Kevin Von Erich back in Texas after 20 years with stories and life lessons
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- Опубліковано 25 вер 2024
- The last surviving brother of the world-famous Von Erich brothers, Kevin Von Erich is sharing lessons he learned from overcoming massive loss and trauma.
This guy has been through unimaginable loss and still persevered
Prayers for his family. We all go through wilderness moments and I'm glad I stumbled across this video
He’s the tough one obviously
@@NukeIt2Bdone IMO God puts us in wilderness moments to learn about self and true up our priorities. Walk a "mile in my shoes" comes to mind
@NukeIt2Bdone the others were "tough"
@@Judge102 not as tough psychologically as Kevin obviously
Kevin can tough his way thru this painful world and it was too much for his brothers
"It Takes More Courage to Live Than It Does to Die"
- Kevin Von Erich
No! F kidding!
I didn't know anyone else ever said that, I've died both intentionally and accidentally. No drugs though. And I've said this since the 5th grade. Ironic , but I'm glad there is at least one other like minded person. I feel less alone.
Did u see what comes next??? I did. I was ejected from a car cuz some lady was texting and driving a freaking Hummer 😮 All the lights. All the colors 😍
@adamkondracki3201 this needs to be written in more detail
I wish I could find the clip of him saying this. I believe he was recounting the suicide of one of his brothers and how he was trying to stop him from doing it.
Kevin Von Erich is the epitome of perseverance. The amount of loss and grief he has had in his life is imaginable.
You mean unimaginable.
"I used to be an older brother and now I am not even a brother". Glad Kevin persevered and is still with us today enjoying wrestling once again.
Man I’m sorry about your brother. I have a little brother. I can’t imagine.
yeah that was a quote from Kevin Von Eric, I'm a single child @@tommygriffith9594
@@tommygriffith9594he's talking about Kevin Von Erich.
@@tommygriffith9594lol
Dude lost 5 brothers. One that was little who died in an accident.
There is no doubt that Kevin has suffered through tremendous pain, but IMO, his greatest achievement is raising two boys. Many say that they are the most well-mannered and loving people they have ever met. To me, that tells me all I need to know about Kevin.
Runs in their family. Met Kerry twice as a kid. He really was a all around wholesome man.
He also raised two daughters, Kristen and Jillian
He's also got two daughters, and 11 grandchildren now
@@billblaski9523 I guess some people think Ross and Marshall are his only children because the girls are both older than the boys. 🤷♀
@@MsJourneyfan plus the daughters don't appear in the movie. Just Ross and Marshall, as little boys.
Can't believe this man has survived so many losses in his life and he is still here. True legend
It will be sad when we find out when Kevin is gone. Praying that is not for at least 4 to 8 years. We should leave him alone when talking about his brothers meaning=Let him move on.
@@jimnfl7134 very true
@@jimnfl7134he’s 66 he’s got a good 24 years left probably like he’s fit and healthy still
Well big factor he has his own family. If none, very sad & lonely.
"Maybe it's destroying something that needs to be destroyed." This one statement,unintentionally,proves he's genuine.
“Don't quit, keep fighting” Words to live by.
I'm very proud of Kevin Von Erich
I saw Kevin and Kerry Von Erich wrestle twice as a tag team in San Angelo during this period. Legends. It's good to see that Kevin still can manage a smile on his face after what's he's been through. God Bless the Von Erichs!
Kevin is a hero. To undergo such tremendous tragedy and emerge as a kind, positive man is nothing short of heroic to a society that sorely needs such an example.
Should talk to bret
No denying his greatness but Bret plays the victim and blames everyone else..
@@aquilafifita7706 Brett is an ego maniac who can't stop putting other people down.
This poor guy lost 5 brothers. I have 5 brothers and I couldn't imagine losing any of them let alone all of them. Terrible
@@aquilafifita7706Who's Bret?
Wrestling fan or not, anyone with a Soul feels great sympathy and empathy for this dear Man. I lost a younger Sister to a traffic accident years ago and it still bothers me. I cannot begin to imagine the emotional beating he has taken, and yet, here he is. Amazing Human Being.
Probably doesn't even remember any of it
Kevin's strength and courage that got them through the past 30 years without his brothers is amazing. I am glad that he had his wife and family and found peace in Hawaii.
