Phil being a blubbering fool over the birth of his daughter completely melted my heart! He was such a stand up guy! This story will forever be tragic to me.
I worked with him. I loved him so much as a person. He was genuine, kind, down to earth. Stood out in the business. Very tragic story. Heartbroken 💔, will never forget him.
@@lau4545 I wish we didn't live in a culture full of jokes about not respecting women and girls until you have your own daughter. It's still prevalent. Seemed like a good guy though.
@@GlassShark86 I was referring to what he said about it being even more shocking to hold his baby with the second time and how he kept starting to cry when talking about it, and not the feminism statement, but ok
I was only 12 when Phil died, but it hit me hard. Still does til this day. Couldn't watch this without crying, especially when he talked about his daughter being born. He lit up when talking about his kids. I think Brynn's killing of Phil was a complicated combination of loneliness, bitterness, and insecurity. Relationships are so much more complex than what's seen on the surface, especially when mental health and addiction are involved. I feel so bad for their children. My dad died when I was 3 and I lost my mom a few years ago. It's the worst pain imaginable to not have your parents around. Rest in peace, Phil. Your legacy lives on in your children and your work!
I'm a big Phil Hartman fan. Thank you for covering his story. When Phil was murdered, I was working with a domestic violence organization. The whole incident brought to light that men could also be victims of domestic violence. This is still an area that needs to be addressed.
exactly!! so sad i never heard of this case but its so sad that many men go through dv alone because of the stigma. I’m praying that those men get the help needed and the ones who couldn’t 💔.
100% agree. Given the stats on the most common motive behind murder/suicides ("if i cant have them, nobody can"), I'm comfortable drawing the conclusion that Brynn wanted what he had and couldn't stand the thought of him enjoying that fame and adoration she so deeply wanted to herself. He was such a talent and the world lost a great light that day.
Phil was the voice actor for Jiji in the English Disney dub of Kiki's Delivery Service. That was one of my favorite movies as a kid. It's so awful knowing that he had such a bright career ahead of him and his jealous wife just had to kill him. RIP Phil and much love to his kids who have now spent 25 years without their parents.
This! He was such a huge part of my childhood, I watched that movie on VHS over and over. I adored Jiji and the way he brought him to life! It’s so heartbreaking to hear of his tragedy.
Apparently Brynne was constantly accusing him of cheating and everyone who knew them said he would never, she was just super insecure and paranoid (I’m sure the drugs only egged on the paranoia). Also apparently she had been to rehab and been clean right before this happened (hence Phil saying they were doing really good) and it was Andy Dick who she ran into and he gave her coke and she relapsed and this happened right after. Jim Belushi saw Andy at a restaurant shortly after and knocked him out.
Jon Lovitz also slammed Andy Dick’s head into a bar after Andy made a joke about putting the “Phil Hartman hex” on him and that he would be next to die. (Jon Lovitz was a really close friend of Phil’s and had joined the cast of News Radio when Phil died. Andy Dick was also on the show with Phil and later Jon.)
@@cortneyblohm466Thank you for explaining. I've heard Andy Dick talk in radio interviews, like O + A, several times about how cruel Lovitz was to him on set, citing realistic-sounding examples. He made J.L. sound like a sadistic monster who talked a lot of trash about Phil Hartman. This is a such a different picture, I get now why and how much J.L. must have hated Dick.
I cried at work when I found out about Robin Williams death 💔 Growing up with his movies brought me SO much comfort & it’s heartbreaking to know how much pain Robin was in at the end - even if the pain was just mental, sometimes that hurts more than any physical pain.
It's true when they say the people with the biggest smile hide the most pain. RIP Robin Williams you are missed. RIP Phil I hope your watching your babies grow from above.
What a wonderful gift to his daughter that video was. The one where he expressed how overjoyed and emotional he was to have her. My daughter lost her father as a child (she's a teen now) and seeing anything he left behind that shows how much he loved her is a blessing.
Thanks so much for taking the time to do this case! Phil Hartman is missed in comedy for sure. As always, you handled the case with compassion and class. ❤
I remember this as if it was yesterday. This was truly sad. Phil Hartman was one of my favorite characters. I loved him on Saturday night live but especially on News Radio. This was devastating. May he continue to sleep peacefully ❤.. thanks for covering his story Kendall
I remember watching him in the movie Jingle All the Way with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sinbad and his voice acting in Kiki's Delivery Service (Jiji) and Sabrina the Teenage Witch (Salem)! He was a true icon who was taken before he deserved. My heart goes out to his children, they've suffered the most 😔💕
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I was 20 years old when Phil was murdered. He'd been a comedic presence in my life as far back as I could remember. My friends and I were all devastated! Especially since Chris Farley had tragically died only 5 months before Phil!
So tragic. If you’ve never seen him alongside Sinbad in the movie Houseguest, it's still wildly entertaining after all of these years. His comedic genius will live always. You masterfully covered this case while honoring his life, legacy, and talent. Much appreciated.
That is one of my all time favorite movies! I was just a toddler when he was taken from this world but goodness he has always been a favorite of mine. Houseguest, Jingle All The Way, News Radio. Such an incredible comedian and seemed like such a genuinely nice person 💔
I seem to recall controversy over this. That she was working on recovery, and at a party, Andy Dick gave her coke, and she was coked out when she shot Phil, and everyone blamed Andy Dick for Phil's death.
I wouldn't say she was "insane" at the time, but the fact that she didn't try to conceal it and seemingly hadn't made any plans for what to do afterward does suggest it wasn't something she had thought out. It seems like an extremely impulsive, split second decision of someone who was very mentally unstable. It doesn't excuse her from responsibility, but I highly question the idea that she was "of sound mind"...especially since it doesn't seem like she often was.
