understanding. Kudos!
@margannaful I totally agree 👍✌️❤️
Thank you so much
@@SCOTTONTAPE are you still in hamilton, ohio, i am from hamilton, ohio can we meet
@@SCOTTONTAPE 100% Scott. Well done. All your videos you show such compassion and respect
Absolutely agree. Such compassion 💕❤
Thank you so much for this tribute. My family and I were contestants on The New Family Feud on two separate occasions in 1993, both with Ray Combs as host. He was genuinely the sweetest person! The whole entire production staff loved him, and they had nothing but wonderful things to say about him, which was 180 degrees away from how they felt about Richard Dawson. Whereas they all said that Ray Combs was an absolute delight, one producer told us that Richard Dawson was the type of person who would wake up thinking of mean things to do to people. I couldn't believe that Ray was replaced by Dawson, and I know the staff could not have been happy about it. My understanding is that it was all about ratings. So tragic! I've heard stories about Ray's compassion and generosity and I know just from meeting him that he was a genuinely good guy, and not just putting on a show for the show. May his beautiful soul forever rest in peace, and may God bless his family and friends and all who love him to this day. ♥️♥️
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with Ray. This is exactly what I was hoping to find in the comment section. I think it's very important that people like yourself come forward and share their positive experience. I never questioned for one moment that he was a very loving and generous man. Nothing was mentioned about his six children but my suspicions are he was also a very good father. We don't see a lot of people in Show Business with families of that size. Anyway I do digress. Thanks again for ending such a sad story on a much cheerful note.
I call bs on Dawson story. He was a warm and funny guy
@genapruitt 🌿I believe what you heard from the crew about both Richard and Ray. I'm so glad the TV app on my phone shows many episodes with Ray as the host now. He put everyone at ease and had the contestants laughing and teasing him back. I watched Dawson's version when it was the only one shown because I love the game. Richard has been said to be moody, mean and was always forcing kisses on the women. Cringe! He'd swear that the 4 kisses per guest were "for luck." Every other host of Family Feud did a better job of entertaining than Dawson.
Ray needed a better agent that would appreciate his talent. Any of us could have found him a good job! And then knowing he was dealing with constant pain explained a lot. No wonder he was struggling. I hope his children know how many of us thought he was great and how sorry we are for their loss.💜🍀💚
That must've been quite an honor, you and your family got to play on the show and see Ray in person. He was the host I grew up with and still is my favorite of all the hosts. He always did strike me as a nice and cheerful guy, and he was a most talented TV personality, I know many would agree, including yourself. When Mark Goodson was around, Ray always had someone to vouch for him, when Mark passed away and his son Jonathan took over, that was probably the point whe a number of negative turns took place. But yes Ray is most certainly at peace now, and made a huge positive difference in the world, no one can ever take that from him.
Am guessing you and your family played as a regular team, then came back for an allstar or returning champion match or something like that?
Richard Dawson was gross and cringy!! 😱🤮🤢
I remember when this happened. So sad. It just shows us that one can appear happy on the inside but be breaking inside. You never know what someone is going thru. May he rest in peace. Thank you, Scott. 😊
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I knew I didn't see him wow. He had a lot of financial problems. Had the accident and it was costing him his marriage. But thank you, man, for pay tribute to him
This is why you are one of the best Scott.gentle,compassionate, and do not judge. R.I.P. Ray Combs.
His life fell apart like dominos, very sad. Rest in Peace Ray Combs.
Ray Combs had a lot of financial problems. From Ms. Harper Stacey.
He was placed on a 72-hour psychiatric observation hold when he died by hanging himself with the bedsheets. That shouldn't have even been allowed to happen. My mom, when she was in the hospital, she was just tired of being in the hospital so she made a threat saying she was going to jump out of the window. She was wheelchair bound - there's no way it would have happened - but they STILL had someone watch over her in the room for the next 2-3 days.
Thank you for visiting Ray. He was definitely my FF guy and it looks like he's been forgotten so thank you for saying hello from all of us who remember him fondly.
