Kevin Costner's speech at Whitney Houston's funeral

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  • Опубліковано 17 лют 2012
  • Kevin Costner, who starred with Whitney Houston in The Bodyguard, pays tribute to the pop icon at her funeral in New Jersey. Report by Katie Lamborn.
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  • @jojojojo-si6vw
    @jojojojo-si6vw 8 місяців тому +755

    The way Kevin stood for her against the movie moguls. The way he treated her before, during, and after the film was done, speaks for itself, loud and clear. Whitney was his one true love!

    • @lindaparker5505
      @lindaparker5505 7 місяців тому +39

      You tell really loved her, and admired her she was a beautiful singer and a beautiful women 😅

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому +20

      Its a pity that BOTH did not want to try sticking to it - would have been difficult but the heart would have helped

    • @patriciazepeda1252
      @patriciazepeda1252 2 місяці тому

      Cleaning nails

    • @colleenbrady9675
      @colleenbrady9675 26 днів тому +12

      A man like him could love more than one woman. He respects women. He deeply knew and respected Whitney. It's very sad that we lost her so early. I loved the chemistry between Whitney and Kevin Costner. Beautiful movie. Beautiful people.

    • @jacquelyndobson1365
      @jacquelyndobson1365 17 днів тому

      U ain't never ever lied, sisamd zi am t
      Here for it all. I aminy never dine white. But this white fi ess can get it all in dsy!

  • @Humvee369
    @Humvee369 Рік тому +1082

    An utterly sincere speech. He really did this with honour.

    • @GenaroDeLuca
      @GenaroDeLuca Рік тому +7

      He also did it with love 😊
      Nice to meet you
      Where are you from?

    • @EJDD1233
      @EJDD1233 8 місяців тому

      Shame Costner sold his soul though

    • @gisels.5769
      @gisels.5769 7 місяців тому +6

      @@EJDD1233wdym?

    • @PatientPerspective
      @PatientPerspective 6 місяців тому

      There's gossip that actors are now selling their souls to the devil. Similar to the illuminati and like tales. @@gisels.5769 But the soul to the devil was pretty out there when I first heard it.

    • @Artem_Shipov
      @Artem_Shipov 6 місяців тому

      That's what I noted too😢

  • @RussiaIsARiddle778
    @RussiaIsARiddle778 6 місяців тому +619

    I am watching this 11 years later, and my heart breaks for Kevin. He’s just been going through an acrimonious divorce and child custody case and it breaks my heart to see such a good man, a really good man, tossed aside, because he’s no longer “good” enough. This tribute to Whitney tells us a great deal about him and the kind of man he is. I’m sending a prayer for him to lift him up so he could feel the love and succor him. 🙏

    • @helderalmeida2790
      @helderalmeida2790 6 місяців тому +18

      It seems like his wife found out she came 2nd

    • @danbruno5945
      @danbruno5945 5 місяців тому +10

      ​@@helderalmeida2790Don't kids always come first to Mothers
      So why when a Father puts a kid first it ruins the marriage

    • @Switch59809
      @Switch59809 5 місяців тому +1

      Amen brother ❤🙏

    • @Switch59809
      @Switch59809 5 місяців тому

      Ooops sister! Lol

    • @BillySmith-np5zn
      @BillySmith-np5zn 5 місяців тому +13

      @@danbruno5945No apparently Kevin Costner called Whitney his “1 true love”

  • @renaz630
    @renaz630 Рік тому +562

    This was the most respectful,loving,truthful eulogy.
    Classic. RIP Whitney Houston

  • @lavie954
    @lavie954 Рік тому +2090

    "Escorted by an army of angels to your Heavenly father, when you sing before him, don't you worry coz you will be good enough " That melted my heart.

    • @brookegoslin
      @brookegoslin Рік тому +16

      ♥️😢🙏🏼💫✨

    • @kepigal
      @kepigal Рік тому +28

      Made me cry

    • @JohnSmith-uy7sv
      @JohnSmith-uy7sv Рік тому +8

      1 John 2:15-17 New Living Translation
      15 Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. 16 For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. 17 And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.
      James 4:4 New Living Translation
      4 You adulterers! Don’t you realize that friendship with the world makes you an enemy of God? I say it again: If you want to be a friend of the world, you make yourself an enemy of God."
      Mark 8:36 New Living Translation
      36 And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul?

    • @tracymetherell8744
      @tracymetherell8744 Рік тому +59

      He got right to the heart of what cost her her life without coming right out and talking about her use of drugs, her self medicating. She never felt she was enough. She was.

    • @marilynwilson6748
      @marilynwilson6748 Рік тому +20

      Melted mine too, first time I heard it at the funeral. I saw her movie today.

  • @Lovely_Mia087
    @Lovely_Mia087 4 роки тому +2694

    Whenever a man tries to hold back his tears you know its deep, when he said "when you stand before god and sing for him don't worry trust me you'll be good enough" the tears came hard and fast.

    • @pwhit59
      @pwhit59 4 роки тому +66

      Yes....it was the perfect ending!

    • @Mordecai154
      @Mordecai154 3 роки тому +41

      I'm crying from that part

    • @boredincan
      @boredincan 3 роки тому +64

      As an atheist, I have to say that was a beautiful end to a heartfelt speech. Hugs to Costner and all of Whitney's family and.

    • @charliefarlie2884
      @charliefarlie2884 3 роки тому +12

      @. the blinkers of ideology don't help anything

    • @nancyblain-brooks939
      @nancyblain-brooks939 3 роки тому +26

      That kind of love is rare.!!!

  • @C.kirk1287
    @C.kirk1287 Рік тому +452

    The fact he referred to Whitney as his “one true love” broke my heart and I pray she knew how much he really truly loved her and how much he adored her 🙏🏽😔 rest in God’s eternal love Whitney ❤️🙏🏽

    • @danielleschiazza6172
      @danielleschiazza6172 8 місяців тому +33

      I believe she did. Clearly they were close if she spoke to him about her childhood and church. He supported her in the role on the Bodyguard, he refused to let them choose anyone but her. He truly adored her.

    • @gennamcgill4066
      @gennamcgill4066 8 місяців тому +27

      I listened to his whole speech and he never called her his one true love. Where are you getting that?

    • @Leira6267
      @Leira6267 8 місяців тому

      @@gennamcgill4066 After she passed he released a statement as a tribute to her. What you seeing now is his 2nd tribute. Go to google and the statement will pop up. Let me know when you find it.
      In interviews he has said one of his big regrets was not protecting her when he needed him and that he will have to live with that forever.

    • @brandinicole80
      @brandinicole80 8 місяців тому +30

      ​@gennamcgill4066 I've seen a bunch of references to it online over the years. He apparently released a statement after she died where he referred to her as his one true love. I think it's beautiful, but I also can imagine that his wife (soon to be ex-wife now) HAD to have felt some type of about a statement like that at the time. 😬

    • @Leira6267
      @Leira6267 8 місяців тому +13

      @@brandinicole80 Any partner would feel some type of way. At the same time I feel his statements was full of regrets and wish he ad done things different.