She was jealous of him and didn’t want to deal with the consequences. Wow…. Such a shame that a live was taken and children were left without either parent
It’s not as simple as that. Anyone who has been a mom, losing their identity, and who has had post partum depression and anxiety, understands how mental illness works. That, combined with marital problems and drugs.. is a recipe for disaster.
@@dvsdawl It feels like you're trying to excuse her actions, which may not be the case but it does come off that way. She did something horrible to a good person who trusted her, when she had so many other options available.
Thank you so much for covering this case, I feel like it’s not talked about enough! My mom was such a huge fan of his, she even has “the best of Phil Hartman on SNL” on dvd and I watched it all the time growing up. Thankfully, his work still lives on to this day, and he continues to make us laugh. May he rest in peace 🕊️🤍
I love how respectful you are of all parties as you tell the story. There is NEVER an excuse to take someone's life, but you give an understanding of what was really happening behind the scenes. No one is perfect, and I'm sure there were faults on his side as well as hers throughout the marriage, but if you're that unhappy with your spouse, leave them, never take such drastic steps as this. So heartbreaking that his children lost their father, and the comedy world lost a treasured star. I'm in the UK so we never grew up with SNL or NewsRadio (social media and the internet has given us SNL since but not when I was young). We did have the Simpsons though, and I can hear Troy McClure in these clips you've added... so without even knowing it, he's been in my life too. May he rest in peace. Those poor babies being in the house at the time, that's so heartbreaking. I hope they are doing ok now, to lose one parent is bad enough in such traumatic circumstances, but for it to be your mother who pulled the trigger, so hard to wrap your head around
Phil's case is absolutely devastating. He was so talented & absolutely hysterical. NewsRadio is one of my favorite older shows & Phil's character Bill McNeal absolutely made that show. His murder was so incredibly saddening. Thank you for covering his story
Thank you so much for covering Phil’s case. He was such a bright light. I was devastated when the news broke about Phil’s murder. He wasn’t just a loss to comedy but also the world.
I loved Phil Hartman's comedy and his personality on screen. When he died it was a shock. No one could believe he was dead and even more incredible he was murdered by his wife! Just unbelievable. It was a sad, sad day when the news broke and I'll never forget it. God bless Phil Hartman and may he rest in peace. Such a shame.
Man, feeling my age on this one 😳. As a 54 y.o. I was a huge Phil Hartman fan, and remember this case like it was yesterday 😔...such a huge talent, a genuine humor. It's so sad; his wife couldn't cope & chose to take him away from their children & loved ones.
I remember when this story broke on the news as a kid. Even as a child it hurt my heart so much when we lost him. I was 10, and had grown up watching him on snl and Simpsons
I was around the same age as you when this happened. My favorite character of his was Troy McClure. His death never sat right with me. I still feel angry and sad whenever I hear or think about it. RIP Phil 😢
When you said you were 5 when he passed away that aged me TERRIBLY. In my mind we’re the same age😂 This guy was hilarious and when he died it bothered me bc I didn’t understand why his wife would do this. Thanks for covering his life and career.
I was 5 years old when he passed as well! I knew his voice sounded familiar because I watched The Simpsons as a kid and watched the older episodes from the 90s. I was wondering why Lionel Hutz and Troy Mclure disappeared from The Simpsons after a while I thought he probably just left or got fired or whatever but sadly, I know the truth 💔
Thank you for ALWAYS talking about addiction with respect. It’s one of the reasons (and there are many) that I respect you and love watching your content. I hit 4 years , 3 months and 20 days clean TODAY!!! This is a really sad case.
Kendall, thank you for being a light to so many who need it. Your level of respect and integrity for these victims is unmatched. We appreciate you and your impact! ❤️
As someone who watched him at the end of his career, he was an immense loss to the comedic community. Every time I see or hear about him I get sad all over again thinking about all he had to give and what he could have done in his career. He’s still missed by so many ❤
He actually did make it to the big screen….Houseguest was a regular movie that was played in our home when we were kids. I think that added fuel to her jealousy. He was such a bright light. ❤
I grew up watching old skits of Phil with my parents. He's one of my favorite SNL cast members of all time. He and his skits are so formative to my sense of humor. This story hurts every time.
His voice was a huge part of my childhood. My family are all massive The Simpsons fans. His voice acting as Troy Mcclure and Lionel Hutz etc is amazing. Rest in peace, Phil ❤
kendall, you’re so right about phil being great even in skits where he’s not the star. it’s beyond hilarious watching him try to keep it together during van down by the river. his story breaks my heart, he should’ve been able to have a much longer and happier career and a life with his children.
I’m one of your older viewers - still get cold chills over Phil’s life story & how it ended 😢 This was an unexpected story, thank you for covering it. Phil was so fun to watch ❤️🩹
i love how respectful you are with discussing true crime and the victims- even the perpetrators/ murderers!! like with phil’s kids here, you simply touch on his daughter’s public social media and how his son “isn’t very public on social media and that’s prob on purpose” and leave it at that made me giggle. love you kendall!!
Poor Phil Hartman. He and his children deserved better. Fun fact, Phil Hartman was originally cast as Zapp Brannigan on Futurama but he died before production began so he was replaced by Billy West. Billy West based his performance on Phil. So even though it's Billy voicing Zapp, he sounds like Phil.
I was so sad when this happened. He was such a wonderful person, it's such a shame this was how his legacy ended. We all still have the memories of his talent, at least.
I'm only 16 but recognized Phil's smile immediately. I've lived with my great grandparents most of my life and we used to watch reruns of his shows all the time because my grandpa and grandma absolutely loved him. I never knew this is what happened to him. His life was so beautfiul and he seemed like such a genuine person.
