"Those are healthy tears. Those are healing tears." Man, he's kickin' toxic masculinity in the balls!

I love how he calls his nephews his children. I wish more men would step up and do that.

This is what you call real Masculinity.Congrats my brother.... I don’t even know you but I am so proud of you

Artis is a wonderful man. I especially love how he relates with his sister's children; "my children," he calls them ❤️

No body makes it on their own. God bless your future!

Honestly who else teared up when Artis' brother started to cry?

Congratulations Artis. I have a cousin in prison who has educated herself while there because she knew finally like you that education will take you anywhere. She's gotten a paralegal degree & a counseling degree & she's served 21 years but we're in high hopes she will get out & when she does she can support herself & still help her friends still in prison to get their cases better represented. Good luck, and may God continue to bless you.

Thank you Jesus for walking with this young man on his journey. A change man, is a powerful man.

Congratulations! You deserve to be very proud of yourself and your accomplishments

Should be a movie or a Mini Series, or Documentary. So wonderful..this blessed me.. 😇

"Before people even hear you they see you 😊" Artis Knox Harvard will be lucky to have you as an alumni because you are the real deal young man 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿🤗🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿 My allergies kicked in when watching this , no sneezing though just tears damn ... I'm so proud of this young man , I work in his neighborhood and I love it !

This brought tears to my eyes. It's always an amazing thing when someone is able to see that they're better than the environment they were put in. The love his nephews and family have is just amazing. He's going to be an inspiration for those boys and whoever he comes into contact with him and that's a beautiful thing.

I’ll remember the name, Artis Knox. What an inspirational man. He should go as far as his dreams take him.

He is very handsome and his smile is joyful. I am the oldest and the first one to finish university. My sister followed me and my brothers are following too. There is always someone watching your step.

I don't personally know this young man, but I am so PROUD of him and what he has endured AND accomplished in spite of bad PAST bad choices. He has chosen to be BETTER and not BITTER! He has won over a vicious, demonic system that was developed to DESTROY people like him. I PRAY God will BLESS you, Artes, with much success!

What his nephew said to him was so sweet. That's what nieces and nephews should feel. Great support. Love that.

This young man is an inspiration, because Prison can either make you or break you. And there’s always a second chance for do over. May God Bless him and his family.

A Walking testimony, God Bless You. Never quit but always strive, putting God first. Congratulations!!!!

Words of affirmation go a long way.

God bless this wonderful guy. The sky is the limit for guy like him.

So Good To See A Positive Story Of Overcoming Ur Circumstances, The Best part is wanting to Help Others Succeed.May God Continue To Bless Him.

You can not hold a good man down. This young man was meant to rise to the top! Thank God!❤❤

Oh god, just tears.... No one makes it on their own. He has so much grace

Whew😭😭!!!! This is a prime example to Never ever judge a book by its cover!! We all make mistakes but GOD!! He will get you to whatever your calling is. Just do the work and listen to him. God Bless this man... I hope to see him again in the future!❤️❤️🙏🏾🙏🏾

Getting educated is a way out, keep pushing lil brother!! Now stop making me cry!!!😭😭😭

Stories like this are an example of why Prison education is so important. Congratulations Artis 🎓

I’m graduating university next month, and let me just say this young man should be so proud of himself because university is not easy, it’s a lot of sweat and tears. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💙💙💙💙 you’re amazing, please keep inspiring young people to stay in education.

Congratulations, God Bless you, you deserve all the best

Wow. To be raised up not having much and to get where you are now is something else. Congratulations you deserve it. Never give up on yourself because if God is for us who can be against us.

Such a beautiful story young man. God bless hold your head up continue with your dreams. I will keep you in my prayers. 🙏 I'm so proud of you. 😇

I'm crying like a baby! This touched my heart so much. Phenomenal!

This is so inspiring!share your story so many young black men would benefit from your story and advice 💕

Congratulations. Artis what a powerful testimony. Many more blessings to come.