  • @JosephineOchere
    @JosephineOchere 9 місяців тому +177

    That man had a pure soul connected love for Whitney

    • @DavidMatt_
      @DavidMatt_ 8 місяців тому +2

      👋

    • @detroitman8994
      @detroitman8994 3 місяці тому

      If he really loved her, he would be trying to find out who murdered her.

    • @blacksupersport8311
      @blacksupersport8311 Місяць тому

      ​@@detroitman8994Here's a hint his first name is Bobby!

    • @hazelady5068
      @hazelady5068 22 дні тому

      He wanted to marry her remember that ❤

  • @lucas2424mc
    @lucas2424mc Рік тому +1142

    There is no black and white when it comes to pure unadulterated love.
    Kevin Costner is a great man.
    This brought me to tears

    • @queenesther09
      @queenesther09 Рік тому +12

      I'm sure it was a comfort for him and everyone who loved her to know that she was at peace, and singing her heart out to the angels finally free of that fear she could never fully overcome in life. 🥲

    • @kaijazakora6644
      @kaijazakora6644 Рік тому +3

      @@queenesther09 Fear is in all life, and need to be its not a bad thing.

    • @kaijazakora6644
      @kaijazakora6644 Рік тому +2

      Yes it is such thing as Black, and White otherwise Space would be well not Black, and the sky would not have clouds that are White

    • @francesf3581
      @francesf3581 Рік тому +1

      The world is not only Whited n Blacks

    • @francesf3581
      @francesf3581 Рік тому +2

      The world is not only Whites n Blacks, it for all races that doesn't care other opinions or prejudice because of who God created them.

  • @brianvincent655
    @brianvincent655 2 роки тому +2857

    He may be one of the most underrated actors of his time but his humanity shines like a beacon.
    What a beautiful speech.

    • @mr.smithgnrsmith7808
      @mr.smithgnrsmith7808 Рік тому +14

      Christian

    • @stormyg9169
      @stormyg9169 Рік тому +112

      Definitely not underrated by any means. 80’s heartthrob just like Whitney. 🙂🙂❤️

    • @LadellTurner
      @LadellTurner Рік тому +70

      He's my favorite actor of all time from "Dancing with Wolves" to the "Bodyguard with Ms Houston! Definitely a great actor.

    • @timhauck933
      @timhauck933 Рік тому +57

      Not underrated! He has always been a fantastic performer! Some of his movies have tanked! But many of them have been phenomenal!

    • @ronnie13131
      @ronnie13131 Рік тому +8

      He also did a good job for Vin Scully

  • @wow4real815
    @wow4real815 7 місяців тому +81

    It's been 30 yrs since "The Bodyguard" and this Man still loves you...as a matter of fact...He has never stopped loving you...and He will always be in love with you.
    Whitney you are greatly missed!!!

  • @marklowe7431
    @marklowe7431 Місяць тому +18

    I think she will always remain the example of the finest female vocalist. There's many great singers but her voice activates emotion like no other. She's one in 8 billion.

  • @JasonB95
    @JasonB95 Рік тому +1311

    This is what happens when a true storyteller expresses his love. What a beautiful tribute.

    • @shanayabuckery3618
      @shanayabuckery3618 Рік тому +15

      Wow that a beautiful speech Kevin Costner I miss you BOBBI KRIS and her mother Whitney

    • @tammylong3272
      @tammylong3272 8 місяців тому +8

      Yes Is Was A Lovely Speech He Gave I Also Love Kevin He Is Very Good Actor Whitney Could Act Also He Is Very Handsome They Played The He'll Out Of That Movie I Laugh & Cried Wished They Could Have Made More Togeather But We All Have A Number And Don't Know What It Is Her & Christina Number Was Up Just Thank God For The Time He Let's Us Spend Time With Them Amen

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому +4

      and I am sure it was love

    • @dennisholst4322
      @dennisholst4322 2 місяці тому +1

      Feeling for her is real Love

  • @bournemouthdiva3295
    @bournemouthdiva3295 Рік тому +2987

    Kevin's speech is a symbol of how love, friendship and respect for someone transcends race, culture, experience or wealth. All of these do not matter. When God gives you the opportunity to connect with someone it is celestial and lasts forever, be it whether you meet for a season, a reason or a lifetime. RIP Whitney and thank you Kevin for your genuineness.

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa 2 місяці тому +29

    This eulogy still gets to me, all these year's later. Rip Whitney.

  • @Artem_Shipov
    @Artem_Shipov Рік тому +236

    With every sentence, as he spoke along, it felt like he was ready to burst into tears. A strong feeling of deepest respect for Whitney in his voice. That was a perfect tandem.

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому +2

      I feel so sorry that they did not TRY to live it in realy life - would have been difficult but good for both

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому +2

      Agree with you and I am convinced thus was not show

    • @doublenickelzeta
      @doublenickelzeta 2 місяці тому

      The last 30 seconds messed me up. 😢

  • @boomerbreaks2133
    @boomerbreaks2133 Рік тому +1945

    2023, and STILL this gets me in the feels. Kevin is an amazing actor, person and great friend of the Houston family. Amazing speech.

    • @yootoob2
      @yootoob2 Рік тому +22

      STILL! 😭

    • @chick-fil-agal2264
      @chick-fil-agal2264 Рік тому +19

      Me too, came back to watch on 4/5/23

    • @ifeayo8683
      @ifeayo8683 Рік тому +10

      @@pamelaeschenroeder8142 yess!!

    • @ukporkpie7829
      @ukporkpie7829 Рік тому +21

      Just stumbled on this. Through listening to one of her live performances. I'm choked. Never knew about their friendship. A beautiful eulogy

    • @ronniek201
      @ronniek201 10 місяців тому +7

      Me too. ❤

  • @willh8682
    @willh8682 9 років тому +993

    "And when you sing before Him, don't you worry, you'll be good enough." - Kevin Costner. DAMN! That was powerful

    • @robertyates3980
      @robertyates3980 4 роки тому +5

      Wasn't it!

    • @ceetee9659
      @ceetee9659 3 роки тому +15

      @Wayne96819 right.. when they went to the wide pan at 16:00 and I see jesse jackson sitting to the left im like -_-

    • @driley5004
      @driley5004 3 роки тому +9

      @Wayne96819 yea i.didn't get that, he was uninterested.. It was disappointing.

    • @adamthomas8205
      @adamthomas8205 2 роки тому +12

      Are we really surprised? If it’s not about him he’s not that interested.

    • @bremarie1742
      @bremarie1742 Рік тому +2

      😞🥺

  • @briana8332
    @briana8332 11 місяців тому +359

    I’ve watched the movie “The Bodyguard” many times, and just as I felt the strong and powerful on-screen chemistry that Whitney and Kevin both shared, I feel it again as I watch this eulogy.
    I can tell that their relationship was very close, very real, and very passionate. So close, in fact, that it saddens me that they didn’t choose to pursue it further after the film completed.
    They would have been a true power couple, in every sense of the word, and I truly believe that Whitney would have gone on to be even more successful.
    More importantly, her self-confidence and self-esteem would have skyrocketed, with a man like Kevin by her side, believing in her and encouraging her the way he did.
    RIP dear Whitney 🙏🏼

    • @sharonblack1470
      @sharonblack1470 7 місяців тому +10

      What a lovely comment 😊 ❤️ and every word I would have said. You're right, I also thought their relationship would have turned into a real-life love story. They made a perfect couple in the film. I just wish they had made it real. This is the qst time I've come across this speech, and wow... That's what you call a speech,
      Kevin Costner, your speech about Whitney was so heartfelt, may she R.i.E.P. Godbless ❤

    • @PatientPerspective
      @PatientPerspective 6 місяців тому +5

      In an ideal world, I can see that... but since he said the game was rigged, I pretty much can understand why they choose not (if they choose).