Thank you for telling Phil's story - I'm constantly surprised that this isn't discussed more on other true crime channels and podcasts! I hope his children are thriving.
I’m so thankful that you’re covering this case! I never would have imagined, but here I am, there you go outdoing yourself! You’re amazing! He would be so thankful for how kindly you show him to be.
This case breaks my heart, such a talented man who had SO much more to give to the world- that’s what gets me in any case actually, how much more these people have to offer the world and experience for themselves but their lives get snuffed out too soon and we all get robbed wonderful of people
I honestly think the combo of bren drinking on top of her meds played some part of it. Plus the jealousy and resentment she had against him. I remember when this happened. The world was saddened. He was really lived by so many people especially old school snl lovers!! Bless his soul and bless his kids .
Can’t believe you are covering this! Phil Hartman was a legend and deserved so much better❤️ I’m so glad he gets to live on through his work and keep us all laughing. Rest in peace Phil I just want to add to the part about their fights, her own family sadly said it was her. They said she was very selfish and just wanted fame. I think if anything, he didn’t fight back which made her more mad. I understand the “it takes 2 to tango” comment but I really get the impression that she was jealous, would yell at him and he would just walk away which would just anger her more. It is clear to everyone including his kids how much he loved them which is unfortunately why he stayed.
I remember him as a kid from his voice. I’ve seen other videos on this case. It’s really sad. Zoloft is the #1 antidepressant in the US. If this was a real side effect then we’d have a lot more murders. Other videos have gone through their alleged fights and how she was abusive and controlling.
i did really well on zoloft for a year, until it spontaneously stopped working. then again, i wasn't doing cocaine and counteracting the balancing of serotonin by flooding my brain with more of it. everyone has different reactions to antidepressants. my best friend does really great with prozac, but for me it caused a sodium deficency and brain fog. i'm actually much less reactive and agitated on my medication, pristiq, than i am off of it.
It’s not the Zoloft. It’s her depression and drug use and lost identity as a mother. We don’t know what their relationship was like. When they fought, maybe he made her feel like a loser compared to him. We’ll never know.
I was living in San Francisco in the same neighborhood as Robin Williams. NO ONE can say anything bad about him. I got to know more about his mental health struggles as I started getting treated for my own. I don’t know how he brought so much joy and laughter into the world while battling so much in his head. I was too young to have followed Phil’s career but I’m going to research it now. Thank you for bringing mental health and addiction into the light.
Broke my heart when he was murdered. I grew up watching him on SNL and News Radio and of course listening to him on The Simpsons! Thank you for doing this episode.
So funny and absolutely beloved by everyone who knew him. My dad was a huge fan, so I remember when he passed because my dad was so upset, especially with how it happened.
I was on Zoloft, and it was terrible. I also drank on it, but it never not once made me homicidal. It sounds like the kids were about to heal and I am happy and proud for them. It takes a lot to heal from a situation like this.
I take sertraline (Zoloft is the brand name) and it has really made an improvement in my life, but I don't really drink and have never touched drugs. I wonder if the combination of alcohol, cocaine, and mental health issues along with the zoloft could have brought her to that point.
I remember when this happened, my mon was so heart broken. It was tragic indeed, and while I know Brynn had a lot of issues, to take her husband’s life while their children were there is unforgivable.
She was very VERY insecure. Phil was friends with his ex which is how healthy secure adults communicate. Brynn went after her and threatened her. She feared her only chance at fame was being his wife. When she was called a " model" she knew she NEVER made a living at it. I modeled in a foreign country for a man who had boutiques. I AM NOT A MODEL. I can call myself a model to make me feel good but I'm not a model. The only reason he hired me was because the local women consider it beneath them and models are considered prostitutes among their peers. Heck I'm from California. We don't care about our reputations.
to see you do a canadian case is so amazing to me ❤ usually i don’t see too many youtubers talking about true crime in canada. thank you for spreading this story ❤️🕊️🇨🇦
Phil’s story is just so tragic. He was a comedic legend. Watching the clip of him talk about his daughter’s birth breaks my heart. I feel so terrible for his two kids.
A sad story. I was a little confused 30:51. You said Brynn and her friend Ron went back to the house, and Ron called the police, but another friend had already called the police and police were already there by the time they pulled up.
Phil made me laugh so hard back in the day and now whenever I look him up on UA-cam, that's what I remember the most...not his senseless murder. RIP Phil ❤
I remember this but, I never knew anything about him and his life. Kendall you are an amazing storyteller and I really enjoy listening to you. Thank you for being so gentle with these stories. You are the best!
Can I just say how so beyond impressed with your work ethic as a first time mama to your beautiful baby girl, I’ve been watching your content for over 5 years & you just keep getting better & better! You deserve all the beautiful blessings this world has to offer💕🫶🏽 love ya!
Him as Frankenstein’s Monster 😂🤣😂🤣😂 look it up, it’s too ridiculous… I’m middle aged, so I grew up watching him. He was HILARIOUS… I very very much remember unfrozen caveman lawyer 😂😂🤣
I am Mexican, so once removed from American culture, but I was around 12 years old when he suddenly disappeared from Newsradio. He was my favorite character. Also he had not one Simpsons character, but a whole host of them and one of the reasones I specifically looked for the Simpsons in English, he was amazing! He was the first "Star" I liked to be a victim of violence, he was such a loss and he's been so missed.
Addiction isn't the disease itself. It's what LEADS to mental illness. We are all addicted to something. Whether it be sugar, soda, chocolate, drugs, sex, running, video games and more. So don't say addiction is the disease. It's the chemicals in the drugs that lead to mental illness!