This is what pure happiness and bliss (inside and out) must feel like... He's so handsome and looks so sharp! Congrats!!!!! an amazing inspiration...!

It’s the best when people go through stuff and they use that strength to do good for others

“Thanks for letting me call you daddy” 😭😭❤️❤️❤️

I am very,very happy for you😊.I was a single parent and I make sure that my daughter went and graduated from College.I am very proud of you and the great lives of the people you and your family will impacted.Incredible!!!

Am very proud of you young man, please continued to motivate, educate and uplifted other people.

I would love to stay connected to this young man's story.

Artis, I hope you read this..... Congratulations on your degree - you are a remarkable young man! I have been volunteering in state prisons for the last 8 years and hearing your story put a giant smile on my face and just reinforces why I do it, Never, ever, be ashamed of what it took to bring you to this very moment. I can only imagine how proud your mom must be of your accomplishments, your quiet humility and especially how much you cherish and appreciate your family. You have done far more than just graduate from college, your experience will show others that you can “see the stars without waiting for the darkness.” God bless you and your entire family who supported you through this. If you are ever in NJ, I’d be honored to meet you.

Glorious! To God be the Glory Great Things He Hath Done!

This man needs a KZfaq Channel. He is inspirational and there's life in his words.

This was an amazing testimony!! You had me all emotional 😢w/ your cute self, you betta get it!!! Im sooooooo proud of you bro!! You are a blessing!!!! You are such an inspiration. You are going to do great things Artis!!!! You are def. making an impact! Great job! Stay positive and keep doing you!!!! 😄Much love peace and light Sophia

Powerfully motivating! Thank you for making and sharing this video. There needs to be more positive images like this of black men, instead of the negative images that are constantly plastered across media platforms.

It's never too late to become what you might have been.

What the hell! Who can possibly give a "thumbs down" to this video?!?!

Look at God work!!! May God continue to bless you, sir! I pray that many people find hope and encouragement through your story!! And you WILL make it to Harvard!!!

Phew! y'all got me good with this one - I am crying like a lil baby lol!! And the drop of recidivism from 75% to 10% is incredible and shows that programs like this work! our government should be investing in these kinds of programs instead of private prisons.

It is worth to share his story. Congratulations 🙂

Amazing!!! Touched me and so proud of Artis💕

5:03 is a beautiful sentiment of what love really is.

What is the wetness in my eyes?!???! Ahhhh! Congratulations! I was a homeless teen mother of two who was able to get out of a horrible path through education. I now have a Master’s degree and work for a university. Here’s to those who refuse to be a statistic! 👏🏽🎉

Congratulations youngman, may God bless and keep you. I'm proud of you and all that you've accomplished! Keep being the amazing leader you are!!!!

This is so Awesome, I love it, and whoever gave thumbs down, shame on you, shame on you..but hey he did it, Congratulations, keep on keeping, with that, God Bless. 😁

I absolutely love this young man. What a winner!

your nephew made me cried, and I say thanks for being a motivation in this sick Goble🙏🙋 CONGRATULATIONS 🎉🎊

Congratulations Mr.Artis!!! God Bless YOU & your Family!

Wow, Artist Knox from "Groomer Has It" show on Animal Planet! Love the message 👍

Congratulations! Your self motivation is inspiring 🙏🙌

God brings glory out of everything! He is always faithful! I love this video 💜

Ohhhhh!! This made me cry!!! Great job Artis, congratulations to you....you have set a great example for your nephews, family and so many other young men. God be with you always!

My boy, not where u come from, what matter where u going, and then what u become. May God bless, throughout all.

This testimony is very inspiring. I wish him theee very best!!🤗🤗🤗

This was a very heartwarming story! I want a good story to come from my brother who’s in prison now. Much love. Keep doing videos like this SP!

What an incredible story and journey. The best to you and your family. Thank God for strengthening and protecting you!

