Dad and son survive in shark-infested waters for over six hours

Dad and son survive in shark-infested waters for over six hours | 7NEWS Spotlight

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After their fishing boat capsized at night in shark-infested waters off Queensland's Sunshine Coast, seven-year-old Julian Hohnen and his father survived seven hours adrift in the ocean, bravely clinging to a plastic bucket. Clinically dead for four minutes before being revived, Julian tells his incredible story for the first time to Matt Doran. This story originally aired on July 28, 2019.
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@amyjkr 5 жыл бұрын

Every child should have a dad like that.

@maggied8468 5 жыл бұрын

Yeh my Dad was never interested in us and he recently died aged 78. I felt sorry for him loosing his life but as a father figure it didn't have much impact. The Dad here is amazing.

@poopsydo8052 5 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I wish my kids had this kind of dad in their life

@logicandreason8090 5 жыл бұрын

A dad who’s dumb enough to put his kids in high risk situations? No life jackets for an overnight stay in a tinny, what an absolute MORON. What could possibly go wrong 🤔

@thhdhn2 5 жыл бұрын

I wish i have boat and take my little son to fishing. Do you have children?

@maggied8468 5 жыл бұрын

@lana lake Awwww thank you that's really kind of you. I have my own children now and they're grown up but they'll always be my world. I'd hoped my father would of tried to be a good grandfather as if he'd been given a second chance but he was just as bad at that. I look back now with irony and exasperation. I did learn a lot about myself throughout this process so I think something good did come from the life lesson. You've always got to keep your chin up and don't let others grind you down. 😁💜

@aquariusmarika 5 жыл бұрын

when the dad describes the love he has for his son.......

@aquariusmarika 5 жыл бұрын

@@siantelove it was an extreme situation....I think if your child is dying in your arms, you feel the life leaving his body, you are tired, losing all hope, you would not probably want to let go and just want to stay with your child.... I guess it would be different under different circumstances but I felt in this situation I understood this man and could identify with what he was saying.... Do you have a child?

@DtotheG92 5 жыл бұрын

@@aquariusmarika totally agree with you. I don't have a child but if I did and they died In my arms lost at sea like that, I can see myself going with the child. Looks like he's an only child too? I imagine that would make you more likely to make the choice to hang onto your only child and die with them. If you had 2/3/4+ kids would the will to survive for they're sake change anything?

@DtotheG92 5 жыл бұрын

@@siantelove how is it an unhealthy description of love?

@cynergy7985 5 жыл бұрын

@@siantelove what are you talking about? How is it unhealthy? When you have children they are your everything & being put in that kind of desperate situation must be horrible! If you don't have that kind of love for your child then your kind of love is what's unhealthy!!🙄

@maggied8468 5 жыл бұрын

@@aquariusmarika I understood. My children are my life and they're adults now. Holding your small child under such circumstances must be horrifically devistating. The Dad would loose the will to live.

@picachicaasmr260 4 жыл бұрын

The personality on that kid is amazing...His whole vibe/aura is of someone much much older.

@sarahschannel1980 3 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree with you on your opinion of this little guy being much older than his age. I felt that right away. He's an amazing boy I bet he'll grow up& do something utterly amazing. He survived 4 a reason & he definitely has a huge purpose, it would be really awesome if in 20 years we could get an update on his life. I know, wishful thinking, but its kids like this that truly are amazing & its always truly amazing 2 see what they pursue in life.. Good luck 2 this family &2the awesome friend who clearly helped2save both father&son by taking the brunt of the waves so they didn't have the constant crashing of the waves in their faces which would have severely jeopardized the survival of both father&son. So kudos 2 the friend as well... He's a hero 4 sure..‼️ 🤗🥰🙏‼️👍‼️

@xsargantxshaftx7997 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely an old soul that little julian

@pohliantay2850 3 жыл бұрын

Sarah Razee I agree with you about the little boy....like an old soul trapped in that young body. Cute little fellow 😘 . God bless him, his family and the best friend 🙏🙏🙏

@justiceLaw0123 4 жыл бұрын

“ He’s the reason why I live, the reason why I breathe.” I know dad, my kids are my life. ❤️

@zavalababies016 3 жыл бұрын

My 2 beautiful kids are my world my son was the only child my husband n I gave him lots of love from us I just wanted one child cuz my son has ADHD he needed lots help so my son is pride joy my king my rock n if something would of happened to him I'll go with him too then 10 years later my daughter who is 4 years old she has Autism n that's why I am still living cuz of them. Their my battery/my 2 heart to live/my eyes to them grow up but the most important is they are world without them I don't wat can happen if I don't have them

@hannakurowska2616 4 жыл бұрын

When he said" if he goes, I go" , only a parent could truly undersrand how this feels...