Thank you for ALWAYS standing up for the truth behind addiction. It means a lot to me and many others I’m sure. I hope as a society we can remove the stigma surrounding it. That would be amazing.. As a recovering addict myself, I’ve argued the science behind it for YEARS. It’s sad how many people don’t see the disease as a “real disease”. Thank you kendall, thank you so much! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
I grew up with him on my TV. I remember when he died. First we got the shock of his death. Then we found out it was his wife. Wow. Amazing guy, we will miss you, original Zapp Brannigan.
I remember Phil Hartman dying. It was very sad and shocking. I remember him from SNL and news radio. He was one of my favorite characters. I never knew it was his wife that killed him.
As a comedy nerd and HUGE fan of Phil, I’m happy you covered this. I was also 5 when he passed but it’s definitely someone that hurts for me to think about this happening to.
It’s always so infuriating when (anyone), but especially somebody that makes such an impact on people around the world, to get taken away by someone so selfish & evil.
My mom grew up with him so I knew of him a little bit and one thing my mom liked and noticed is that in interviews he always seemed really considerate trying to make other people happy.
I loved Phil and I still get sad about his passing. My mom had told me it was a heart attack. I only learned a few years ago that he was murdered. We share a birthday month/day. He was such a warm light during horrible times in our family. RIP I still get so upset. ;-;
Phil being a blubbering fool over the birth of his daughter completely melted my heart! He was such a stand up guy! This story will forever be tragic to me.
Haha "stand up" guy
@@junejune9619Phil would appreciate that you caught that!
When the wife said she left rehab because she missed her kids...makes me wonder, if he had divorced her, would she have killed them...
@@RogerLewis-ey2tt I don’t even want to think about that.
Phil Hartman is Universally Admired While His Wife is Despised! Even Left Her Kids to Suffer though She Didn't Deserve Them. Tragic!
I worked with him. I loved him so much as a person. He was genuine, kind, down to earth. Stood out in the business. Very tragic story. Heartbroken 💔, will never forget him.
Can you say in what capacity? Did you meet her as well?
Tyvm for sharing! It helps us know he really WAS a nice guy.
Hearing him talking about his children..literally brought me to tears. He was SO passionate about being a parent.
Like, literally! It was so beautiful, genuine and adorable the way he spoke about the birth of his daughter 🥹
@@lau4545 I wish we didn't live in a culture full of jokes about not respecting women and girls until you have your own daughter. It's still prevalent. Seemed like a good guy though.
@@GlassShark86 I was referring to what he said about it being even more shocking to hold his baby with the second time and how he kept starting to cry when talking about it, and not the feminism statement, but ok
@@lau4545 Yeah I got that. It's not an argument unless you make it one.
@@GlassShark86😂🤣
I was only 12 when Phil died, but it hit me hard. Still does til this day. Couldn't watch this without crying, especially when he talked about his daughter being born. He lit up when talking about his kids. I think Brynn's killing of Phil was a complicated combination of loneliness, bitterness, and insecurity. Relationships are so much more complex than what's seen on the surface, especially when mental health and addiction are involved. I feel so bad for their children. My dad died when I was 3 and I lost my mom a few years ago. It's the worst pain imaginable to not have your parents around. Rest in peace, Phil. Your legacy lives on in your children and your work!
Beautifully stated, rest in peace.
I'm a big Phil Hartman fan. Thank you for covering his story. When Phil was murdered, I was working with a domestic violence organization. The whole incident brought to light that men could also be victims of domestic violence. This is still an area that needs to be addressed.
exactly!! so sad i never heard of this case but its so sad that many men go through dv alone because of the stigma. I’m praying that those men get the help needed and the ones who couldn’t 💔.
It was so sad. Domestic violence towards men was in the news for a while after this because of him.
100% agree. Given the stats on the most common motive behind murder/suicides ("if i cant have them, nobody can"), I'm comfortable drawing the conclusion that Brynn wanted what he had and couldn't stand the thought of him enjoying that fame and adoration she so deeply wanted to herself. He was such a talent and the world lost a great light that day.
Agreed 100. Hopefully the Depp Heard case has brought a little more light
I loved Phil, whether he was making us laugh on SNL or the Simpsons( wasnt he also on News Radio as well?) Phil was a great talent ❤
Phil was the voice actor for Jiji in the English Disney dub of Kiki's Delivery Service. That was one of my favorite movies as a kid. It's so awful knowing that he had such a bright career ahead of him and his jealous wife just had to kill him. RIP Phil and much love to his kids who have now spent 25 years without their parents.
This! He was such a huge part of my childhood, I watched that movie on VHS over and over. I adored Jiji and the way he brought him to life! It’s so heartbreaking to hear of his tragedy.
That movie meant EVERYTHING to me when I was a child. Even inspired me to write a fantasy duology.
He also played Arnold Schwarzenegger's neighbor nemesis in "Jingle All the Way" 😅
That role was one of his last; if I remember right, it was released posthumously.
Apparently Brynne was constantly accusing him of cheating and everyone who knew them said he would never, she was just super insecure and paranoid (I’m sure the drugs only egged on the paranoia). Also apparently she had been to rehab and been clean right before this happened (hence Phil saying they were doing really good) and it was Andy Dick who she ran into and he gave her coke and she relapsed and this happened right after. Jim Belushi saw Andy at a restaurant shortly after and knocked him out.
I think it was Jon Lovitz who knocked him out, but thank GOD someone called Andy dickhead out, heck that guy
Jon Lovitz also slammed Andy Dick’s head into a bar after Andy made a joke about putting the “Phil Hartman hex” on him and that he would be next to die.