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому

      Fully agree - unfortunately it might have been the wrong time - both on their way up. Even Kevin might have had many wifes - they seem just to have passed his way but not deeply enough

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому

      I fully agree that he could have oetgrctky coached her and brought her but think he did not fully realize his influence on her and was busy to proceed his own career

    • @LarryLindsay-mi5ec
      @LarryLindsay-mi5ec 4 місяці тому

      ⁠​⁠@@sharonblack1470😮

  • @csisalesbasics673
    @csisalesbasics673 9 місяців тому +357

    A love that is real, a love that is faithful, true and enduring, is a love from the heart. Listening to Kevin's tribute to Whitney, is both heart-warming and heart breaking. What a sincere, moment expressed by a man to a woman. It is obvious that Kevin loved her then, now and he always will. True love is beautiful and true love is everlasting

    • @edithbannerman4
      @edithbannerman4 8 місяців тому

      @Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому

      but does not help if the one part desperately needs it and just gets letters

  • @lavie954
    @lavie954 Рік тому +1444

    We're are in 2022 and I'm back here listening to it again. What a gentleman 👏 🙌

    • @goawaytubetwat3179
      @goawaytubetwat3179 Рік тому +7

      Same. It's the way it relates to me. These are my people in my heart, even though I never met them. I know they have hearts like mine- soft inside and caring.

    • @AlonayRodrigo
      @AlonayRodrigo Рік тому +7

      I’m watching Yellowstone and fell in love with his acting and led me to watch the bodyguard 😭❤️

    • @EggZausted1
      @EggZausted1 Рік тому +3

      @@AlonayRodrigo Tin Cup would be a good one watch if you find the time, that's one of my favorite movies of his. The Bodyguard was one of those movies I watched over and over again as a kid and the soundtrack/album for the movie is something I still listen to today.

    • @Wolfs_BBQ
      @Wolfs_BBQ Рік тому +11

      Not only a gentleman, but a true friend!

    • @kevinbishell4193
      @kevinbishell4193 Рік тому +1

      Me too ❤️

  • @297banu
    @297banu 8 років тому +4862

    There were a lot of people who criticised Kevin Costner after the funeral. When Princess Diana died, every celebrity who had ever been in the same room as her, claimed they were best friends. Kevin Costner is the only celebrity who refused to talk about her. He only expressed his sadness over her death and refused to turn mourning into a PR exercise. Here, he did the same. He talked because he was asked by Whitney's family and it was a beautiful eulogy. I think Kevin Costner has a lot of class and integrity.

    • @aldoflavio1
      @aldoflavio1 8 років тому +225

      A great emotional speech. I thin that Costner is an respectable person. I agree with you.

    • @jeannemarie2403
      @jeannemarie2403 7 років тому +197

      he was madly in love with Whitney

    • @rayneboomboom2385
      @rayneboomboom2385 6 років тому +30

      Agreed

    • @aliencatfish
      @aliencatfish 6 років тому +94

      Zehra aa yes! he spoke from his heart and meant every single word❤

    • @thepoozer
      @thepoozer 6 років тому +99

      Kevin Costner is someone I aspire to be like in regards to integrity

  • @murriemitchell4250
    @murriemitchell4250 10 місяців тому +202

    The chemistry between those two on the Bodyguard was so obvious. I think they were in love but didn’t dare cross the line of friendship because both had separate lives.
    What a great loss.
    Rest In Peace Whitney.❤❤

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому +4

      I think they had not been experienced and old enough to realize what they had at this time

    • @riz-rq9wr
      @riz-rq9wr 4 місяці тому +1

      @@barbarasander2811how old was she when they did that movie??? I have to google it because everyone looked so mature back in the day

    • @user-fh4qe4qt7j
      @user-fh4qe4qt7j 18 днів тому

      ​@@riz-rq9wrКто-то говорил 28лет было ей

  • @sayitloudblcknproud
    @sayitloudblcknproud 9 місяців тому +75

    I remember watching this with my husband at the time and he wasn’t really a fan of Whitney or Kevin, he’d never seen The Bodyguard. He turned to me about halfway through this speech and said “Kevin was in love with Whitney, he loved her.”

    • @ElizabethLoyal-jq2nd
      @ElizabethLoyal-jq2nd 2 місяці тому +2

      That says alot

    • @janetstassi2083
      @janetstassi2083 Місяць тому

      Kevin was just doing a movie a beautiful movie he did not intentionally fall in love with her the heart is much deeper than anything else he did not leave his wife for her

    • @spirituallyfreewithree
      @spirituallyfreewithree 7 днів тому

      ​@@janetstassi2083 He was definitely in love with her. Him not leaving his wife for her doesn't mean a thing.

  • @ronaldking2619
    @ronaldking2619 Рік тому +2375

    This man loved this woman. If this was the man she had chosen in real life....she would probably still be alive today! Thank you for this Kevin. In a time where we need to heal in this country, you have made your mark in helping it happen! RIP Whitney. You have set the bar higher in many ways and your spirit lives in all of us!

    • @gooddaysahead1
      @gooddaysahead1 Рік тому +96

      If this was the man she had...yup.

    • @tititoto8325
      @tititoto8325 Рік тому +44

      For sure... 😢

    • @justinejustice_league1857
      @justinejustice_league1857 Рік тому

      Nobody wanted to see Kevin, white man with his black leading costar and it was a huge thing even back then. The black community didn't support it and neither did whites. Kevin was afraid of not only hurting his own career but couldn't deal with a drug addict not even long enough to call it an affair.

    • @iaffirmme9345
      @iaffirmme9345 Рік тому +52

      Naw Whitney chose her own fate by not being herself in the public eye😢. If Whitney didn't have the wrong people in her ear,or better yet, had sought guidance from the up most, she possibly could have been here today... GOD bless your soul Whitney Houston 🙏 ❤️

    • @lisaweaver8897
      @lisaweaver8897 Рік тому +15

      In the Netflix movie out now, she went to a Catholic school

  • @preciousthing101
    @preciousthing101 5 років тому +4447

    Get yourself someone who loves you as much as Kevin Costner loves Whitney Houston.

    • @briansimpson5664
      @briansimpson5664 4 роки тому +48

      You mean as a friend? Yea that be nice

    • @SP-wi9sv
      @SP-wi9sv 4 роки тому +52

      @@Pfirtzer wtf??? What does this comment have to do with anything? Show some respect, and keep your unhappiness to yourself

    • @evenstar4076
      @evenstar4076 4 роки тому +14

      @@Pfirtzer Believe me, everyone wants that men and women alike, but people are damaged, like yourself. You are not speaking rationally, but as a damaged person, that has felt rejected. That's why you "gave up on women." Maybe you need to look at people with understanding, realizing that you're not perfect, nobody is. Also, as the above comment reminds you, this is a eulogy, maybe it's not the best place for self-pity.