I'm from Hamilton and remember him very well. When he would come home he did some good things in his hometown for his home town. He is still missed here. RIP Ray
Although Richard Dawson was my favorite host of Family Feud Ray Combs did an awesome job. It's so sad what happened to him. I guess we all have a breaking point, but most don't take it this far. I have two nephews that committed suicide and it's a horrible devastation for the family and one you don't see coming. My nephew Cecil had a strong Faith in God. His last post on Fb was a meme that read "Every day we live is a gift, so thank God in the morning for another day of life and thank Him in the evening for getting you through another day". He was always posting inspirational memes, so no one thought anything of it. He hung himself later that day which was this past August. I myself saw a meme once that read "Depression looks like this" and it was a picture of several laughing and smiling faces. Depression is a silent killer, and we all need to be on the lookout for each other. RIP to Ray Combs. I hope he has found his happy place. 🙏❤
Sorry about your nephews... Any death is pretty shocking but suicides are really tough to deal with for sure...
I feel your pain Flo. My sister committed suicide by hanging herself too. Depression is a smiling mask they wear to hide the pain. I wished I could have done more to help her. Prayers for you and your family. I know it is a very difficult thing to deal with because there are so many questions left unanswered. GOD BLESS YOU ALL☮❤
@@tammymeador1651 I'm so sorry Tammy. God bless you and your family.
God love your heart I'm so 😔 sorry
So true! Depression kills and unless you have been there don't talk
I’m 44 so I grew up watching ray combs he seemed like a nice geniuine Funny guy very sad ending just show you never know what’s going on deep within people. Rest in Peace Ray 🙏✝️
55 old BROTHER YOU AREN'T ALONE %%%%%%BLESS YOU
Me too And I remember going through richard dawson and Ray and steve harvey
I always liked watching Ray on Family Feud. He had lightning quick wit and had great comedic timing. Sad ending and gone too soon. Reminds me of a quote from author Brad Meltzer, “Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.” Thanks Scott for putting the work into chronicling these legends and for making the world a better place. ❤
Those are wise words!
You did him justice sharing his story with respect. Peace
What a trip to come across this video as I was just thinking of him the other day. I used to live in Glendale and met Ray at the Barnes and Noble one night with my husband. We randomly started talking in one of the aisles and had a wonderful conversation with him. He happened to live down the street from my mom's house at the time, didn't know until he mentioned it to us, and was so welcoming that he invited us to his place. We stopped over and had a couple of glasses of wine with him, met his wife and some of his kids. I could tell his wife was a little put off by us coming over, I'm thinking that maybe Ray did this a lot which would probably not sit well sometimes, but she was pleasant and we didn't stay very long. My husband met up with him after our encounter, he was a real estate agent at the time and Ray wanted to pick his brain, but then communication suddenly stopped. We didn't think much of it except that he probably just got busy. It wasn't long after the communication stopped that we heard about his suicide which was incredibly sad and a bit hard to deal with considering we met his family and understood their loss. He seemed so pleasant and welcoming, so authentic and genuinely personable. I did think it was kind of odd that he felt that comfortable with us to invite us over, but we were nice people and loved to talk so we just blew it off. I hope and pray he found the peace he was looking for.
Thanks for sharing your story.
Very nice story ❤️
Living in constant pain can be very hard. My neighbour Steve lived for about 15 yrs in constant pain. He tried everything and when nothing helped he died by suicide in June 2021
RIP
I can totally understand that, constant pain can do you in. Very sad all the same. 😞
It doesn't help that the fda has waged a war on pain patients 😢
The grave looks so empty with nobody leaving the family 💐 I would of thought the rest of the family would remember them.Thank you Scott have a blessed weekend. 🙌
The job loss he could have recovered from, but the serious injuries he suffered in the car crash..I can assure you that people who suffer from constant pain, it DOES affect the mind.
I can understand that, it seems endless. That comment makes a lot of sense.
It does affect the mind...and pain meds unfortunately lead to drug addiction...and it's all downhill from there if they don't seek help. It's a vicious cycle but with God's help it can be stopped.
@@maryogar1624 There's numerous natural pain relievers and this so called God aint got a damn thing to do with it.
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I started following your channel weeks ago. I admire the respect and care you give these deceased celebrities. Ray Combs was my generations Family Feud. What a tragic end.
Thank you for posting this memorial for Ray. I loved him. His career really took off in the late 80s. Besides his sitcom warm ups he was in the movie Overboard and even appeared in an episode of Golden Girls. Then bam the next year or so he gets to host a major Game Show. His situation always concerned me. When people attempt suicide and survive there is usually not such another immediate attempt especially in a hospital. It always bothered me. Your video opened those wounds but also gave me closure. Thanks again!
Thank you. I appreciate how respectful you are. No drama, just a true story.