(Jon Lovitz was a really close friend of Phil’s and had joined the cast of News Radio when Phil died. Andy Dick was also on the show with Phil and later Jon.)
Andy Dick faded into obscurity ever since. What a prick.
Andy Dick is a disgusting human being.
@@cortneyblohm466Thank you for explaining. I've heard Andy Dick talk in radio interviews, like O + A, several times about how cruel Lovitz was to him on set, citing realistic-sounding examples. He made J.L. sound like a sadistic monster who talked a lot of trash about Phil Hartman. This is a such a different picture, I get now why and how much J.L. must have hated Dick.
Phil and especially Robin Williams’ death, left a black hole in the comedy world that can’t be filled. There’s nobody like them. ❤
I cried at work when I found out about Robin Williams death 💔 Growing up with his movies brought me SO much comfort & it’s heartbreaking to know how much pain Robin was in at the end - even if the pain was just mental, sometimes that hurts more than any physical pain.
It's true when they say the people with the biggest smile hide the most pain. RIP Robin Williams you are missed. RIP Phil I hope your watching your babies grow from above.
I love Robin Williams and I don’t think we have any one as good as him right now in comedy
This comment was the first time I heard Robin Williams had died. I still have the CD of Ms. Doubtfire.
@@the1unknown130 he died in 2014…. I don’t buy you haven’t heard of his passing till this comment
This story always upset me from the very first time I heard it, so glad you are covering it.
AMAZING coverage as always!!
I also consider this a huge tribute!
What a wonderful gift to his daughter that video was. The one where he expressed how overjoyed and emotional he was to have her. My daughter lost her father as a child (she's a teen now) and seeing anything he left behind that shows how much he loved her is a blessing.
My heart broke when the news of Phil's death broke. I loved him and his work. This was such a tragedy. 😢 Continue to rest in peace Phil.
Right. It was such crushing news. He was so funny and seemed so genuine.
I can't believe it's been 25 years. 😪
Same here. I adored him. It was so heartbreaking!
@@virginiagirl6628 I hope Phil, Robin Williams, and Chris Farley are together in heaven.
@@CalypsoNurse23same 🥺 idk phil i dont think, but i loved the other two
Thanks so much for taking the time to do this case! Phil Hartman is missed in comedy for sure. As always, you handled the case with compassion and class. ❤
I remember this as if it was yesterday. This was truly sad. Phil Hartman was one of my favorite characters. I loved him on Saturday night live but especially on News Radio. This was devastating. May he continue to sleep peacefully ❤.. thanks for covering his story Kendall
Oh I loved News Radio! I forgot he was in that show.
Character? You mean actor?
@@darkb4light06I said character because he was a character on News Radio. But you you understood what I meant 😂
I loved watching news radio what's the deal with Bill McNeal 😢
@@yenilopez9449 I have the dvd set. Seen twice when medically benched. But never an episode after he's replaced.
I remember watching him in the movie Jingle All the Way with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sinbad and his voice acting in Kiki's Delivery Service (Jiji) and Sabrina the Teenage Witch (Salem)! He was a true icon who was taken before he deserved. My heart goes out to his children, they've suffered the most 😔💕
Fun fact: I watched your last video from a salon in Cairo and the girl next to me looked over my shoulder and was like, “I love Kendall Rae! You also watch murder cases during a manicure?!” Thanks for making me a friend! Would love to hear your take on “The Dressmaker” case! 🇪🇬🤗💅
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Girl, Cairo, Egypt? cuz if so then we should form a club here
@@sylviagad8866 yep!!
Fun Fact : Not all fun facts are fun facts.
I was 20 years old when Phil was murdered. He'd been a comedic presence in my life as far back as I could remember. My friends and I were all devastated! Especially since Chris Farley had tragically died only 5 months before Phil!
Phil Hartman was one of the funniest humans/alumni on SNL. So sad what happened to him.
So tragic. If you’ve never seen him alongside Sinbad in the movie Houseguest, it's still wildly entertaining after all of these years. His comedic genius will live always. You masterfully covered this case while honoring his life, legacy, and talent. Much appreciated.
That is one of my all time favorite movies! I was just a toddler when he was taken from this world but goodness he has always been a favorite of mine. Houseguest, Jingle All The Way, News Radio. Such an incredible comedian and seemed like such a genuinely nice person 💔
Love that movie
One of my favorite movies ever!!
She knew exactly what she was doing. The fact that she could have called her sister to look after her kids tell you she was in sound mind.
I seem to recall controversy over this. That she was working on recovery, and at a party, Andy Dick gave her coke, and she was coked out when she shot Phil, and everyone blamed Andy Dick for Phil's death.
Not to mention how good she was able to operate a firearm. I remember being drunk & can barely walk, far less operate a complex piece of equipment 😮
Exactly
I wouldn't say she was "insane" at the time, but the fact that she didn't try to conceal it and seemingly hadn't made any plans for what to do afterward does suggest it wasn't something she had thought out. It seems like an extremely impulsive, split second decision of someone who was very mentally unstable. It doesn't excuse her from responsibility, but I highly question the idea that she was "of sound mind"...especially since it doesn't seem like she often was.
@@smartasafartyeah I remember an interview with John Lovitz where he said he almost kicked Andy Dick's ass for killing Phil
She was jealous of him and didn’t want to deal with the consequences. Wow…. Such a shame that a live was taken and children were left without either parent
It’s not as simple as that. Anyone who has been a mom, losing their identity, and who has had post partum depression and anxiety, understands how mental illness works. That, combined with marital problems and drugs.. is a recipe for disaster.