    • @Pfirtzer
      @Pfirtzer 4 роки тому +6

      @@evenstar4076 You are wrong, I healed myself and don't need someone to waste time on. I just care for no1: ME. Women are nagging too much and at the end not worth wasting your time and emotions on.

    • @evenstar4076
      @evenstar4076 4 роки тому +40

      @@Pfirtzer Okay, that's fine. I won't try to convince you otherwise. There's nothing wrong with being single. Just don't go whining about it on UA-cam because being bitter is a result of being emotional. I, for one, consider myself a logical person, you don't see me whining about how much I hate men on UA-cam, do you? Some men are logical, but you certainly are not one of them.

  • @vernongerona7588
    @vernongerona7588 8 місяців тому +140

    You can feel by the sound of his voice that he’s holding back his tears at the end..whitney is good enough and kevin is brave enough to express his feelings for her❤

  • @user-kz3ik7pm7o
    @user-kz3ik7pm7o 7 місяців тому +93

    If I had Kevin Costner in my life, encouraging me, giving me confidence and never giving up on me, I would be in a much different place in my life right now, Whitney Houston was very fortunate to have had this man in her life even if it was only for a little while. Love you Kevin, RIP Whitney, God love and protect you lovely lady ❤

    • @ShuntaDaGawd._._-
      @ShuntaDaGawd._._- 4 місяці тому +2

      when all else fails…Encourage Confide & never give up on yourself

    • @valmurphy4616
      @valmurphy4616 3 місяці тому +1

      Beautiful speech. Heartwarming.

    • @barbaracross1084
      @barbaracross1084 6 днів тому

      Heart warming speech ❤

  • @johnbertrand7185
    @johnbertrand7185 7 років тому +864

    If you ever have to give a eulogy take notes. Just the right mix of emotion, humor and love. Well done Mr. Costner, you did Whitney proud.

    • @dionnefaulkes
      @dionnefaulkes 5 років тому +13

      You are so right....

    • @lyndonscovers5758
      @lyndonscovers5758 5 років тому +14

      He dont need nots or paper the only notes he need is from the heart and thats it

    • @Figs3
      @Figs3 4 роки тому +2

      I hada do a eulogy a few times. One of them I based a large part of it from this speech.

  • @caseyb4425
    @caseyb4425 5 років тому +308

    You are a class act Kevin Costner
    Don't ever change Cowboy

  • @Say_Jay246
    @Say_Jay246 8 місяців тому +96

    My heart hurts more for Kevin than it'll ever be for Bobbie. This eulogy paints a picture of a life of a couple who've been married through many lives before and whose love will continue beyond this one 💔 💔

    • @humanity9158
      @humanity9158 8 місяців тому +7

      Very true....I believe you.

    • @Eden-dm3lf
      @Eden-dm3lf 6 місяців тому +2

      Kevin's heart was literally breaking on live tv😢. I love him❤. BB just used WH and he's now happily married to his new wife.

    • @barbarasander2811
      @barbarasander2811 4 місяці тому

      Lets pray for it

  • @dorothyreese672
    @dorothyreese672 4 місяці тому +33

    Kevin Cosner truly loved Whitney Houston. She is truly missed

  • @mattbernabe
    @mattbernabe Рік тому +716

    That speech was filled with honesty and class. Major respect for Costner.

  • @ONSADE
    @ONSADE 9 років тому +1820

    This is the definition of a gentleman people.

    • @melstar78
      @melstar78 6 років тому +57

      Hey man, you know if she had married a man of this calibre she would've been just fine..x

    • @billrhoasts5456
      @billrhoasts5456 6 років тому +14

      You said it brother.

    • @joobman1236
      @joobman1236 6 років тому +5

      Constantly complementing a woman?

    • @mayemcdonald9111
      @mayemcdonald9111 5 років тому +5

      Dudebro13454 Bro Adulterer? What are you saying? How do you know?

    • @mayemcdonald9111
      @mayemcdonald9111 5 років тому +19

      Dudebro13454 Bro You have no class whatsoever talking to a woman like that. Grow up.

  • @lindawalker6292
    @lindawalker6292 7 місяців тому +66

    Brought tears to my eyes. I could feel that he was sincere. RIP Whitney! 🙏✝️💖😘

  • @troydaigle1260
    @troydaigle1260 4 місяці тому +55

    Kevin's speech was beautiful. The passion in his heart, put into words as none other could do. Great Job Kevin. You showed what love is.

  • @kcottonable
    @kcottonable 5 років тому +423

    When he said “Whitney, if you could hear me now...” my heart dropped!

  • @Manufan-og1xg
    @Manufan-og1xg 4 роки тому +600

    It crazy how this eulogy had everything. Jokes, childhood memories, cool The Bodyguard tidbits. People crying, rolling over each over laughing, cracking up, clapping. He truly loved her.

    • @coleenemorrison5150
      @coleenemorrison5150 Рік тому +7

      Yes he did we all loved her she was a beautiful women and best singer there ever was

  • @gregjsinclair
    @gregjsinclair 7 місяців тому +23

    You could see in his eyes and hear in his voice , the love he had for her ,

  • @newmercies1
    @newmercies1 3 місяці тому +16

    His shaking voice tells you everything you need to know...! Love is all we take with us, and nothing else matters!

  • @rhyaweeks
    @rhyaweeks 7 років тому +794

    "You weren't just good enough, you were great." God, the love that man had for her.

    • @Locktwiste72
      @Locktwiste72 5 років тому +64

      He loved her heart, body, and soul. I think they were soulmates, just not destined to be together, unfortunately.

    • @clashon4life843
      @clashon4life843 Рік тому +7

      @@Locktwiste72 God give us free Will to chose our destiny

    • @Antyoksydantka85
      @Antyoksydantka85 Рік тому +5

      @@Locktwiste72 she definitely chose the worst path in her life bonding with that monster. That wasn't true love.

    • @sharonjensen3016
      @sharonjensen3016 Рік тому +6

      I wish Whitney had never met Bobby Brown.

    • @Antyoksydantka85
      @Antyoksydantka85 Рік тому +4

      @@sharonjensen3016 sadly she was into bad boys... he isn't even handsome Dx

  • @troytucker3710
    @troytucker3710 8 років тому +394

    700 people who disliked will never understand the beauty of friendship, love and companionship

  • @WysteriaGuitar
    @WysteriaGuitar 11 місяців тому +65

    The best speech I've ever heard for a loved one at a funeral - well done Mr. Costner.

  • @kalualauber1921
    @kalualauber1921 9 місяців тому +53

    I don't know why I felt compelled to watch the speech again, but it is so full of love, sincerity and compassion for who Whitney was. I love Kevin Costner and Whitney Houston. May God shine on his life for being such a groundbreaker. Whitney you were the best and most beautiful.

  • @maxinerussell6857
    @maxinerussell6857 4 роки тому +360

    Costner and Whitney had a deep relationship. He speaks from a loving place that he had for her.