I remember Ray Combs on Family Feud. He was a very good entertainer I thought. It is so sad and tragic what happened to him.
Very well done Scott as always
RIP to Mr. Ray Combs and his family members. He was a great host of the Family Fued. Him and Mr. Richard Dawson both. Remembering seeing him as such a cheerful individual on TV. It's such a shame what had happened to him. Thanks for this tribute to him Scott. He won't be forgotten ✝️
I'm sorry to disagree, but Dawson was a creep! The way he forced himself the female contestants! Sleezy creep!
Ray Combs was my favorite Family Feud host. So sad. May he RIP.
He was fired by Mark Goodson's son, who was struggling to get the plummeting ratings up. Ray left the set after the last filming without a word. From there, he crashed and couldn't recover. Dawson lasted a year.
Rest in peace, Ray.
Dawson was brilliant and he retired so the show ended. Then after a few years it came back with Louie Anderson
Scott is the very best on TH-cam. I’ve watched so many and follow over fifty plus. Scott please keep doing what you do. Your positive attitude covering the good and the very bad is addictive. Even when covering the worst of the worst you somehow spin it in a way to make us all feel just a bit better.
I met ray combs about 1987-88 at riverfest /webn fireworks. In Cincinnati he was a guest on the t.v broadcast..and who else was there?...jerry springer...( but that's another story.) anyway he was the most amazing f unny and kind sweet man we talked for about 5 minutes and got his autograph ( which I wish I still had) we he passed away I was shocked and so saddened. R.i.p ray combs and thank you for spending time with your fans.
You said it right Scott. Beautiful words. So tragic, May Ray rest in peace 💞
Being in the entertainment industry is very difficult to sustain. Sad that all aspects of his life collapsed at once. Rest in Peace.
Can't believe how faded his headstone is. The etching of his face especially. I know it's been years but I've seen headstones a lot older than that which are recognizable. This made me sad. Nobody has visited that grave in years.
It IS in Ohio. Perhaps the majority of his family is deceased, or his children may be still live in Hollywood or California, and not able to visit so readily.
I noticed that too, it looked like he’d been forgotten. It looks like no one visits his grave 😞
@@thetruthisthelight0910 You read my last sentence only. I said that the writing is practically worn off like a headstone from the early 1900's.
@@thetruthisthelight0910 his family is still alive they still live here in Hamilton but I’m not sure about his ex wife and kids
I adored him so much and I was crushed when this happened! My husbands cousin worked an entire shift at work! Great job, new home paid for, new cars paid for, good marriage and he went to a park and blew his brains out in his work truck! No note nothing! It’s inexplicable!
That's sad😢
Thank you for doing this video. I grew up watching Family Feud when Ray Combs hosted the show. I remember the show going off in the mid-90s but I never knew what happened behind the scenes. A decade later (as a young adult) I was curious about what Ray was up to, only to be crushed when I learned that he was already no longer here. I hate that Ray's life spiraled downhill so fast. May he continue to rest.
I liked Ray when he was on Family feud. When he passed it was so sad. The manner in which he died. So young. I hope he's at peace now. 😔
Lost 2 uncle's and 3 friends to suicide. Thank you for handling this with such kindness Scott.
Such a sad story.
He was a great host on
“Family Feud”.
Hope his family is doing well.
Please remember no matter
how bad things seem to be,
ending your life isn’t the answer.
People love you even if you don’t realize it in your good and bad times.
Don’t let a temporary problem become a lifetime heartache for the loved ones that you have.
OMG I'm so sorry 😔
Ray always seemed so happy and energetic. I remember being shocked when I heard the news. I didn't remember he was only 40. So sad. I've dealt with the suicide of lived ones twice. I can only say it sucks, you never know what is going on in others heads...😢 Thanks Scott, RIP Ray 🌹❤️💔
"Loved ones" 🙏
He was 40!? WOW, did not remember that. I can't believe I'm older than he was when he died. He was the only host of Family Fued I ever regularly watched growing up. I couldn't believe this when it happened.
2 years ago my wife of 16 years I discovered after looking at her phone cheated on me shortly thereafter I attended suicide because of the mental anguish. Thankfully I was not successful because at that moment that was the one and only choice I thought I had but now two years later I have gone on with my life improved myself and determine that it was not my fault for what she had done. But once again it was a decision that was made in that particular specific moment of my life.
Thank you for sharing that Dan. Glad you are still here man
Glad you came through, there’s always light at the end of the tunnel.