@ma.jeanrobin5392 4 жыл бұрын

I am not yet a parent but I felt him. I cried. 😅

@jonathanhamby6528 4 жыл бұрын

That's not true, I don't have kids, but hearing that I was immediately overcame with emotion. I have a brother that's ten years younger than me who looked a little like Julian when he was that age, & he loved to fish. When I was in highschool he was 5 to 7 years old I would pick him up after school & we would fish a few times a week. So when I heard that I teared up just thinking about how much I love my baby brother more than anything in the world, I can relate to the love he has for that child completely!

@son333ful 4 жыл бұрын

I cried.

@10ksubsswithnovids 4 жыл бұрын

You just copiedThe comment above yours

@randitucker8641 4 жыл бұрын

My sister just had a daughter and since I cant have kids I love her with all my hear shes my world even though shes not my child if anyone bullies her they will deal with me before her parents and when she cries I cry I love her so much

@Rain-nl8gu 5 жыл бұрын

there aren’t enough comments about this sweet friend. He took the brunt of the massive waves ,, he brought his phone, he was going to tie his jumper around the friends so they wouldn’t be gone forever, he was gonna tie the buckets to them🥺 this man is the sweetest

@aliboachumi5275 5 жыл бұрын

Yes i was ganna say that. Very true friend.

@usernotfound4128 4 жыл бұрын

I 100% agree❤️🙏

@noahmeiners799 4 жыл бұрын

Amen 🙏

@amyfmc1 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. They're all amazing. But this friend, Steven. What a hero!

@cc92873 4 жыл бұрын

Rae V.M I agree! What a hero!

@juliaperez2082 4 жыл бұрын

"if he goes, I go" -parenthood

@nancyjames7126 4 жыл бұрын

That was my same thought, I would do the same for my children. That is why I will never understands why some parents take their kids lives, how!

@peekaboo_9698 3 жыл бұрын

I hate when the comment section is copied in different words over and over. A person doesnt need to have kids to understand what the father was going through smh

@JahlenJohnson11 3 жыл бұрын

@@peekaboo_9698 yes, yes they do. You can not comprehend it even if you think you can until you have a child. You just can’t.

@kirstinetermansen2213 3 жыл бұрын

Don't we feel, if someone hurt our children, or our country

@preetdeol102 4 жыл бұрын

“What do you say when someone asks you what happened at school?” “I tell them to look at the news” 😂😂😂 bruh

@KitKat-nf7jy 4 жыл бұрын

Preet Deol Had me cracking up

@suni_jueri3640 4 жыл бұрын

Whole mood 😂✌

@alyssakaye9329 4 жыл бұрын

This kid is a freaking legend 😂

@janicefewell2337 3 жыл бұрын

WOW,OMG!!!!!! This was so scary for them I'm sure!!!!! I'm so glad they where able to stay a float on buckets, ALIVE until HELP ARRIVED!!! These are EXTREMELY EXTRAORDINARY men and a AMAZINGLY EXTRAORDINARY little Julian!!!! Thank GOD they where rescued!!!!! They came out ALRIGHT ALIVE!!!!!

@emmiellamas-cruz3842 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@jayneforster5677 4 жыл бұрын

This father is the definition of pure love for his child ! And his friend is the definition of a true friend ! An amazing story!

@annettejones1300 3 жыл бұрын

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@angiesuarez1753 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely...

@dianaconcepcion9220 3 жыл бұрын

What an incredible love...🙏🙏❤

@nancyileo8737 3 жыл бұрын

DID HE DIE

@Wistful77 3 жыл бұрын

yes when said he let the waves hit him, that was the moment I realized what a good friend he is! saved that boy's life for sure! kept him from swallowing more water...

@yointhebedroom83 5 жыл бұрын

Big props to the big guy that purposely took the brunt of the big waves in order to give father and son a fighting chance of surviving. You’re also a hero mate, true blue! 🇦🇺

@Lisa54321 4 жыл бұрын

I agree 💯%, definetly a hero!

@jessgrn 4 жыл бұрын

He is a hero♡

@navymaanjaniwal 4 жыл бұрын

I was exact at that moment when he told this being a wall and at that moment i read ur comment!!

@bel0v3d_exe 4 жыл бұрын

☆☆☆☆☆☆☆♡♡♡♡♡♡♡ O-O

@ellierose6 4 жыл бұрын

Lost at sea story after story those with some blubber survive longer.

@weiwei2430 4 жыл бұрын

dad's love is amazing but we don't talk enough about his FRIEND's love and courage 😭

@lynnetrathen4587 3 жыл бұрын

Wei Wei their friend was amazing 😁

@kikoarmani 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss

@vanguardsupreme2.017 3 жыл бұрын

Indeed 👍

@HumanLinkCenter 4 жыл бұрын

"the reason why I live, the reason why I breath...the reason I do anything in life..." my respect to that father

@babylion3263 5 жыл бұрын

“If he goes, I go.” It brings so much tears to my eyes. There’s so much love for his son.