@@dvsdawl It feels like you're trying to excuse her actions, which may not be the case but it does come off that way. She did something horrible to a good person who trusted her, when she had so many other options available.
Thank you so much for covering this case, I feel like it’s not talked about enough! My mom was such a huge fan of his, she even has “the best of Phil Hartman on SNL” on dvd and I watched it all the time growing up. Thankfully, his work still lives on to this day, and he continues to make us laugh. May he rest in peace 🕊️🤍
I love how respectful you are of all parties as you tell the story. There is NEVER an excuse to take someone's life, but you give an understanding of what was really happening behind the scenes. No one is perfect, and I'm sure there were faults on his side as well as hers throughout the marriage, but if you're that unhappy with your spouse, leave them, never take such drastic steps as this. So heartbreaking that his children lost their father, and the comedy world lost a treasured star. I'm in the UK so we never grew up with SNL or NewsRadio (social media and the internet has given us SNL since but not when I was young). We did have the Simpsons though, and I can hear Troy McClure in these clips you've added... so without even knowing it, he's been in my life too. May he rest in peace. Those poor babies being in the house at the time, that's so heartbreaking. I hope they are doing ok now, to lose one parent is bad enough in such traumatic circumstances, but for it to be your mother who pulled the trigger, so hard to wrap your head around
Phil's case is absolutely devastating. He was so talented & absolutely hysterical. NewsRadio is one of my favorite older shows & Phil's character Bill McNeal absolutely made that show. His murder was so incredibly saddening. Thank you for covering his story
The real deal with bill mcneal! 🥰
Phil talking about his daughter, my heart bursted 🥰
Thank you so much for covering Phil’s case. He was such a bright light. I was devastated when the news broke about Phil’s murder. He wasn’t just a loss to comedy but also the world.
I loved Phil Hartman's comedy and his personality on screen. When he died it was a shock. No one could believe he was dead and even more incredible he was murdered by his wife! Just unbelievable. It was a sad, sad day when the news broke and I'll never forget it. God bless Phil Hartman and may he rest in peace. Such a shame.
Man, feeling my age on this one 😳. As a 54 y.o. I was a huge Phil Hartman fan, and remember this case like it was yesterday 😔...such a huge talent, a genuine humor. It's so sad; his wife couldn't cope & chose to take him away from their children & loved ones.
More that she was a domestic abuser.
I remember when this story broke on the news as a kid. Even as a child it hurt my heart so much when we lost him. I was 10, and had grown up watching him on snl and Simpsons
They talked about it on entertainment tonight every night for a while. So sad 😢
I knew I recognised his voice! From the Simpsons!!
I was around the same age as you when this happened. My favorite character of his was Troy McClure. His death never sat right with me. I still feel angry and sad whenever I hear or think about it. RIP Phil 😢
I was 12 and I remember seeing this and Chris Farley's passing. The fact he was murdered felt shocking and horrible
When you said you were 5 when he passed away that aged me TERRIBLY. In my mind we’re the same age😂 This guy was hilarious and when he died it bothered me bc I didn’t understand why his wife would do this. Thanks for covering his life and career.
Lol same. I was 19 when he died.
Same!
Same!! 😂😂 I was 13
I was 5 years old when he passed as well! I knew his voice sounded familiar because I watched The Simpsons as a kid and watched the older episodes from the 90s. I was wondering why Lionel Hutz and Troy Mclure disappeared from The Simpsons after a while I thought he probably just left or got fired or whatever but sadly, I know the truth 💔
Same, I am 46. 😊
I feel like Phil Hartman was the first to show us that men can be abuse victims, too
He also voiced the cat in Kiki’s delivery service. He was in the middle of filming it when he was murdered. They honored him at the end of the film
Thank you for ALWAYS talking about addiction with respect. It’s one of the reasons (and there are many) that I respect you and love watching your content.
I hit 4 years , 3 months and 20 days clean TODAY!!!
This is a really sad case.
Keep up the amazing work, so proud of you, be proud of yourself as well!
Congratulations 🎊
Congrats on your success, rest in peace to all in the Hartman family.
That is a HUGE accomplishment. Congratulations!
Kendall, thank you for being a light to so many who need it. Your level of respect and integrity for these victims is unmatched. We appreciate you and your impact! ❤️
Yes she is very considerate, compasionate, and respectful. God Bless!
I echo that. Well said.
@@MsAlonzo26 Thanks!!
Hearing him talk about his daughter's birth is so beautiful and sweet!
As someone who watched him at the end of his career, he was an immense loss to the comedic community. Every time I see or hear about him I get sad all over again thinking about all he had to give and what he could have done in his career. He’s still missed by so many ❤
As a note, I love reading all the comments about loving him so much. He truly was a legend and I don’t think he knew how loved he was.
He actually did make it to the big screen….Houseguest was a regular movie that was played in our home when we were kids. I think that added fuel to her jealousy. He was such a bright light. ❤
This still breaks my heart. Everyone speaks so highly of him. I loved him on SNL and NewsRadio!
I grew up watching old skits of Phil with my parents. He's one of my favorite SNL cast members of all time. He and his skits are so formative to my sense of humor. This story hurts every time.
He was a truly talented and lovely person, and it’s tragic what happened to him. May he rest in peace. Sending his children nothing but love and light
His voice was a huge part of my childhood. My family are all massive The Simpsons fans. His voice acting as Troy Mcclure and Lionel Hutz etc is amazing. Rest in peace, Phil ❤
I had no idea he was dead let alone murdered. I just messaged the fam and we're all shocked! (we're big Simpson's fans too)😢
I cried a bit when this happened. This guy was freaking hilarious and a huge part of my Saturday nights.
kendall, you’re so right about phil being great even in skits where he’s not the star. it’s beyond hilarious watching him try to keep it together during van down by the river. his story breaks my heart, he should’ve been able to have a much longer and happier career and a life with his children.