    • @lovehonestmen3445
      @lovehonestmen3445 4 роки тому +1

      Deep ? In what sense

    • @therafonreport3847
      @therafonreport3847 3 роки тому +5

      @@lovehonestmen3445 They'd known each other since childhood. It was a true friendship where each loved the other.

    • @Thegazelle1000
      @Thegazelle1000 3 роки тому +6

      @@therafonreport3847 They didn't know each other from childhood!! He said they had somethin in common: they grew up in Baptist Church.

  • @Lovely_Mia087
    @Lovely_Mia087 4 роки тому +1681

    I never heard this, this was so deep and personal. You can genuinely feel how this man loved and cared for her. I think if she had allowed him to play a bigger part in her life he would have been and she would still be here with us. I always loved him, this man is a true class act.

    • @mattmartini836
      @mattmartini836 4 роки тому +87

      I'm still intrigued as to why Whitney's mum and aunt asked Kevin to speak. They must have known Whitney had a more then ordinary connection with Kevin,
      couldn't find anything on Cissy or Dionne talking about kevin in any interviews.

    • @vanessabrown1959
      @vanessabrown1959 2 роки тому +15

      Welll said real friendship is price6

    • @TheFailedmessiah
      @TheFailedmessiah 2 роки тому +46

      They asked him to speak because they wanted him to be her bodyguard in real life. But he really was fond of her

    • @mjfrazierenterprises3594
      @mjfrazierenterprises3594 Рік тому +19

      I've always felt that way about Kevin Costner (and the movie "The Bodyguard" reflects a special part of my life, also).

    • @Lovely_Mia087
      @Lovely_Mia087 Рік тому +50

      @@TheFailedmessiah He never had an type of security or military training for them to consider wanting him to be her "bodyguard" I think it had more to do with the fact that he himself vouched for her for the role when everyone was dead set against it when they had acclaimed actresses waiting to audition for the role. She had no actor training under her belt and The bodyguard was her breakout role that solidified her as an "actress". They asked him to speak because he did have some affections for her that grew over their time of filming but being a good man he was married and so was she so he respected those boundaries and never allowed anyone to take advantage of her.

  • @kerathompson7167
    @kerathompson7167 Рік тому +87

    Im crying watching this many years later. I miss her and her voice. I felt like I knew her. I loved her so. I will always love you, Whitney ❤️🙏🏿

    • @DavidMatt_
      @DavidMatt_ 8 місяців тому

      Hi, I'm David by name and I'm sure we can be great friends if you give me a chance. Are you interested in having me as your friend? I live alone and sometimes feel lonely. I would love to have someone to talk to and get to know better.
      I apologize for jumping into your comment this way.

  • @GIam0r0us
    @GIam0r0us 8 місяців тому +40

    I don’t know Kevin Costner personally but I love him. He has a beautiful, sincere mind, heart, and soul! The love this man has for others is something the whole world needs to take note on. Rest in paradise Whitney, I’m sure you’re singing in heaven is making it a wonderful place ❤

  • @freiagalacar5786
    @freiagalacar5786 4 роки тому +611

    How could anyone downvote this speech? I love his vulnerability and honesty!

    • @raganelle4830
      @raganelle4830 Рік тому +6

      ...probably someone that is still grieving the loss of Whitney...no one could say the right words to comfort when I felt that way... I was mad at everyone ... everything...💜

  • @deb8911
    @deb8911 Рік тому +525

    I’ve never watched this because I’ve been so heartbroken by the loss of Whitney all these years. I was going back thru old videos and decided to give this one a try. It’s Feb 20, 2023. It’s the most beautiful eulogy I’ve heard in a long time.

    • @philhelm1318
      @philhelm1318 Рік тому +17

      I came here because of the Whitney Houston movie I watched with my wife. I've always liked Kevin Costner (even as Robin Hood!), but I though he did a really good job here.

    • @RoxieRHeart
      @RoxieRHeart 10 місяців тому +7

      Same

    • @chocostar3355
      @chocostar3355 6 місяців тому +1

      Same. I can't even watch The Bodyguard anymore 😢

    • @sueriemer6313
      @sueriemer6313 6 місяців тому

      what is the galaxy ball

    • @user-iv9ju4rj1m
      @user-iv9ju4rj1m 5 місяців тому

      I've watched it and cried many times

  • @user-le7hz9yx7r
    @user-le7hz9yx7r 8 місяців тому +29

    You can tell he absolutely adored her. Beautiful eulogy and heartbreaking.

  • @kimmyb8276
    @kimmyb8276 Рік тому +84

    I got emotional about halfway through. Kevin Costner is an amazing actor and the love and friendship he had for her was transcendent. This is an amazing speech. I will always remember this

  • @laurenchapman7695
    @laurenchapman7695 3 роки тому +358

    He loves the soul of Whitney he saw deep into her very core. He loves her more than bobby ever could

    • @melisagalvalizi6982
      @melisagalvalizi6982 2 роки тому +39

      exactly, he got her. that was the most honest speech of the whole funeral.

  • @serapserap7743
    @serapserap7743 7 років тому +657

    He is the only person that i am remembering from Whitney's funeral. He was real so real .

    • @pbsamanthamarie
      @pbsamanthamarie 5 років тому +15

      Me too. I remember watching this when it aired, I happened to turn on the tv at the same exact time he came on. What he said was so sweet, he helped us all with what he said. what he said was the perfect blend of friendship, love and humor. I have so much gratitude for his beautiful stories here!

    • @aanchal-annaleedeprince5525
      @aanchal-annaleedeprince5525 11 місяців тому +1

      I agree with that

  • @lauraba39
    @lauraba39 11 місяців тому +44

    I remember watching the making of the Bodyguard behind the scenes. Kevin was giddy and always smiling around her it was so cute. They had chemistry. Love the movie, the soundtrack and both of them. Rip Whitney there will never be anyone like you 😢

  • @vikkistadler6561
    @vikkistadler6561 10 місяців тому +64

    Cant believe i only just witnessed this amazing tribute to Whitney by an amazing actor and man Kevin Costner. Brought a tear to my eye, it was just beautiful and honest. RIP Whitney and thank you Kevin for this heartfelt speech.

  • @MetricButtload
    @MetricButtload 8 років тому +1041

    I met Kevin Costner in Rome, and can attest that he is a kind, down to earth and generous guy.

    • @yolandasmith211
      @yolandasmith211 8 років тому +21

      That's awesome

    • @satxpa
      @satxpa 8 років тому +78

      +MetricButtload met him in San Antonio, Texas. He paid the tab for a bunch of my Army friends and I and talked to us for a little while. he was far more interested in what we did in the military than talking about himself. This was in 1997 and he was just a nice guy that you could picture yourself hanging out with from time to time.

    • @rosaleeadams1160
      @rosaleeadams1160 7 років тому +29

      so good to hear this as I have always liked him...from first film I saw
      Silverado..

    • @gemmaaboagye7386
      @gemmaaboagye7386 7 років тому +3

      MetricButtload ur lucky

    • @hollywiggins439
      @hollywiggins439 7 років тому +10

      I meet the guy who did the props and everything in dances with wolves he said Kevin was a total asshole and wanted his way but you know what it's his opinion Kevin is a wonderful actor and singer plus after this he is kind hearted and don't mention he helped build the oil thing for the oil spill that tells you something Kevin who cares what your so called not fans say it's there opinion we love you keep it up.