@Blessing_tv 4 жыл бұрын

ETHAN TAN exactly

@Sebbo23 4 жыл бұрын

I know them

@mariamatsumura5934 4 жыл бұрын

I had tears. What a dad And amazing son And a brave friend

@ethh6993 4 жыл бұрын

Good show all round

@justinmopavich3685 4 жыл бұрын

Amen everyone talks about a mother's love but my a father love for his son is unbreakable. I would do anything for my sons anything 🙏🤲

@ednas207 5 жыл бұрын

I sobbed when he said he’s going with him. I have a 13 yr old son and I would do the same. I can’t go on my life without him.

@bridgettetucker229 5 жыл бұрын

♥️♥️♥️

@DavidGilesColorado 5 жыл бұрын

you might want other reasons to live kids grow up and leave

@chantell209 5 жыл бұрын

@@DavidGilesColorado you must not have kids because kids growing up and moving out is not even comparable to losing them.

@DavidGilesColorado 5 жыл бұрын

Chantell j you are correct

@DavidGilesColorado 5 жыл бұрын

Chantell j I have 2 fully grown and productive kids. Daughter 32 Son 35. I have zero reference with respect losing a kid I cannot imagine

@dayanabiggs1406 4 жыл бұрын

THE FRIEND IS A HERO !! He did so many things for the child and his friend ! Not even thinking about himself 🤍🤍 HEs a HERO !! God bless him 🤍🙏

@flowerpower8722 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Much is made of the child and dad, rightly, but how blessed to have one friend like that in a lifetime.

@stephenjeacocke1530 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@loriwilliams5724 3 жыл бұрын

That boy is so well spoken. He’s really good at expressing himself and his feelings. He has a great future ahead of him.

@bro6568 Жыл бұрын

He is a hilarious little dude and has quite a personality for his age dont he.

@myazstar 5 жыл бұрын

What a friend, what a dad, what a boy, thank God for saving them.

@underthestarsoverthemoon4259 5 жыл бұрын

So if they weren’t saved then there is no God? Leave your “God” out of shit. He doesn’t save anyone. He’s a fake. NOT REAL.

@mattb7216 5 жыл бұрын

God is fake bro

@deathnote9699 4 жыл бұрын

It’s a lesson for them. But God let the bucket’s float to save them. Thank God for aaving them

@brandilynne1560 4 жыл бұрын

@@deathnote9699 God didn't do anything, buckets float in water

@deathnote9699 4 жыл бұрын

Bitter! Burn in hell for those who don’t believe in God.

@akihaamber728 4 жыл бұрын

In a way, both dad and son saved each other and the sweet friend as their guardian angel

@xiozone1353 3 жыл бұрын

This world needs more DADS like Julian's dad.

@sistercopilymara9264 3 жыл бұрын

He wasn’t scare because he knew daddy was there holding him tight.Does how we feel when our heavenly Father holds us tight. We don’t fear, cuz daddy is there.

@petastafford908 3 жыл бұрын

And the world also needs a true friend like the mate....

@sirnicholibraden86 2 жыл бұрын

And more MOTHERS who would do the same :D

@katec2922 3 жыл бұрын

That kid is gorgeous. What a little character! I can only imagine how his dad felt holding him up as he deteriorated over those horrible hours. I’m so glad they were all ok in the end by some absolute miracle.

@ORSkie 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely the grace of God. 💝

@farrahyoung1638 4 жыл бұрын

“A shark won’t eat you...” he’s so cute, glad they’re all okay.

@jcel_3096 4 жыл бұрын

Julian was a living angel, his dad is a hero, their friend is a hero, those rescuers were heroes. THEY'RE ALL HEROES. BLESS ALL OF THEM.💜

@hobbiesandpassions9137 4 жыл бұрын

I am a hero too :D :D :D

@passionatedreamer7311 4 жыл бұрын

He is a living miracle

@jcel_3096 3 жыл бұрын

@@zunghsi armys are everywhere 💜

@LexieBears 3 жыл бұрын

Hey I'm from the future. I'm here to let you know our babies won 8 awards last night

@CatLover.Snowflake 3 жыл бұрын

@@LexieBears ah yes. I’ll wait 8 years to see that then.

@saintsam7397 4 жыл бұрын

When this kid grows up and hears his dad say the things he said. Maannn, thats going to be tough.

@evacado4790 4 жыл бұрын

Sameen Choudhry the kid died...

@saintsam7397 4 жыл бұрын

What?? When how why???

@taybri458 4 жыл бұрын

iixEvacadosxii he’s still alive ...

@ladyfame1430 4 жыл бұрын

Same thing I was thinking! And the son is going to grow up to be a EXCELLENT FATHER! Due to his father. I'm so happy for him!!!! 💖🙌💜

@emilywiebel3238 4 жыл бұрын

Evacado uhh did you not see the kid talking throughout the interview...:

@kjaniaalocsqueen6225 4 жыл бұрын

His friend brought so many tears to my eyes!😭 bro you are so genuine! Not many of us can fine a true friend like you!😕

@stephenjeacocke1530 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@JahlenJohnson11 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenjeacocke1530 you are awesome (: everyone needs a friend like you!