I was 19 when he died. He was one of my faves on SNL. The 90s brought out some great SNL comedians of all time!
I’m one of your older viewers - still get cold chills over Phil’s life story & how it ended 😢
This was an unexpected story, thank you for covering it. Phil was so fun to watch ❤️🩹
This case is so heartbreaking. His death was such a loss to comedy. Thank you for covering this one
i love how respectful you are with discussing true crime and the victims- even the perpetrators/ murderers!! like with phil’s kids here, you simply touch on his daughter’s public social media and how his son “isn’t very public on social media and that’s prob on purpose” and leave it at that made me giggle. love you kendall!!
Sending all my positive vibes and prayers to Phil’s children…thank you Phil for giving so much of you to make others happy! May you rest in peace!xo
Poor Phil Hartman. He and his children deserved better.
Fun fact, Phil Hartman was originally cast as Zapp Brannigan on Futurama but he died before production began so he was replaced by Billy West. Billy West based his performance on Phil. So even though it's Billy voicing Zapp, he sounds like Phil.
The character Philip j fry was named in his honor.🕊️
I remember when this unfolded on the news. Phill Hartman was the best at everything.
So tragic 😢
Same, and didn’t think I wanted to watch this, the reminders, bc 😢, but this was a really great tribute...! Very Well done!
I was so sad when this happened. He was such a wonderful person, it's such a shame this was how his legacy ended. We all still have the memories of his talent, at least.
I'm so glad you are covering this. This is a truly sad story.
Phil Hartman was absolutely amazing. Incredibly funny and talented man. His death is terribly tragic and he was taken way too soon.
Loved him on Simpsons. I am constantly missing Troy McClure and Lionel Hutz
I'm only 16 but recognized Phil's smile immediately. I've lived with my great grandparents most of my life and we used to watch reruns of his shows all the time because my grandpa and grandma absolutely loved him. I never knew this is what happened to him. His life was so beautfiul and he seemed like such a genuine person.
Thank you for telling Phil's story - I'm constantly surprised that this isn't discussed more on other true crime channels and podcasts! I hope his children are thriving.
I’m so thankful that you’re covering this case! I never would have imagined, but here I am, there you go outdoing yourself! You’re amazing! He would be so thankful for how kindly you show him to be.
This case breaks my heart, such a talented man who had SO much more to give to the world- that’s what gets me in any case actually, how much more these people have to offer the world and experience for themselves but their lives get snuffed out too soon and we all get robbed wonderful of people
I honestly think the combo of bren drinking on top of her meds played some part of it. Plus the jealousy and resentment she had against him. I remember when this happened. The world was saddened. He was really lived by so many people especially old school snl lovers!! Bless his soul and bless his kids .
Can’t believe you are covering this! Phil Hartman was a legend and deserved so much better❤️ I’m so glad he gets to live on through his work and keep us all laughing. Rest in peace Phil
I just want to add to the part about their fights, her own family sadly said it was her. They said she was very selfish and just wanted fame. I think if anything, he didn’t fight back which made her more mad. I understand the “it takes 2 to tango” comment but I really get the impression that she was jealous, would yell at him and he would just walk away which would just anger her more. It is clear to everyone including his kids how much he loved them which is unfortunately why he stayed.
Every Christmas my brother & I watch 'Jingle all the way', we love Phil!
I loved Phil Hartman I was devastated by his loss. His wife was evil for what she did
I was devastated when his death was announced. He would have blown up and taken over comedy in Y2K. Thank you for telling his story.
I remember him as a kid from his voice. I’ve seen other videos on this case. It’s really sad. Zoloft is the #1 antidepressant in the US. If this was a real side effect then we’d have a lot more murders. Other videos have gone through their alleged fights and how she was abusive and controlling.
Seems like zoloft wasn't working for her, or the alcohol and cocaine overcame any good the zoloft could do.
@@WouldntULikeToKnow. agreed
i did really well on zoloft for a year, until it spontaneously stopped working. then again, i wasn't doing cocaine and counteracting the balancing of serotonin by flooding my brain with more of it.
everyone has different reactions to antidepressants. my best friend does really great with prozac, but for me it caused a sodium deficency and brain fog. i'm actually much less reactive and agitated on my medication, pristiq, than i am off of it.
SHE WAS A DRUG ADDICT. A selfish unappreciative woman. Changed her name
It’s not the Zoloft. It’s her depression and drug use and lost identity as a mother. We don’t know what their relationship was like. When they fought, maybe he made her feel like a loser compared to him. We’ll never know.
He was truly one of the best. He and Chris Farley will always have a big place in my heart as comedians who were taken too soon💖
I was living in San Francisco in the same neighborhood as Robin Williams. NO ONE can say anything bad about him. I got to know more about his mental health struggles as I started getting treated for my own. I don’t know how he brought so much joy and laughter into the world while battling so much in his head. I was too young to have followed Phil’s career but I’m going to research it now. Thank you for bringing mental health and addiction into the light.
Broke my heart when he was murdered. I grew up watching him on SNL and News Radio and of course listening to him on The Simpsons! Thank you for doing this episode.
Omg! Thank you for covering this! Phil was awesome! I remember being a kid when this happened. So sad 😢
So funny and absolutely beloved by everyone who knew him. My dad was a huge fan, so I remember when he passed because my dad was so upset, especially with how it happened.
I remember him a little bit. I was 7 when he was killed and he was very funny and very talented. What a tragedy and a loss. RIP Phil!