I grew up in Dallas watching these guys!!! They were our hometown heroes!!! My heart breaks for Kevin...he's a tough one!!!
Me too.
And yes he is
He was in shock during his last Brother's death. The TV interview is sad,he is completely numb in that clip.
Dallas is one of my dream place ever since. Dunno theres this tragedy not until today. Got to know them after watching 1992 royal rumble. im from philippines born 1982.
They were a huge part of my teenage years. Love ved The Von Erichs. So glad you fought the demons of sadness and persevered. God Bless you and yours.
He's still fighting....
New movie "The Iron claw" Zac Ephron plays Kevin.
@@walkawaycat431 I know about the movie.
@@Fabadaba don't we all. May God Bless him and his family and keep them safe always.
@missreynolds3637 When I wrote that comment, it was a month ago. I'd just found out about it myself. Pardon me.
What a man. Seriously. The wisdom Kevin has is something every human can learn from. He should be a hero to all.....
I’m just Glad Kev got out of the business when he was still young. It’s likely why he’s still with us.
This man embodies a soul of enduring hardships in life and finding strength to keep going for the sake of the happiness of loved ones. May his and the souls of his family be blessed ❤
As the oldest brother in my family the statement “I used to have 5 brothers, now I’m not even a brother” is something I thought I’d never hear.Very chilling and am glad Kevin persevered his other statement “it takes guts to live not guts to die” while his father pointed a .44 at him.Those 2 quotes hit super hard.
Siento q Fritz jamás los amo ni a Kevin ni a los demás el quizo hacer famosa a la familia y vaya q lo hizo ofreciendo en sacrificio a su hijos y ¿Para q,para q Kevin tenga q cargar con lo q su "padre" hizo? Fritz fue el destruyó a su propia familia su codicia y arrogancia lo cego Mike fue el más pena y lastima me dio no lo dejo ser lo q el quería ser y todo x "seguir con la tradicion" y aún así Fritz tuvo la audacia de apuntar a Kevin ya habia enviado a sus hermanos al otro mundo y quizo hacerlo con Kevin
I thought the first quote was used by kevin. I kept looking repeating the vid. I overlooked it, was being said by your own brother.
What’s the time stamp
I remember when he wrestled. He was the most incredible athlete I had seen.
I wouldn't have even recognized him, I can't believe the years have gone by. Man seeing him takes me back to another time.
His attitude and strength is inspirational. I never expected to get brain cancer,but after 2 surgeries and treatment..I'm still here. We learn from the bad times by choosing to not let them destroy us. Such a great video
Good bless you Kevin, you’re a warrior
Loved Kevin as a kid and all of the Von Erichs. They were Texas royalty.
Watching this video sent chills through my body. l watched the Von Erichs as a young man. What great memories watching them perform. That time went by way too fast. God bless you Kevin may your brothers rest in peace.
Don’t know how kevin deals with it. Saddest quote i heard him say years ago. “ i used to be a brother and now i’m not even a brother”. He is quite strong as a man.
A hero of mine since I was a little kid! Greatest in ring talent of all the Von Erichs. Much love Kevin!
It's hard for normal people to really relate to the highs and lows that this guy has gone through. From being the most popular people in the state, literally royalty, being able to do literally whatever they wanted, to the unimaginable tragedy of watching his brothers commit suicide. My heart breaks for Kevin.
The man is so strong. God bless him.
kevin you will probably will never see this but my god you are one strong man god bless you..brother
One of my favorite stories Kevin told
He was in his lowest of lows. He wasn't about to take his life, but he was angry at the world and just wanted to fight somebody, anybody. He felt the best place to fight was in prison, so he was going to steal a gun and get arrested. He walked into a gun store where three Texas good ol' boys (grown men, of course) were inside. Kevin just grabbed a rifle and stuffed it down his pants, stiff-legging it out of the store as the three men watched him. He turned to them and said "got somethin' to say?" and one of them just looked at him for several long moments before simply saying "we love ya, Kev" and let him leave. Kevin sat in his car with the rifle in his lap, taking in the gravity of what he had just done. He walked back into the store, set the rifle back on the counter, and gave the three men a hug and thanked them. He said that simple gesture was enough to save him.