@CorenaGaroutte 5 жыл бұрын

That little boys personality has a personality lol

@leahchallomachibya1791 5 жыл бұрын

Corena Garoutte yeeeeeeeeeah

@linwoodholloway7227 4 жыл бұрын

Lol! Sure does!💕

@loki5404 4 жыл бұрын

666 likes I'm removing this curse BEGONE CURSE

@Seekpeace66 3 жыл бұрын

Right!😂😂😂

@Toturntmartina 4 жыл бұрын

“A shark won’t eat you, EVERYBODY SAYS THIS it’s not even true😒” he is so cute 😂

@StarAnnasDream 4 жыл бұрын

e.m.e13G 11111 Would you like to get into a school of sharks and see?

@Toturntmartina 4 жыл бұрын

Star Anna yes plz

@Chewbecca101 4 жыл бұрын

@@StarAnnasDream e.m.e was quoting Julian. But anyway, I have swam with sharks many times and nothing happens. Getting attacked by a shark is less likely than getting struck by lightning. They are ambush predators, so the only shark to worry about is the one you don't see.

@katybug6572 4 жыл бұрын

Chewbecca101 facts

@squirleyspitmonkey3926 4 жыл бұрын

And at 12:41 is the most annoyed "yessss" I've ever heard in my life

@angiemor.9964 4 жыл бұрын

He wasn’t scare because he knew daddy was there holding him tight.Does how we feel when our heavenly Father holds us tight. We don’t fear, cuz daddy is there.

@Checkurgirlshedownbad 4 жыл бұрын

lol

@hotchocolate8894 4 жыл бұрын

@@Checkurgirlshedownbad what's so funny?.

@Checkurgirlshedownbad 4 жыл бұрын

Hot chocolate nothing about the video is funny if that’s what u think I’m laughing at 😐

@figklein-luce2569 4 жыл бұрын

Did you just refer to the heavenly father as 'daddy'?

@snow4e23 4 жыл бұрын

Yesssssssssssss 🙌

@patriciakelly69 3 жыл бұрын

Stephen also did a wonderful job. He also kept his head tried to take the big waves. He also made contact for help, without that phone call things could have been so different. Dad did an amazing job of holding onto his son. Well done. Xx

@stephenjeacocke1530 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks means so much to hear it from other people at the time it was nothing now later I really see what others think 🥰

@regular204 3 ай бұрын

@@stephenjeacocke1530 I know this comment is coming in a few years after you wrote this, but on the off chance you see it…I was so impressed with you throughout this story. The way you kept calm and stayed focused on what you could do to help this father in such a terrifying situation is absolutely remarkable! You seem like a very genuine and good-hearted person. Wishing you all the best in life!

@Fatkidlovecake 5 жыл бұрын

Love the way you interviewed the little bugger. Your human side shows and it's wonderful to see

@godisgood2349 5 жыл бұрын

That’s EXACTLY what I was going to type but you took the words right out of my thumbs 😊

@Sebbo23 4 жыл бұрын

I know them

@nicolemiller7969 5 жыл бұрын

Why am i crying when the dad said if his son go he's gonna go with him

@alma2502 5 жыл бұрын

Because we witnessed unconditional love and we can relate to it somehow like we probably do the same if it was us in the ocean with our child.

@nicolemiller7969 5 жыл бұрын

@@alma2502 ur rite cuz if it was my child i would've reacted the same way

@spiceyboogerspiceybooger6437 5 жыл бұрын

I felt that 100%...I said the same thing to my brother about my mother after her accident.

@issacgalvan320 5 жыл бұрын

So did I

@nicolagordon6490 5 жыл бұрын

Crying. I'm crying. Thanks to you Beautiful GOD

@brodycruz5648 3 жыл бұрын

When he spoke about not being able to live without his son I started crying. Every parents nightmare is to ever imagine not having their child

@lunarsystem9662 3 жыл бұрын

"If he stops breathing, I'll just let the bucket go" You can see in his eyes hes absolutely serious.

@goudkuipjee 4 жыл бұрын

The interviewer was so sweet with the little boy 😭😭❤️❤️

@missmary8878 4 жыл бұрын

Yes the interviewer was fantastic with the little boy and more concerned about his happiness than the interview. That is why it turned out to be a brilliant interview and so naturally and authentic, well done to him! and you for noticing this good luck from Ireland.

@winifredotu171 4 жыл бұрын

He was indeed sweet.

@yukiefromoz2573 5 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness they were all fine in the end. No more sleeping overnight on boats eh. I like this reporter/interviewer, he interacts well with children.

@girumzemichael704 5 жыл бұрын

Yukie From Oz He interacts well with difficult adults too! I have seen a video of him interviewing Mary Kay Laternaeu if I’m not mistaken; such a gracious and unpretentious human being!