I love how you get straight into the case.
He was in impeccable actor/comedian. One of my favorite movies is Jingle All The Way.
Thank you for covering this in such great detail. He was such a great person & father , it is so heartbreaking , rest his soul
I was on Zoloft, and it was terrible. I also drank on it, but it never not once made me homicidal. It sounds like the kids were about to heal and I am happy and proud for them. It takes a lot to heal from a situation like this.
If this were the case then we’d have a lot more murders cause Zoloft is #1 antidepressants in the US.
I take sertraline (Zoloft is the brand name) and it has really made an improvement in my life, but I don't really drink and have never touched drugs. I wonder if the combination of alcohol, cocaine, and mental health issues along with the zoloft could have brought her to that point.
I was also on Zoloft, as a child, and I lost contact with any emotion, was not homicidal but I think it can desensitize people
wow zoloft saved my life as a teenager
Im on it and love it
I remember when this happened, my mon was so heart broken. It was tragic indeed, and while I know Brynn had a lot of issues, to take her husband’s life while their children were there is unforgivable.
She was very VERY insecure. Phil was friends with his ex which is how healthy secure adults communicate. Brynn went after her and threatened her. She feared her only chance at fame was being his wife. When she was called a " model" she knew she NEVER made a living at it. I modeled in a foreign country for a man who had boutiques. I AM NOT A MODEL. I can call myself a model to make me feel good but I'm not a model. The only reason he hired me was because the local women consider it beneath them and models are considered prostitutes among their peers. Heck I'm from California. We don't care about our reputations.
You’re amazing Kendall! Thank you for everything you do for these victims.
This was really nicely done. I had always heard of him growing up, but I didn't know anything about him until now. Thank you for covering this.
to see you do a canadian case is so amazing to me ❤ usually i don’t see too many youtubers talking about true crime in canada. thank you for spreading this story ❤️🕊️🇨🇦
Phil’s story is just so tragic. He was a comedic legend. Watching the clip of him talk about his daughter’s birth breaks my heart. I feel so terrible for his two kids.
Snapped did a story about Brynn a few years back. Sad that the kids had to grow up without either parent.
A sad story. I was a little confused 30:51. You said Brynn and her friend Ron went back to the house, and Ron called the police, but another friend had already called the police and police were already there by the time they pulled up.
Phil made me laugh so hard back in the day and now whenever I look him up on UA-cam, that's what I remember the most...not his senseless murder. RIP Phil ❤
Aww I love your Stories . And seeing your fur baby in the back. So Peaceful
I literally cried when this happened. My favorite person. His wife was nuts! It was horrible that day. Thanks for covering this. Goes to show my age.
I remember this but, I never knew anything about him and his life. Kendall you are an amazing storyteller and I really enjoy listening to you. Thank you for being so gentle with these stories. You are the best!
I will never forget when this happened. I was 25. So heartbreaking! I loved Phil Hartman! 😢
His bill clinton impression was hilarious 😂😂 a highlight of my childhood
Can I just say how so beyond impressed with your work ethic as a first time mama to your beautiful baby girl, I’ve been watching your content for over 5 years & you just keep getting better & better! You deserve all the beautiful blessings this world has to offer💕🫶🏽 love ya!
Him as Frankenstein’s Monster 😂🤣😂🤣😂 look it up, it’s too ridiculous… I’m middle aged, so I grew up watching him. He was HILARIOUS… I very very much remember unfrozen caveman lawyer 😂😂🤣
I was just watching a video about him and wanted to know more. Perfect timing. ❤🥰
the way he spoke about his daughter being born was so heart warming 🥺such a tragedy.💔
I am Mexican, so once removed from American culture, but I was around 12 years old when he suddenly disappeared from Newsradio. He was my favorite character. Also he had not one Simpsons character, but a whole host of them and one of the reasones I specifically looked for the Simpsons in English, he was amazing! He was the first "Star" I liked to be a victim of violence, he was such a loss and he's been so missed.
Addiction isn't the disease itself. It's what LEADS to mental illness. We are all addicted to something. Whether it be sugar, soda, chocolate, drugs, sex, running, video games and more. So don't say addiction is the disease. It's the chemicals in the drugs that lead to mental illness!
Thank you for ALWAYS standing up for the truth behind addiction. It means a lot to me and many others I’m sure. I hope as a society we can remove the stigma surrounding it. That would be amazing.. As a recovering addict myself, I’ve argued the science behind it for YEARS. It’s sad how many people don’t see the disease as a “real disease”. Thank you kendall, thank you so much! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
I grew up with him on my TV. I remember when he died. First we got the shock of his death. Then we found out it was his wife. Wow. Amazing guy, we will miss you, original Zapp Brannigan.
I remember Phil Hartman dying. It was very sad and shocking. I remember him from SNL and news radio. He was one of my favorite characters. I never knew it was his wife that killed him.
As a comedy nerd and HUGE fan of Phil, I’m happy you covered this. I was also 5 when he passed but it’s definitely someone that hurts for me to think about this happening to.
It’s always so infuriating when (anyone), but especially somebody that makes such an impact on people around the world, to get taken away by someone so selfish & evil.
My mom grew up with him so I knew of him a little bit and one thing my mom liked and noticed is that in interviews he always seemed really considerate trying to make other people happy.
My hero. He’ll never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Phil.
Edit: highly recommend NewsRadio!
My sister was a huge NewsRadio fan ❤❤
It's so good!
NewsRadio was top tier
I loved Phil and I still get sad about his passing. My mom had told me it was a heart attack. I only learned a few years ago that he was murdered. We share a birthday month/day. He was such a warm light during horrible times in our family. RIP I still get so upset. ;-;