  • @BlackMountainDreamer
    @BlackMountainDreamer Рік тому +188

    Now I know why the movie, The Bodyguard, was so compelling and believable. He loved her. Her really did. Always been a fan of Kevin but now I see what a good man he really is. Beautiful people.

  • @sandralewis1525
    @sandralewis1525 8 місяців тому +21

    Such a beautiful eulogy from Kevin Costner ❤❤❤ true soulmates. Whitney you are truly missed.😇❤

  • @tammyguessbeckham2212
    @tammyguessbeckham2212 5 місяців тому +25

    Kevin did an amazing job!! You could hear the pain in his voice as he lovingly talked about Whitney!! If only she had stayed close to Kevin she may not have fallen down that rabbit hole. She would still be one of the most beautiful women I have ever seen and no one could ever top her singing!! RIP Whitney and Bobbie Christine

  • @musiimenta123456789
    @musiimenta123456789 4 роки тому +1752

    It's 2020... am re-visiting this speech. This is what genuine love & friendship truly is. Kevin Costner is such a gentleman, he should have married her. I still beleive he would have been her perfect husband. The Chemistry in Bodyguard was beyond acting. RIP Whitney.

    • @Stricknine9
      @Stricknine9 4 роки тому +65

      Being Pamela Musiimenta I can see that he loved Whitney! What a heartfelt tribute. I’ve watched it over and over. ❤️😪

    • @robertyates3980
      @robertyates3980 4 роки тому +35

      Same here and i watch it everytime it comes on.

    • @jeslynlewis337
      @jeslynlewis337 4 роки тому +74

      Their chemistry was definitely beyond acting. Even this speech proclaims his admiration and solid undiluted love for her.

    • @musiimenta123456789
      @musiimenta123456789 4 роки тому +81

      At the end of the day... this makes me wonder, do people end up with their fairytales or they let go of people they love the most and move on with second best options?

    • @mattmartini836
      @mattmartini836 4 роки тому +54

      @@musiimenta123456789 a few do, but a lot don't. And sometimes its just bad timing too and many other reasons, its sad but thats life, and a lot of people fail to see who was really there for them and who cared for them the most.
      in Kevin and Whitney's case I think it was just bad timing and if they had met say 5 years before and both were single, things would have been different. But youre right, i think these 2 were perfect together, and i think it would of been a match that whitney's family would truely embrace seeing as they were both quite religious and grew up in the same church.

  • @zenamen5221
    @zenamen5221 2 роки тому +763

    I cried watching this today, after all of these years. Whitney was absolutely a gift to this world.

    • @raganelle4830
      @raganelle4830 Рік тому +14

      As time goes on she shines brighter and brighter.

    • @lindac6416
      @lindac6416 Рік тому +11

      You are so right it still hurts .

    • @bettekibble8926
      @bettekibble8926 Рік тому +7

      I too thought I was done crying over Whitney 😭
      Love her so much 💕🌈❤️☀️☀️🙏🎶🎶🎵🎶☀️🌅☀️☀️☀️☀️

    • @faustinreeder1075
      @faustinreeder1075 Рік тому +5

      Bobby Brown fueled her destruction.

    • @michiganman9599
      @michiganman9599 Рік тому +1

      If only Whitney had ALLOWED HERSELF to believe that she was…

  • @ShellyBenner-of9mr
    @ShellyBenner-of9mr 11 місяців тому +36

    I truly believe that there were real connected feelings between both Kevin and Whitney and that's why the movie was such a hit. Watching the movie, you didn't want it to end. It made me want more of the movie. It all was so real. A love that any man or woman would want to have.

  • @freeurmind2871
    @freeurmind2871 11 місяців тому +50

    I don’t care what anyone says, this man was deeply in love with Whitney. They were both married at the time so neither of them could say or do anything. You can just feel the chemistry & bond between them, you can feel/hear his love for her through his voice, his tone & how his whole demeanor changes every time he mentions her name. Watch his interviews & their encounters you’ll know what am talking about. See how she looked at him & how she was always smiling & so happy around him. RIP Queen ❤ we will always love you & we love you Kevin, thank you for this beautiful eulogy 😓💔

  • @Karen-ny6ub
    @Karen-ny6ub Рік тому +455

    I just recently watched a documentary about the making of “The Bodyguard.” The fact that Kevin Costner wanted to wait a year for her availability was just amazing. Who does that for a “black”singer in her first acting role. Kevin and Whitney connected and they had great chemistry on and off screen. What a sad day when Whitney left us. Kevin Costner you’re a class act and I LOVE YELLOWSTONE.

    • @queenesther09
      @queenesther09 Рік тому +12

      It is sad, knowing how she carried such a heavy burden of expectation that ultimately played a part in her leaving this world far too soon.

    • @kaijazakora6644
      @kaijazakora6644 Рік тому +5

      @@queenesther09 She did not carried a heavy burden, and it did not played a part of nothing. She did what she did as simple as that.

    • @psgamer-0199
      @psgamer-0199 Рік тому +10

      Where is that documentary available?

    • @tammybee6665
      @tammybee6665 Рік тому +9

      I’ve not watched Yellowstone. Must do that. This man’s tribute was beautiful and heart wrenching.

    • @coraggio93
      @coraggio93 8 місяців тому

      Is this the documentary that you are talking about? ua-cam.com/video/OCqLYJKObJ4/v-deo.html

  • @ValarieCole
    @ValarieCole 6 років тому +730

    He really cared for her as a person and not merely a performer/ actress/ singer. If you can understand what I'm saying but HE SAW HER....... He saw THROUGH her....... the way he speaks of her is indeed a very close unexplainable knitted spirited bond. He is a class act and has kept the Hollywood out of his feelings and his words about the great Whitney Houston ❤️

    • @erasedfromgenepool.4845
      @erasedfromgenepool.4845 4 роки тому +37

      I truly felt that he was totally inlove with her. Hes such a handsome man. Very genuine ,respectful,and a class act... I wish they got together they made a beautiful couple. If she got with kevin she would stll be alive.🤧🤧🤧🤧

    • @lindsayralston2415
      @lindsayralston2415 4 роки тому +5

      My heart ❤😭

    • @cozettem8226
      @cozettem8226 4 роки тому +5

      @@erasedfromgenepool.4845 Wasn't he married to his wife when he worked with Whitney?

    • @tonyausten2168
      @tonyausten2168 4 роки тому

      Then how come he never impregnated her? He should have lifted her up & go to Vegas and marry her.

    • @Thegazelle1000
      @Thegazelle1000 3 роки тому

      @@cozettem8226 yes he was!

  • @missssme8321
    @missssme8321 8 місяців тому +10

    He held back those tears 😢 rip to the beautiful and talented Whitney Houston ❤️

  • @susansuarez8954
    @susansuarez8954 8 місяців тому +7

    Back in 2023 to listen to Kevin talk from his heart, not a script. We will love you & miss you forever Whitney Houston! RIP

  • @tianatianaclarkeyahoocom
    @tianatianaclarkeyahoocom 8 років тому +732

    You can tell he adored Whitney!