@Sebbo23 4 жыл бұрын

I know them and the first thing the boy said when he woke up was when are we going fishing again

@peppaspappa1394 4 жыл бұрын

Al Wa I mean you don’t wanna go on a boat thinking you may drown anyway

@rebeccab7306 3 жыл бұрын

That little boy has his father, and his "other" guardian Stephen (bless you Stephen) to count on. All the praises they made it. But seriously, without Stephen, I don't think we would be watching this.

@stephenjeacocke1530 3 жыл бұрын

Emma B thank you as neither them 2 were good swimmers at all. I gave up the first bucket I found to them k owing I could just float then other bucket popped up right in front of me again was so unbelievable to see it coming up with head torch I had on big white glow slowly riseing from the depths below

@jeanier7185 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenjeacocke1530 AMAZING. Thank you for keeping your head and thinking of trying the cell phone!! I would have just written it off as not working but you didn't. You're as much of a hero as the rescuers! Well done sir!

@tiffanyyoung9671 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenjeacocke1530 you are amazing really amazing.

@stephenjeacocke1530 3 жыл бұрын

@@tiffanyyoung9671 thanks for the kind words really appreciate it 😍

@lightslights8536 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenjeacocke1530 my respect for you went higher! thank u

@-jadi- 3 жыл бұрын

'If he goes down, I go down with him' - That comment broke me.

@Jeffwaifei 5 жыл бұрын

This little boy is different. He will be a blessing for many people.

@BS-dq1kz 4 жыл бұрын

BOT Terminator I agree. He has a great big personality doesn't he?!

@3as1 5 жыл бұрын

Wrong question :"how do you get so brave when you are so young?" the truth is, as we age we lose our courage.

@HandbagDiva 4 жыл бұрын

3 as1 yes for sure in my case

@tinac.o1178 4 жыл бұрын

3 as1: one of the most beautiful quotations in the world! Thank the Almighty God for your knowledge. Remain bless forever🙏😁👏💕✌

@micheledavidswife4336 4 жыл бұрын

Facts

@claudesantolini6335 4 жыл бұрын

When we are young we don't know fear.

@fridayabigail6011 4 жыл бұрын

My Heart melt when the father said, when he goes i go with him am not letting go of him, he his the reason i woke up every morning to work, God bless this man he his indeed a great father.

@loriwilliams5724 3 жыл бұрын

My lord, he has such an infectious smile and disposition. You can tell he’s being loved and taken care of well.

@moses575 4 жыл бұрын

"If He goes, I go" He loves his son so much that he would follow him to death😪😢😭

@TxDuallyNation 4 жыл бұрын

Duuuh

@itsci 3 жыл бұрын

This made me cry!

@nimpanardo9909 5 жыл бұрын

The love of a father is unconditional ❤️

@stevengonzalez27 4 жыл бұрын

Nimpa Nardo The love of such a truly caring father. Yes indeed. Oh that all children would have such beautiful loving adults in their life.

@Dorvita 4 жыл бұрын

as any parents should be x

@itsjustmeflo8684 4 жыл бұрын

Bruh where can I find a friend like him. Melts my heart!

@stephenjeacocke1530 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@clairejohnston2122 3 жыл бұрын

Which one of them? Is it greedy I want all 3 as friends lol! What a great story! The kid is going to be some man one day, great parents, and the friend superb, all of them!

@sushiojo3888 4 жыл бұрын

I fear the ocean, I can't go in the water without someone going with me, a lot of things come into mind when I'm in the water. Is so scary and this made it worse.

@maddimead8851 4 жыл бұрын

_Jojo Mar_ I’m terrified of water😂 I’m always thinking about dying when I’m in da bath😂😂😂

@sushiojo3888 4 жыл бұрын

@@maddimead8851 wtf, lmaooo

@maddimead8851 4 жыл бұрын

_Jojo Mar_ I swear I’m not lying 😂😭 it only happens sometimes doe

@rollypolypress 4 жыл бұрын

Jaws wrecked it for me. Never go into the water

@sadiechittum2342 4 жыл бұрын

My family is always like "Let's go to Tennessee and go in the lake" while they clearly forget that I am terrified of deep water if its clear water I'm fine to go in it if its murky water...no just no

@aliboachumi5275 5 жыл бұрын

Dad's expression, son's smile and the lines "if he stops breathing I would let go of the bucket" I swear i cried. God saves. Thank god.

@ioannisalex5089 5 жыл бұрын

What a cute little bugger !! Amazing face and more amazing smile!! His dad is right! One of these smiles can make you forget all your worries!! This child is really BLESSED !!

@homerjimenez9162 4 жыл бұрын

As a father I cant imagine how he felt the whole entire time. I would've done exactly the same thing if I was in his situation. I always say my kids are my strength but the same time they are my weakness.