Well said Scott. People who commit suicide must be in a tremendous amount of pain and mental anguish and I really feel sorry for them that they felt that was the only way out. I know for sure Ray is in a much better place now. RIP Ray.
Committed suicide ? He took his own life.
Life and death is a human concept the truth is both do not exist.
@@bettyglover7552 you are wrong and endanger your own soul writing such crap. Matt 7:23
@@bettyglover7552 Holy Spirit is GAY loves gay love ...nothing wrong with that not judging.
@@bettyglover7552 so do you somehow know that ray denied jesus christ is that why you question if he's in heaven or hell.
Your compassion is appreciated and it matters. My niece completed suicide in 2021 so our family is very familiar with mental health issues. ❤
He had a comedy club/night club in Cincinnati it was always packed. may he rest in Paradise 🙏🏾🕊❤
Thank you for telling his story , I had no idea . It’s so very tragic .❤️❤️
Your respect, and the way you honor your subjects is very gratifying. You're a class act. Thank you.
I am so saddened that Ray Combs is not with us. He follows the model of the most gifted are the most troubled. No one really able to help it would seem. It just is so sad how so many are crying out for help and no one will listen till it's too late. Thanks for this video Scott.
He was a great host of Family Feud. So sad.
A great story Scott....I love him on family Feud I thought he was a great host also he was a funny man it was so sad when I had heard about his passing I hope and pray he is finally resting in peace prayers to his family and his six children
You are such a great storyteller. Thanks for another great one Scott.
People do things like this when they are overwhelmed and feel totally hopeless! It helps to have a handful of good friends but some people don't even have one good friend
I had absolutely no idea that Ray had killed himself, it's so sad ! His Career was over and so was His marriage, it's just so heartbreaking.
Such a sad story. As always Scott, you are so respectful and non-judgmental. RIP Ray Combs 🙏🏼 😢
⏩ *These videos are great, Scott.* I watched your "Chris Penn" video and now this one. With so much judgement in the world right now, I appreciate how you cover these stories with compassion.
I plan to watch more and am subscribing. Thanks!
Thank you so much
I knew Ray Combs, saw him at the Amen show every week. Used to talk with him because I am friends with Clifton Davis who was the star of Amen. So sad!
Scott when you do stories like this you are absolutely the best….Thank you for sharing this with us….
Thank you for making this tribute. I remember hearing about this and seeing him on FF and also a episode of The Golden Girls. It is very sad to know he was hurting and struggling with his hurt. You made a video with such respect and dignity ❤ For anyone hurting there is help and you are loved. We need you HERE . 💕❤
You're so respectful and kind. The world needs more compassionate ppl like you. Love your channel.
Scott, not many people would cover a story of suicide. Yet I know as in all your videos you handle them with a special sensitivity. I didn't know he had pass at all. You know I have a special female friend, we dated for some years but I ended it because she was an alcoholic that wasn't getting any better . We stayed in touch occasionally. Her sister had just passed from years of drug abuse. She called me a few weeks later and told me that she felt she shouldn't no longer be here. What?!!! I told her I was on my way . She told me , she wouldn't let me in. Anyway I contacted her family who had a key. This was six months ago. She's in rehab currently with professional counseling. Great job on your story as always.
This is my first time watching your channel. I saw one of Ray's stand-up routines in person, and thought he was very gifted.
I just wanted to thank you for how warm and caring you were in this video. If I could, I'd visit his grave myself to pay respects. The way you brushed off his headstone and left a stone from your visit was very thoughtful and genuine. Thank you for covering the end of his story.
It is a true shame that he felt in that moment that he had no other way out. I remember enjoying Family Feud when he hosted and appreciating his comedy. It’s sad when those who make others laugh can’t even make themselves smile. RIP 🙏🏻
Scott you are so much appreciated for doing these videos for if it wasn't for you, some of these entertainers would be forgotten. Thank you for taking time out of your day to honor these entertainers stay safe stay blessed and peace ✌️❤️
Ray was a Great host on the Family Feud. I grew up on Richard Dawson and Ray. Such a Shame about him, I remember when I heard on the news about him hanging himself. I was still in high school at the time. Sooo sad, RIP Ray Combs. Thank you Scott for the video.
One of my best friends did this 4 months ago. I still don't get it. No words other than thank you for being so respectful, as always
So sorry.
If only they’d talk, so sad. Its often harder on the ones left behind. Many are left wondering, WHY.