Such a beautifully portrayed story with a powerful message. Let this be an inspiration to us all that although we may fall on difficult times, we can create a better future for ourselves when we have faith and a loving support system ❤️

Who else cried at this.

OMG so beautiful, tears of sheer joy streaming down my face. I couldn’t be prouder than if I knew him personally. Wishing you untold blessings and success Artis❤️

Congratulations my man!! God Bless!!✊✊🙏🙏

It doesn't matter where you come from, you still have chance to get out!! Congrats👋 to this guy!!

Love this story- so encouraging! Thank you for sharing this story SoulPancake

Just reading the title makes me so happy and proud.

His testimony is going to save A lot of souls. I'm soo proud of him.

Beautiful and encouraging! So happy for Artis Knox and family. Much appreciation to Bonobos for sharing his story with us. Continued success and happiness to Artis, Bonobos and everyone.

Im proud of this dude . Omg had me tearing up 🙌🏽❤️

You earned this! Bless you. ✌🏻

Man I couldn’t keep my tears God bless you brother 🙏❣️

I love this!!!! Thank you for sharing such a powerful testimony of triumph! This made me tear up - especially your brother broke. Blessings on you man. You have a wonderful future ahead of you and you're going far. Honored to have watched and have heard your story! All the best in your future endeavors.

absolutely amazing, heart warming! ♥️ it is so great that you guys tell these crucial stories. thank you so much for the time, sweat and energy you put into your videos!🌞

When he met his family ,friends...I was really brought to tears...❤❤❤❤ he will rule the world..😊

The world would be a better place with more people like you. You're the definition of a real man. Anyone will be proud to have you as family.

May God continue to Bless this young man on his journey

This is what we need more of. Shout out to this brotha

God is sooo wonderful.... Please keep this young man in your prayers....🙏🏾🙏🏾

What a story and am very proud of you. Let me share my proverb, “don’t live in yesterday rather learn from yesterday because yesterday has finished its being but will live with you and on you as a teacher forever as long as you live.” Congratulations 🎊🎉

Oh dang it I'm crying. So happy for him. The skin is the limit young man. God bless you.

Grateful to see extremely positive videos that spread love.

I shared this video, that's how powerful this video is. It's amazing the power of determination and perseverance. MAY TMH CONTINUE TO ALLOW BLESSINGS TO FLOW IN HIS LIFE!

May God continue to bless you Artis on your journey.

You are not defined by your past! I am very proud of you young man 🎓👨‍🎓. Keep praying 🙏🏽 God has a plan for you🙏🏽

what a beautiful story. God bless you and guide you on your new journey.

I wondered what happen to him! He used to be a groomer (and a good one!) SO SO happy to see you're doing amazing Artist!

OMG! What a blessing. Artis, all of your journey including the darkest times lead you to becoming the man you are today! God was truly your guiding force in helping you see the light and now helping you be the light. I know that your promise to yourself and to God will flourish. There may be a lot of No's for your road to success, but all it takes is one 'yes' to include the one yes you say to yourself each day you rise and choose to make a difference! God bless you and your family!

what an inspiring young man, overcoming so much, and finding his mission in life even in prison, he has a lot to be proud for, I'm sure he'll do great things

Your story is very inspiring and I’m very proud of you ...Congratulations . God bless you

This was so moving. God bless you Artis. I’m praying for this same outcome for my own son.

Amazing Artis! You’re an inspiration. Good on you 👏🏽 Hope you have an incredibly bright and successful future!

If you want it. You can have it. The question is how much do you really want it? How hard are you willing to work to get to where you want to be?

Truly Inspiring. May GOD Continue to Bless You on Your Journey.

Almost 2 minutes in and I'm inspired, I'm very proud if you brother. Let your lite shine and continue to share your knowledge and story. You truly have a testimony and the higher power is with you. Peace n Blessings Black Man💯💯💯💯