@mariacheriemillan5862 3 жыл бұрын

I pray to find someone like this man to be my child father, he'll be determined to save our children no matter what.

@TeenaDavis101 5 жыл бұрын

That little boy is an old soul 😭

@Dorvita 4 жыл бұрын

exactly what I said x

@HandbagDiva 4 жыл бұрын

Teena Davis I just commented the exact same thing!

@schoomzer 5 жыл бұрын

That beautiful little boy has so much personality that he can put a smile on anyone's face.

@dougieefresh1829 4 жыл бұрын

I’m not crying, my eyes are just watering, hard. Ok, I’m crying. 🙃 I’m a 28 year old man and I’m cool with admitting that. I don’t have children of my own yet. But I’m the proud uncle to a beautiful 5 year old Girl. I’ve essentially raised her from birth. We couldn’t be any closer if she was my own daughter. This story hit me right in the fucking feels man. It hurts to even IMAGINE enduring something similar. Same as this awesome dad, I know she would be my sole focus too. Let this be a reminder to not take a day, hour, minute, for granted. Life is TOO short y’all, we’re only here for such a short amount of time. And we’re ALL BLESSED to be given another day. Sure, some are more blessed than others, but at the end of the day if you’re reading this you’re more blessed than SO many that don’t even have access to the internet and don’t forget that. Some people are trying to go to bed right now on an empty stomach, not water, being abused, ect. There’s always somebody that has it worse than you. Do NOT let ANYTHING or ANYBODY prevent you from living your OWN BEST LIFE!!! And if there is than break away from whatever it is as soon as you can. I want nothing but the best for everybody and wish you all TRUE HAPPINESS, ALL LOVE!! ✌🏻 Edit: sorry for the long winded comment but this story hit different!

@RI......... 4 жыл бұрын

You'll make a wonderful father one day. I'm sending love and warmth to your beautiful niece and family ❤️

@neatznotso7424 3 жыл бұрын

It sounds like you're an amazing father to your niece, being a Dad is more then being the sperm donor, it's everything that comes after that makes you a Dad. Love and caring is so important.

@clairejohnston2122 3 жыл бұрын

@@neatznotso7424 love this comment, so true

@neatznotso7424 3 жыл бұрын

@@clairejohnston2122 thanks :)

@amberfoster8089 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful words ❤️ will will make a great daddy one day and your niece is lucky to have you. 🙏

@JL-el7ju 3 жыл бұрын

This little guy is just amazing. His huge smile he does especially when he’s telling parts of the story and giggles, makes you laugh, you couldn’t be sad with seeing that face! Well done to all of them for keeping each other alive I hope your all well today

@kiracolada7002 4 жыл бұрын

"If he goes, I'm going" ...every loving parent of a single child would do the same..I know I would. ❤

@ayvafoust9257 4 жыл бұрын

I would in a heartbeat!

@honestheartedtruthseekerso6864 4 жыл бұрын

What about the wife losing you both?!?

@valerieparker2242 4 жыл бұрын

I have 2 children so I wouldn't want to leave the other child alone.

@valerieparker2242 4 жыл бұрын

@@honestheartedtruthseekerso6864 Exactly.

@dhenriodful 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy Julian survived without any harm ❤️

@Claycat4 5 жыл бұрын

Me, too! What a miracle!

@Justhppy2behere 4 жыл бұрын

HE IS SO PRECIOUS🥺🥺🥺 I’m so glad they’re all okay, that child is incredibly brave and so are the men that saved his life. Their bond is unbreakable. 💕

@briannat3546 3 жыл бұрын

3 things. 1st that boy is amazingly adorable! 2nd you can tell his father deserves father of the year award! 3rd anyone could hope for a friend like Steven. What a selfless amazing human being!

@stephenjeacocke1530 Жыл бұрын

Thanks means a lot reading these comments just a normal thing to do on the night.

@Defglb71 5 жыл бұрын

I am not a father myself but a very proud uncle and great uncle and as such would like to commend the other guy in this story for reminding us of the human capacity to empathise. It goes without saying that I also give kudos to this amazing father and his equally amazing kid

@monicatwist 5 жыл бұрын

When Julian talks about the sharks I lost it, how funny and adorable. What a brave little boy! So glad they are okay ❤

@karolynarau9513 5 жыл бұрын

Monica Saldana I will never be afraid of a shark again😂😂😂

@monicatwist 5 жыл бұрын

@@karolynarau9513 right!! Lmao!!

@karenjackson5222 4 жыл бұрын

And the look on the friend face as he was describing maybe losing the son and dad broke my heart in two.... so much emotion and pain.... bless that man and all three!!!!