Thank you for advocating for people getting mental health treatment Scott!!! Depression is tragic and devastating!!😢🌹🙏🏽RIP mr Combs.
So sad and tragic. A lot went into & led up to his death. First he gets cut from Family Fued, then he gets divorced from his wife, then his career goes the wrong way, then he gets in a car accident. That's enough right there to put anyone into an unstable mental state. It's unfortunate he didn't get the help he needed sooner. It was too late. Sad ending to such a beloved guy. RIP Ray Combs 🙏🕊️
Back pain is no joke He crushed disks in his back. Had to be in agony.
I just read on Wikipedia that the week before he committed suicide, Mr. Ray had been in the hospital because of an attempt. Maybe it wasn't being done in 1996, but I wonder why if he had been taken back to a hospital, why was he not being monitored so as to prevent him from trying it again?
RIP. Sad story. Really love your editing Scott. The music you put matches the mood so much.
Scott you handled this video so delicately. This was beautifully done. Ray Combs was a great family fund host. My heart goes out to the people who choose suicide and their families. The pain can be unbearable that people go through.
Not everyone "chooses" it though. Often it is psychosis; they have zero control over this and it can take approx 62 hours for meds to stabilize.
Thank you Scott for Dedicating this one to RAY COOMBS , I REMEMBER HIM , PPL WHO ARE SUFFERING FROM DEPRESSION THEY SHOULD REACH OUT TO ANYONE , SOMEONE , BUT WE HAVE TO LOOK AT IT THROUGH THEIR EYES 👀 NO WAY OUT BUT TO END LIFE , ITS SO SAD , SO TERRIBLE THAT HE CHOSE THIS OPTION , RIP RAY , 😢🙏💔
Wow! I'm so happy you did Ray Combs. Yesterday, I was thinking to ask you, if you can do his death. I really like him. I went to The Family Feud Show, when a family I know participated in the game. I enjoyed Ray Combs. He was funny and a hard worker, when he practiced the show. His family had him on a suicide watch, but sadly this time he succeeded in his demise. I was so sadden to hear he committed suicide. Yes, he was going through so many negative hardship. I feel so sorry for him. He just couldn't take it anymore. Rest In Peace Ray Combs. I miss you dearly. Thanks, Scott for sharing Ray Combs video.
I remember seeing Combs at Nordstrom store at the Glendale Galleria (shopping mall) on 3 different occasions. Funny thing is I've only been to that mall 3 times in my life. I remember telling friends I saw the guy from Family Feud at Nordstrom again. Each time he had his head down, walking quickly and seemed preoccupied.
Thanks for doing this. I learned stuff I don’t know about him. I’m glad you gave him recognition he deserved
You'r very compassionate I can feel your energy Scott. Well made video with a big heart and sentiment. Thank you.
Sadly it looks like the Comb's grave sites have been forgotten especially in view of the overgrown grass and no flowers with the statement on Ray Comb's tombstone "Always Loved Never Forgotten".
It’s so sad that things can get so hopeless and so desperate for some people that they think taking their life is the only solution 😔 it’s a permanent solution to a temporary problem and I know that’s so difficult to see for some people when they’ve gotten to the point where they don’t see any way forward 😣 I’ve been in that situation myself but luckily someone saved me and I’m so grateful they did 💚 god bless you Ray Combs, hope you found the peace that you deserve 💙 thanks so much Scott for another tasteful and respectful video/ tribute to a guy that really does deserve recognition ❤️ much love to you 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻
I remember this. Such a sad story 😔 I try really hard to make heads or tails of this situation and he just wanted to take care of his family the best way he could. May he RIP 😞 Thanks for telling his story in such a kind way.
It just shocked me that Ray Combs died. I didn't even know he took his own life until about 2006 or so. I get the feeling that he absolutely genuinely loved hosting Family Feud more than Steve Harvey and Richard Dawson. I just believe it broke his heart when producers told him they were going back to Dawson. You can tell in his final game he was not taking it well. His life just spiraled out of control after that.
That was sad that the ratings went down. I read Goodson did feel bad when he heard Ray killed himself.
@@cocoaorange1 Too many just didn't watch. Then Dawson was back for a year and then retired.