We love ya, Kev
Brought back my fond memories of watching the Von Erich’s with my dad in Texas as a child … Kevin was always my favorite! He has great inspirational words for people. Giving God the glory is good! Through it all he still has enough wisdom to motivate!
i lost one brother and i still can't get over it for years and i never think i would, he lost 5 of em, i can't imagined
I saw Kerry Von Erich wrestle in 1991 at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. At the time, I was unaware of these tragedies, Kerry was carrying a lot inside of him. He defeated the Warlord, on June 1st 1991.
He would have wrestled that match with only one foot. You’re very lucky to have witnessed greatness
With everything he has gone through, he will always be "The Richest Man I Know." He has Love, Family and God.
I loved watching all the brothers wrestle. Good time!
I absolutely adore Kevin Von Erich, and of course the rest of the Von Erich clan. That man should be a beacon for anyone one of us. When life really gets us in the worst spots. No matter what, there is always a way out, and a reason to be. What a sad story, that did in its own way have had a good ending. I also cannot wait to see “The Claw”. Have a wonderful day my fellow wrestling fans!!!
I’m glad to hear that Kevin did eventually move back to Texas. His family is there. I’m also glad that he is a survivor of the family and he and his sons and their children are still carrying on the Von Erich name.
These guys really impacted not only wrestling but also people’s everyday lives. GOD BLESS THE VON ERICH’S!
This man made me want to grow up and move to Texas. The Best❤
so many words of wisdom in that piece...
This has been the saddest story I have ever seen. The pain in unimaginable but still it grapples the heart to face such a loss in life.
What amazing fortitude! So glad he's still standing. I remember watching the Von Erichs wrestle as part of my Saturday ritual when I was a kid. I've also lost a brother. It's a different kind of pain.
Awesome video. Kevin is a great man and great inspiration. Praise God. I do my best to keep my focus on my faith, my family and my fitness. That works for me and keeps me pointed in the right direction. 👍
Kevin is a true inspiration. What he has been through would have killed most of us, and yet he has persevered and still has his faith and come out on top
I loved watching the von Erich s Wrestling at the old Sportatorium right around from my Granddads transmission shop D.A. Blankenship and Sons back in the 60s & 70s. It is wonderful to be able to see just one of the von Erich's still around. 🙏❤️
So many Saturday mornings watching these guys 😢
Good to see Kevin! I've been watching the old WCCW on Peacock and reliving my youth through the Von Erich and Freebird feud!
His own family is what he says keep him going. Anyone else feel like giving him a Pat on the Back or cheer his name when we see him?
Just finished watching the iron claw I must say gotta be the best movie in 2023. Go watch it asap. 🙏🏽
This guy is such a humble legend
We love ya Kevin ! ✌
He have hard life. Its not easy to lose your brothers like that . And still he is ok . God bless him . He sound so sad
Seeing Kevin grow out of everything that life threw at him, makes your problems seem so insignificant.
Losing a brother to mental health issues that leads to suicide is the saddest most painful thing. Knowing you'll see each other again someday will be an indescribable healer
Thank you Sir for your perseverance, you are my hero in life and the wrestling business. Be Blessed 😇❤
Just knowing the pain and hardship this man has endured throughout his life...What an inspiration...Love you Kev.
To the von Erich family who went home rest in peace God bless to all
It's probably been said before, but _I_ never heard it, so I'll give it to Kevin. - 4:16 - " *A man doesn't learn as much from winning, as he does...from losing* .
The 80s were the golden years of wrestling so many regions and entertainment. I watched wrestling even late night.
Strong man to not just quit.
Man, as a kid watching the Von Erich’s after cartoons were over on Saturday morning was the awesome!
Wow! This is a strong, introspective man.
What an amazing man. I pray he continues to live a great fulfilling life with all his family
Kevin Von Erich, the Keanu Reeves of professional wrestling, for better or worse. Thank you.
Just like Keanu Reeves is the Kevin Von Erich of acting.
I'm a fan of the family but Kevin was My favorite.🎉👍😁
Came here after watching the movie, and I'm not ashamed to say that I may have shed a tear or two by the end of it... Having a brother, and three sisters, who I'm very close with, I couldn't imagine going through what Kevin has... He's an extremely strong man, I woulda went completely off the rails, and never came back...