@David-or3uo 4 жыл бұрын

The family is so beautiful, the dad is heroic, the son is super brave, the friend shouldn’t be call friend cuz he deserved to be part of their family. The little boy is very sensible, intelligent, & thoughtful, protect him and their family at all cost. They are so precious ✨🙌🏼

@michpratt1 5 жыл бұрын

Omg this turned my stomach. Cannot even fathom the terror they felt. Someone was watching over them when that boat sank

@analisastruck1304 5 жыл бұрын

God was watching over them thats for sure. So glad they survived. 💜💜

@rebeccalopez555 4 жыл бұрын

Jesus was 😊

@Zoyiekka 4 жыл бұрын

Analisa Struck lol but he did nothing to save them! The rescue team were the ones who saved them with their skill and determination!!! They deserve all the praise!!! 😊 I hope I didn’t offend anyone

@ultraboombean 4 жыл бұрын

@@Zoyiekka tbh as an atheist I agree , but it is okay for people to thank god . It is thanks that is important anyways.

@susanbrown2909 4 жыл бұрын

Qkiiyo Maybe it was Charles Darwin..u oaf.

@jalisaalanaye1662 4 жыл бұрын

What an absolute nightmare, your sleeping on a boat with your son and friend and wake up to it sinking within minutes. That’s terrifying, I don’t think I’d make it if this happened to me.

@suzyarambula1103 4 жыл бұрын

Girl sameee. I'd be so terrified I'd probably die from a heart attack before I even drown smh

@stephenjeacocke1530 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing what you would do if it happed to you to stay alive. And fight. Is a natural human thing it kicks In. 6 hrs a lot of things go thru your mind. Lots of different scenario come to mind

@serpentinewolf7085 3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenjeacocke1530 Especially if you got people there that need you.

@stephenjeacocke1530 3 жыл бұрын

@@serpentinewolf7085 yer wasn’t a good thing to go thru hopefully never again. Taken more emergency security things on to the next boat

@vickiehaper4615 3 жыл бұрын

Might

@mckdemps12 3 жыл бұрын

His mum is right about everyone falling in love with Julien. He's a treasure! So happy all 3 are alive and well

@deliarodz3173 4 жыл бұрын

"If he goes, I go." As a mother of 2 young kids, hearing the father say that hit hard cause its like that. 😭😭😭

@Kahmiraowens 5 жыл бұрын

I love the reporter for this story. He’s so real. He shows emotion and compassion. This story warmed my heart. Thanks for sharing

@aaronhobart7826 5 жыл бұрын

Awww; I do believe that children are a gift from God!! Their soul is so pure and full of love; thank you God for protecting him!!!

@catyc1314 5 жыл бұрын

AMEN!

@prabkar3100 5 жыл бұрын

Amen

@maithao7875 4 жыл бұрын

Wish souls existed then we would know how much are family is suffering after they die

@laurapatterson387 3 жыл бұрын

That boy has truly got to be the bravest, luckiest boy in the world right now, the love between the boy and his dad is strong,and that love is what kept them strong, god bless this family and the friend too!!!

@justfit71 4 жыл бұрын

When he said, " I don't want to live without my son." Make me smile and cry. This is love ❤️

@daughterofkingjesus7350 5 жыл бұрын

"A Hero Dad". If my son goes, I goes along with him. 👨👦.

@nathanlam9884 5 жыл бұрын

I think the son save them both! Gave them hope. My kids save me everyday we are so blessed to have kids

@Patrycjamk 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sobbing here. What amazing story of survival of love and friendship ❤

@danaellis3861 3 жыл бұрын

"Hes the reason why i live, the reason why i breath" that quote made me teary eyed. I am a mother and love my son with everything i am. I didn't know true love until i gave birth to my son. Being a parent is the most beautiful thing you go through in life. Hard, but beautiful. And that best friend is so amazing👏👏👏

@beautifulnature1814 5 жыл бұрын

The bond between dad and Julian must be so lovingly strong. What a miracle all is well. Have great life's 🌷🌷🌷

@livingtoinspire5678 4 жыл бұрын

Imagine the types of courage takes for his dad to stay brave for his son! So glad they are safe

@aquadonkey. 4 жыл бұрын

Honestly the son saved them both in my mind because it gave them something to focus on

@channybrouge122 4 жыл бұрын

I cried. I have two sons and can't imagine my life without them ❤️.

@devannamichelle971 4 жыл бұрын

Whew The Love That Father Has For His Son. Is The Love Every Parent Should Have. Brung Tears Outta Me. I Have That Love For My Baby. God Definitely Had Bigger Plans For These Two❤️❤️ That Friend && His Father Is A Hero.

@velmaclario148 5 жыл бұрын

I’m actually scared of deep water , I cannot imagine how scared they were 🤧 thank god they fought through this

@norehanlong1451 4 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@susanjohnson5934 4 жыл бұрын

Same here too I’m frighten of deep water I would have anxiety attack n fall into the deep water his so brave god works he save them by giving them the bucket amen 🙏

@asheyreyes7219 4 жыл бұрын

Me too. I never go to beaches.

@WAJDIflah 5 жыл бұрын

cell phone and buckets played a major role on this amazing survival story

@aliboachumi5275 5 жыл бұрын

What about dad holding his son on his shoulder the whole 6 hours.