Man, I agree with the other people here that you really treat the celebrity deaths with such dignity and compassion then you don’t sensationalize them for clicks. You just give an honest, respectful summary. I know from some of your other videos that you are a wrestling fan, like me, and I remember Ray, not only from the Family Feud, but also from his guest hosting spot at Weestlemania VIII. He seem like a very likable person with really great comedic timing and instincts. It’s such a shame that, ostensibly, he viewed his life as a failure or so low to the point where he couldn’t recover. To a certain degree it’s understandable because it’s easy to get unbelievably overwhelmed in moments of darkness; I’m sure we’ve all been there. But it’s hard to look at this man as anything other than a success from where I’m sitting.
RIP Ray Combs. Thanks Scott!! I didn't know that this happened. So very sad 😔 You are very compassionate and kind Scott.
How does one rest in peace by committing suicide?? The bible is against it
I never knewceither. Sad situation.
Being from England I've never heard of Ray Combs but feel really sad to see how he left this world, I hope whereever he is he found peace.
Like wise coming from Australia 🇦🇺 So sad nobody could help him come through the dark hours.
In saying that, if they don’t express their feelings, how can you know.
Thank you so much for showing us things we wouldn't get to see without you. This is heartbreaking, and In the end, he is in a small plot at home by his family. No Monument's, Stars on Hollywood, just a good , funny man, who couldn't handle the physical pain, and then emotional pain. His wife, job, business was all to much to bare. And none of those were things that were going to change. He saw no light at the end of the tunnel. He is free now with Jesus.
Such a sad story. Great host and comic. Amazing and beautiful video!✌️
Perfect timing my friend. Happy New Year. Stay safe.
And yet another very respectful video. Thank you Scott. Well done my friend.
I love how respectful you are, Scott. Thank you for your video and taking the time to do right by Ray and his family. It saddened me to think about him laying there in the ground, a man who felt the only was out was suicide. It hurts me to think of his parents, living many years without him, and his children being left fatherless. 💔
I’ve been so occupied in my life that i didn’t even know that he had passed away. 😢, I remember I used to love watching family feud it was one of my favorites.RIP Ray Combs 🌹
Scott - thank you so much for posting this. So sad 😭 & scary the similarities between him & tWitch. Both with depression & passing away at 40. May they both RIP 🪦. Keep up the good work.
A sad story. I used to watch him on the feud from 3-4 on the old WWOR Channel 9 in New Jersey. One of your best this year.
So heartbreaking 😢 I remember hearing that he had committed suicide but I had no idea that he was going through so much pain. This video was so well done. I really appreciate how beautifully you told his story ❤
I have known many friends and family that have taken their own life for one reason or another. Some extremely shocking and others not but either way it always leaves behind a heartache that is undeniable one of the worst. The feeling of guilt and not being good enough to stay around for. A heavy burden to leave loved ones with. I do know this for a solid fact it is very hard on your soul. We don't just disappear from existence we do go on and when you damage your soul like that it carries on with that same hurt you took your life for. It is only in time which not known to us it takes to be able to move on. Please if you feel this in any type of way seek help. Today's problems can be fixed if you only give it a tomorrow. In case you haven't heard this today YOU ARE LOVED AND YOU ARE WORTH IT❤️
I loved Ray as the host on Family Feud. He was adorable.
So sad. His struggle was to much for him. Rest in peace Ray.
Such an adorable house! 😍
Praying you are in Peace! 🙏
2023 is shaping up to be a good one Scott! Roll on the content.
Big stuff coming !
@@SCOTTONTAPE David Letterman's house?
Very sad.. Another case where Hollywood eats you up and spits you out. Such compassion you show, Scott. I love this about you and your vids. They are beautifully and respectfully done.
His death I can't wrap my mind around it, just like other shocking celebrities deaths
If you take a look at Ray's final episode of Family fued, which is on YT. You can see him angrily storm off stage at the end. Its just sad cause he wanted more outa life.
Plus the second contestant in fast money got a total of zero points.
Ray was a member of the LDS/Mormon Church. We found out about his death when we were in Hamilton, Ohio, just north of Cincinnati. Everyone was so deeply saddened.
Thanks for the video and remembering this young man!
Never let a fluffy personality and super smiley face fool you sometimes those are the most hurt or mentally distressed people. As someone who suffers chronic depression and severe anxiety I always do my best to keep people in my life laughing or smiling but on the inside I'm the complete opposite 🤷
Thank you for commenting and please stay safe and stay strong
Probably a combination of mental, physical, and economic strain... Have to look for solutions to the problems before just giving up... There are no do overs... Sad case... Rip Ray and thanks for telling his story Scott 🖤🖤🖤