The Von Erich family, real name Adkisson, are buried in the same cemetery as my grandparents. Grove Hill Cemetery in Dallas Texas.
Kevin is a true hero!
Glad you are well Kevin!
Man I hope they don't mess that movie up. It is such a remarkable story. I hope, if he's telling stories on stage, they'll be recorded for international viewers to see. The Von Erich and WCCW story is remarkable. One of the greatest stories in wrestling. A tragic story but an incredibly poignant one
God bless Kevin and the whole Von Erich family 🙏♥️
God Bless you Kevin ❤
Couldn't imagine losing all my siblings in such a tragic way. The pain that Kevin's heart must have been incredibly heavy burden on him. Glad that he was strong enough to battle through the pain and managed to stay alive all these years.
“Sometimes it’s really hard; sometimes you feel like you can’t make it - but you can. Don’t quit. Keep fighting.”
Man, I know everyone’s heard that kind of quote and sentiment a hundred times before. But when it comes from a man who had truly lost everything too fast, too soon, too violently, and came back from it a humble, good man? Truly inspiring and encouraging.
Still standing t ONE OF THE BEST🏆🌏
So good to see Kevin back in Texas he's part of the greatest dynasty in wrestling history! They should have rebuilt the arena up and re started WCCW!
He was there 4 years ago showing his boys things and telling them stories its on utube
@@dylanbarnes9191 I love that man I grew up in that era!! I'll search for it
Man I wanted to be there the Von Erichs are the pride of Texas its history of Texas🤘🏾
I used to watch him as a kid .
He's a living legend and STILL A HERO ❗💪🏾
Lumps in my throat. God bless you Kevin Von Erich.
Inspired so many with his strength and bravery
Met him in 2003-04. Good for him how he didnt make the same mistakes his brothers did.
An Innapropriate disrespectful comment from you but not surprising..
@@JesusSavedMeFromASuicideAtempt how is it disrespect. He survived. But coming fron you i guess that's expected
@@JesusSavedMeFromASuicideAtempt I don't see the comment that you replied to being disrespectful at all.
Living legend!
I watched the Von Erich's wrestling when i was growing up and remember the deaths and how Kevin was the strong one all of the time. Funny that now, he has a ranch right near mine and i drive by it alot every time thinking of the good ole days......thank you Kevin for keeping the name and your family strong!
Is he back in Texas for good?
The sportatorium should never have been torn down. It was a national treasure with so many memories within.
I came back to watch this piece one more time. It's so great to see Kevin, and listen to him speak. I mean him and Kerri were like Super Heroes to me and my little brother.
I would be Kerri, and he would be Kevin. For a kid in the 4th grade I had quite the drop kick which I put on display during many neighborhood King of the Hill battles.
The leg scissors is a move that I have actually used many times in real life fights.
I still terrorize my nieces and nephews to this day with the Iron claw. I live out in small town East Texas, I got my eyes open now, looking forward to the day I get lucky enough to run into him.
New movie "The Iron claw" Zac Ephron plays Kevin.
@@walkawaycat431 you know I am going to be there
@@walterlundy723 Ditto!
The trauma he has experienced shows very clearly on his face
I remember watching him and his brothers fight. What an exciting time it was!! These men were the best and I believe they'll always be remembered that way.❤❤
Kevin thank you you definitely gave me a lot to think about in my own losses in life you made a lot of sense!
Hi Kev! I love the Strength, Faith & Love you have shown! You will always be My Ultimate Warrior.💛
Legends in Texas!
The iron claw was brilliant bless you Kevin love to your family
Kevin is a hero he stood up and moved on never left his brothers behind he carries them in his heart meet he's sons Ross and Marshall so respectful l Ioves there family ❤
I grew up watching the Von Erich brothers on tv and live in Texas. Kevin was always my favorite. It is GREAT to see him in this interview.
More power to this man.. God Bless Kevin!!
Kiven I seen you and your brothers in the 80s.
Thank you and god Bless you and your new generation family.
From a Texas resident
He seems like a great guy and its wonderful that at least he is alive to share these incredible stories and memories. Legend.
Kerry and Kevin will always be the greatest of all time
We love you, Kevin!
😢 yet ❤. What a life!!!
God bless him! 🙏🏽