@stevengonzalez27 4 жыл бұрын

Alibo Achumi Yes, and their caring friend who is not a good swimmer, taking the impact of the waves, to protect the loving father holding on to his little son.

@aliboachumi5275 4 жыл бұрын

@@stevengonzalez27 ya. What a good friend. My heart hurts 😥

@JRenee-Sings 4 жыл бұрын

I believe God played a major role too 🙌

@JRenee-Sings 4 жыл бұрын

@Bread Boi Yeah ? Well, who do you think is granting you your next breath ? 🤔

@bigdragon8746 4 жыл бұрын

God save them life, prise the the Lord with all, they still alive.

@lovespin4854 3 жыл бұрын

If they had drowned does that mean that God took their lives?

@poopsydo8052 3 жыл бұрын

@@lovespin4854 they never answer these questions

@kukinoris8941 3 жыл бұрын

@@poopsydo8052 God gives and takes away. God can give you so much and can take. 😊 hope that answered your question.

@vickiehaper4615 3 жыл бұрын

Amen

@henryviiiofengland966 3 жыл бұрын

@@lovespin4854 they'll say something like, "It was time to return home to our heavenly father" etc

@katzperson2089 5 жыл бұрын

Thank u Jesus for those buckets and Julian's wonderful and full recovery.

@Sebbo23 4 жыл бұрын

I know him and we call him guilly

@Zoyiekka 4 жыл бұрын

Please do not comment these types of comments since you will receive hate comments! Keep any religious comments to yourself! Comments like these will be hated on! You should be actually thanking the rescue team! They put all their effort into saving them! All the praise goes to the rescue team! The rescue team’s skill and hope helped them rescue them! Please show some praise to them as they deserve it!!! I hope I didn’t offend you! I’m just trying to help!!!!

@maithao7875 4 жыл бұрын

@Christine K. Just to run in some salt, let's talk about the pious followers of your religion, known as priests let us thank god for accepting the prayers of such followers, followers whom have scarred countless youths who followed them, and these poor youths, whom must have begged for gods mercy only to recieve the unwanted love from their priests and nuns. THANK YOU GOD WE LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. Now I'm going to go back to finishing my prayers to satan so at least I recieve goodwill from him when I inevitably die

@fromdeathtolife2076 4 жыл бұрын

Priests nuns are not part of the New Testament they were positions created by Catholicism for power.. it’s not Biblical. Jesus is our High Priest and all believing Christians are the Royal Priesthood

@selenaliscano7185 4 жыл бұрын

Qkiiyo you need help , don’t say not to give praise to our god and try not to offend someone you offended me so next time just don’t type your opinion dude

@davengatchalian520 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you lord they survive. I’m happy to see the young man smiling while in the interview. I’m so proud to his dad and family’s friend. Indeed they do have a good heart that’s why GOD guide them and help them. Watching here from Philippines.

@blissful3553 4 жыл бұрын

So touching, and so special. What a boy, what a dad, what a friend and great rescuers.

@olir6910 4 жыл бұрын

He's so freaking adorable

@40stefanie 5 жыл бұрын

The most bright & articulate, well spoken boy. So cute

@Maria-kc5wq 5 жыл бұрын

This reminded me a lot of the show “I Shouldn’t Be Alive” what a strong boy and such a wonderful father. I’m so glad they are all safe❤️

@asmaj.631 4 жыл бұрын

Maria and an angel of a friend

@rayannebisagas10 4 жыл бұрын

I love Julian' smile. He's indeed a joy in life.

@brittanys1997 4 жыл бұрын

His mom brought me such joy for some reason. It’s obvious how much light Julian brought into both of his parent’s lives.

@candidcamera509 5 жыл бұрын

Omg how cute is he! Just adorable. So happy they're all ok.

@yvonnehilary6702 5 жыл бұрын

Cute Lil boy.

@Lisa-en2xt 5 жыл бұрын

23:04 This interviewer is so amazing with children, if he dosen't have any kids...he should. He would be a great father like the Dad he's interviewing. 💖💓

@yzarcmw7794 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe the interviewer have a great dad himself enough to know how it felt to be loved by a father and love him back.

@nolawest5183 4 жыл бұрын

BLESS THAT AMAZING FRIEND TOO!!!!! 💜

@CaseyWiggin 4 жыл бұрын

This is a story to tell. The love a father has for his son, the adorable little fisherman and let us not forget the true friendship the sweet man gives!

@justicewillprevail1106 4 жыл бұрын

He just might be the cutest 7 years old aside from my daughter .. hehe

@luns486 3 жыл бұрын

I miss 2019 too 😭

@bubbac8825 3 жыл бұрын

Good One...

@theresacoy9881 4 жыл бұрын

The love that Dad has for his son brought me to tears.. that boy is a strong little guy with a attitude without fear, so strong, God is great & miracles still happen!