    • @williamgordon3289
      @williamgordon3289 6 років тому +3

      All very true what you say Neil

    • @MsJenn1985
      @MsJenn1985 5 років тому +5

      He adored her. He loved every bone in her xx

    • @maureensemenchuck7245
      @maureensemenchuck7245 5 років тому +2

      Yes he truly did!

    • @rachelhernandez2621
      @rachelhernandez2621 5 років тому +2

      Yeah😥

    • @Locktwiste72
      @Locktwiste72 5 років тому +5

      You cannot tell me that this man didn't love Whitney Houston on a deeper level. If only they had turned their Bodyguard love story into real life!

  • @logancarter3499
    @logancarter3499 7 років тому +525

    i think Kevin loved whitney more than what he's telling us

    • @irenejaaskelainen9193
      @irenejaaskelainen9193 7 років тому +11

      samoin ajattelen,I think that love was there always, rakastivathan he toisiaan,muutoin ei olis tää leffa niin kaunis rakkaustarina, lovestory,Kevin loves Whitney always :)

    • @lolekbolek2702
      @lolekbolek2702 7 років тому +31

      Logan Carter I think he was her true love as well....

    • @w.w.schwoodson3670
      @w.w.schwoodson3670 6 років тому +6

      Logan Carter
      " YES "

    • @ronw1527
      @ronw1527 6 років тому +1

      Logan Carte

    • @hollywiggins439
      @hollywiggins439 6 років тому +5

      I think so I think they had a thing going on or something but who cares Kevin gave a great speech

  • @Fandom1991
    @Fandom1991 8 місяців тому +19

    I watched this speech back in 2012. To this day it still gets to me. Kevin really loved Whitney! He waited a year for her, he was there for her every step of the way, never let her fall and he was the one who chose I Will Always Love You for the film because he saw her potential and knew she could do it. This beautiful eulogy is a symbol just how special she was to him and how deeply he felt for her. They were a beautiful couple on the screen. I truly believe that there was something between them. This is an example of what a beautiful friendship and love looks like.

    • @wecandothiswarriors
      @wecandothiswarriors 8 місяців тому +2

      I’m sure she would still be with us if she chose Kevin

    • @Fandom1991
      @Fandom1991 8 місяців тому +2

      ​@@wecandothiswarriorsNo doubt in my mind she would be.

    • @Leira6267
      @Leira6267 8 місяців тому +2

      When Kevin said Whitney was his true love & regrets for not saving her, he was married. I wonder how his wife felt at the time because no man can say that lightly, unless he meant it.
      Is it normal for movie studio to wait a year for actors to accept a role?

    • @Fandom1991
      @Fandom1991 8 місяців тому +1

      @@Leira6267 Honestly I've never heard of a movie set waiting that long so in my opinion no it's not normal.

    • @peggysanford7280
      @peggysanford7280 12 днів тому

      ​@@Leira6267 yes and disrespectful to his wife. 😔

  • @bridgetsears6066
    @bridgetsears6066 Рік тому +10

    Im watching this again for the hundredth time. Because I love seeing how much a man truely loved a woman.

  • @kimvaars4657
    @kimvaars4657 Рік тому +556

    I watched her whole funeral. Bawled my eyes out. And then Kevin came on. I was almost uncontrollable. Not only did he pay such a beautiful tribute to her, but I've always loved him anyway. And this just reiterated why.

    • @angela-fl4gs
      @angela-fl4gs Рік тому +8

      I did too. 😭

    • @nekeshajoseph8794
      @nekeshajoseph8794 Рік тому +8

      I cried so much I got the cold after.

    • @corabrantley5860
      @corabrantley5860 7 місяців тому +1

      Tragedy that she was already messed up on drugs. No matter how much he might have wanted to that was something no amount of love can fix. It saddened me that she endured such abuse in her personal relationship.

  • @amanteapasionado6836
    @amanteapasionado6836 5 років тому +546

    I look a Kevin differently now. When he told the story of how everyone wanted him to pick a white singer for the movie and he refused. And than they said she couldnt do it because of touring and he made them wait a year till she was available. He really meant that when he said she was only one for the part. I could tell he saw her for who she really was and not what shr was portrayed in the media, he really cared for her and it showed in that eulogy.

    • @musiimenta123456789
      @musiimenta123456789 4 роки тому +21

      Exactly... he loved her deeply.

    • @TheFailedmessiah
      @TheFailedmessiah 3 роки тому +17

      I liked the fact she was black and he was white,

    • @Mont3000
      @Mont3000 3 роки тому +3

      Nice, I didnt know that

    • @mauriceboykin4422
      @mauriceboykin4422 3 роки тому

      Amen

    • @mjmusicchannel5687
      @mjmusicchannel5687 3 роки тому +3

      @@musiimenta123456789 Exactly how I felt about my ex high school girlfriend. The movie is practically all about the two of us. I was madly in love with her and she was the depressed rebellious one. Just like Rachel in the movie.

  • @ejl3374
    @ejl3374 11 місяців тому +58

    Kevin had such love for Whitney. I’m not sure I’ve ever heard a more beautiful eulogy in my life. I think if she would have ended up with Kevin or someone like him she’d still be here today. Thank you Kevin for giving Whitney some of the greatest love of all (pun intended)❤

  • @barbkatz1500
    @barbkatz1500 8 місяців тому +14

    Cried through that entire speech. It was as beautiful as she was. So much miss her. 💜🙏💜

  • @greapper1
    @greapper1 Рік тому +357

    You can tell he absolutely adored her. Beautiful eulogy and heartbreaking.

    • @sharonjensen3016
      @sharonjensen3016 Рік тому +24

      Kevin saw something in Whitney that others didn't. The one person who believes in you is worth more than a dozen naysayers.

  • @helenthomas6716
    @helenthomas6716 3 роки тому +192

    I believe he did love her. How sad....

  • @user-fn8xb4nn3w
    @user-fn8xb4nn3w 7 місяців тому +9

    She was such a talented lady , years have gone so fast but we all play her music her memory will never fade..💚🌍

  • @Naturally.un.bothered
    @Naturally.un.bothered 8 місяців тому +11

    I’m sitting at work in tears right now. This was beautiful. 😩🥹🥺

  • @robertkerr2997
    @robertkerr2997 9 років тому +646

    Kevin Costner got MAD props from me after this! I so wish these two had gotten together! They would have been an ideally suited couple.

    • @convertedheart
      @convertedheart 9 років тому +44

      I've always said that!

    • @Cepillo-lk6fz
      @Cepillo-lk6fz 9 років тому +44

      Yep. Much better match than she was with Bobby Brown. She mighyt have still been alive had she married Costner.

    • @robertbishop5357
      @robertbishop5357 9 років тому +13

      Cepillo 1101 Witney was using long before she met Bobby. It's hard I to know if what you suggest would have been true. Addicts are a tough group to understand. They face a tremendous amount of self doubt and insecurity. The entertainment business tends to turn it's back on the Witneys, Kurts, Belushis when they fall from grace. It's sad and unfortunate.

    • @TheThetruthcanhurt
      @TheThetruthcanhurt 9 років тому +26

      She may well be alive now if it had panned out that way. I believe Bobby was her ruin. I know she was using before Bobby, but two addicts reinforce each other.

    • @itsmissvsworld
      @itsmissvsworld 9 років тому +28

      I think he was in love with her.

  • @mynameisnotimportant2854
    @mynameisnotimportant2854 6 років тому +482

    Lord, he's trying to fight back them tears.

    • @thebookershowify
      @thebookershowify 5 років тому +39

      You can tell he really loved her. It was heart breaking to watch for me.

    • @noless
      @noless 4 роки тому +10

      If he knew her since she was a child of course it would be very emotional for him.

    • @tessarix
      @tessarix 4 роки тому +5

      Me too! Only they escaped while Kevin spoke.

  • @01Mary02
    @01Mary02 11 місяців тому +54

    Kevin Costner gave the most moving funeral speech I've heard since Princess Diana died. Well done sir.

  • @carolynhague7199
    @carolynhague7199 7 місяців тому +8

    Whitney will live forever in his heart... heartbreaking they didn't make a life together😢😢😢

  • @rmilledge19
    @rmilledge19 8 років тому +1755

    I never heard a man speak the way Kevin Costner speak about Whitney Houston it was just so beautifully said he believed in her when nobody else believed in her to be in the body guard he waited for her for almost a year he really love Whitney his speech was just outstanding and with unconditional love they had something in common they both was raised in a Baptist Church - and Whitney and him share great memories together I just don't like how the people in the church how they was looking at Kevin when he was speaking I think that's very rude and that really not on camera when the whole world is looking but nevermind on that part Kevin Costner is truly a great man and a gentleman he will always have my respect

    • @rmilledge19
      @rmilledge19 8 років тому +14

      ***** oh yes he absolutely was Whitney was one of a kind

    • @SovereignStatesman
      @SovereignStatesman 8 років тому +3

      +No sugar coating lies So he worked hard making the Goodyguard, the stupidest movie since "Out House..." wow, I'm SO impressed.

    • @toniwertman4818
      @toniwertman4818 8 років тому +52

      +No sugar coating lies
      i believed he truly loved her..there is no denying it

    • @rainenouveux8848
      @rainenouveux8848 8 років тому +51

      +Anton Schmidt So do I. Nobody can tell me that he wasn't in love with her.

    • @pamdavie4375
      @pamdavie4375 8 років тому +12

      +No sugar coating lies I agree

  • @tomhibbert1210
    @tomhibbert1210 6 років тому +366

    Whitney and Kevin were truly KINDRED SPIRITS. He clearly loved her, as we can hear in his own words here. God Bless both of them.

  • @bambibarnett6052
    @bambibarnett6052 6 місяців тому +12

    Even after all these years I wept listening to this again. She was by far my VERY FAVORITE female singer! I’ve got all her albums & miss her dearly. They’ll never be another Whitney

  • @Dragon240264074
    @Dragon240264074 5 місяців тому +19

    Dear Kevin, What a lovely speech. I still getting goosebumps right now at this moment. And again and again and again.....

  • @natiablack7144
    @natiablack7144 3 роки тому +115

    "So off you go Whitney......off you go. Escorted by an army of Angels to your Heavenly Father. And when you sing before Him don't you worry......you'll be good enough." 😭😭😭😭Kevin adored Whitney. His voice was breaking at every word he was saying. RIH Whitney Houston. 🙏🙏🙏

    • @user-ub7pk1bu8s
      @user-ub7pk1bu8s 2 місяці тому +1

      The Words Off You Go, WHITNEY, Escorted by a Army of Angels are SO BEAUTIFUL. ❤❤❤

    • @Mary-ql8gt
      @Mary-ql8gt Місяць тому +1

      I too Love Whitney Houston she was a ICON and a lengendary singer of all times. We're missing you so much.but I'll always love you. "Rest In Peace my dear Icon.'

  • @kimberlyblake4762
    @kimberlyblake4762 Рік тому +161

    They couldn't have picked a better person to speak at her funeral. He spoke so eloquently about her and it was beautiful ❤️.

  • @absolutelyangee8758
    @absolutelyangee8758 7 місяців тому +6

    His words were simply beautiful

  • @hannahrovente1649
    @hannahrovente1649 7 місяців тому +9

    What an beautiful speech from a beautiful man. RIP Whitney. 😢

  • @bignalgas1
    @bignalgas1 8 років тому +387

    I can smell a cool person a mile away... you Mr. Costner are a COOL dude..

  • @sharonwilliams8411
    @sharonwilliams8411 5 років тому +402

    I loved their chemistry in the Bodyguard. I use to always say “she should have married Kevin” ❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @carloeuro1694
      @carloeuro1694 4 роки тому +27

      Me too..they looked perfect together..like so perfect..

    • @clevelandbci9562
      @clevelandbci9562 4 роки тому +6

      Same

    • @robertyates3980
      @robertyates3980 4 роки тому +4

      Awww how sweet

    • @daves856
      @daves856 4 роки тому +19

      She would still be alive today

    • @mattmartini836
      @mattmartini836 4 роки тому +15

      haha, I reckon most of the world after seeing the movie, thought deep down that they should be together in real life.
      I think Cissy Houston would have been happier also considering Kevin is religious and grew up in the same church as Whitney

  • @silvijasavels2894
    @silvijasavels2894 7 місяців тому +19

    Thank you Kevin for those words -Whitney was to me the most amazing voice I had ever heard from the very first time I heard her sing and a beautiful woman as well.....Sadly lifes challenges took her home too soon but her memory remains and you paid her a wonderful tribute.

  • @jasmynelliott
    @jasmynelliott 3 місяці тому +9

    All these years later and this still brings me to tears. You can tell that the love Kevin had for Whitney was real, pure, and deep-and who could blame him? Flaws and all, she was a gift to this world. What a class act he is for giving such a heartfelt tribute.

  • @esgee2464
    @esgee2464 7 років тому +554

    A testament that he really was her bodyguard. God Bless. Rest in peace Whitney.

    • @daniellejones5548
      @daniellejones5548 6 років тому

      Es Gee ❤❤❤

    • @RonYoungAsElvis
      @RonYoungAsElvis 6 років тому +2

      AMEN YOU SANG LIKE AN ANGEL NOW YOUR IN HEAVEN WITH JESUS AMEN !!!!!

    • @m.j7253
      @m.j7253 6 років тому

      Es Gee awe that's nice of you to say.

    • @mayemcdonald9111
      @mayemcdonald9111 5 років тому +4

      You just made me cry.....I totally agree.

  • @queenempress2541
    @queenempress2541 7 років тому +242

    Kevin Costner.. Brave man. He puts honor in HONORABLE!!!

  • @lhem0361
    @lhem0361 8 місяців тому +8

    I totally forgot about Kevin Costner’s speech at Whitney’s Home Going Service. Kevin did appear to have intuition. That was such an emotional day for me. But googling and being reminded, Kevin wanted Whitney to play that part, and no one else. Kevin postponed the filming of the movie for a year, and to Whitney was free to play that part. Wow! This is amazing.

  • @julietsam8518
    @julietsam8518 8 місяців тому +6

    i dont think ive ever heard anything more heartfelt and full of love like this.... " dont you worry , youll be good enough,.."