20 years later: Columbine survivor Sean Graves shares his story

Even twenty years later, there are many stories of Columbine we don't know - the connections made, and incredible personal growth of those most deeply affected. One of those stories revolves around Sean Graves.
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[@TheRunnerman88]

Sean Graves, you completely rock this planet. God Bless you forever and ever.

[@juleslemay8725]

Well Said!

[@jenniferhigbfill2977]

Sean Graves is a remarkable person. I admire him so much!!!!

[@amymarienaglowsky2219]

Yes he is a very important person

[@fpsreactions8481]

Wow imagine graduation after experiencing columbine in Freshmen year. All the thoughts... You hear everyone clapping and cheering, knowing that most, if not all the students cheering went through what you went through. And to be able to go up there and walk to receive your diploma, it must be emotional as hell. All the thoughts anyone can think of is the columbine shooting 3.5 years ago. 3.5 years after the tragic event, you get up there walking with a stick and all everyone thinks is, :Columbine still affects many of us to this day."

[@ohyeahboi527]

wouldn’t only his grade (which were graduating that day) have witnessed it? all other grades below weren’t there then if he was a freshman at the shooting

[@fpsreactions8481]

@@ohyeahboi527 Ye that's what I meant. I'm talking about graduation. Everyone at the graduation is in his grade (unless friends and family from the grades bellow come to watch).

[@flowerpower5422]

Way to go to both Sean and Ryan! God bless you guys!

[@rawn4203]

Poor guy, nearly lost his life due the bullets of a couple of madmen.......bravo to you for never giving up!

[@ssppiiddeerr3]

@Dáithí Mullins yeah

[@kaylas3247]

@@ssppiiddeerr3 OMG

[@kaylas3247]

@@ssppiiddeerr3 OMG GOD BLESS HIM

[@rawn4203]

@Milk Zee Teh shooters did nothing wrong?? Yeah, said nobody ever.

[@Nina-qh5fo]

Why am I always getting such sad recommendations. KZbin why do you want me crying? 😭

[@TheHeavensFellen]

How else would they sell the BS altered story of the truth of Columbine. hide it behind a wall of tears.

[@pabl0sauced0]

I've been on a true crime kick the last week. Learning the psychology behind these people is so interesting. Helps reading red flags in people further down the line

[@cadentipton7304]

I'm 21 and was shot 5 times in June 2023. One of the bullets hit my spine (T5/T6) and bruised my spinal cord, leaving me paralyzed from the chest down. Recently, I have regained some sensation and I can feel pressure below my level of injury. Sean and Ryan (oddly enough, my two best friends share the same names) are very inspirational. I will believe in myself and I will walk again. I will not give up!

[@joshx022]

God bless ya Sean. Achieving big goals is something we all aspire for. Stay blessed.

[@amberhiatt4034]

Remember what Rachel Scott said one act of kindness can start a chain reaction.

[@stgraves2944]

I agree, whole hearted

[@Venus-cd1kk]

You’re strong Sean 🙌🏼

[@maeganbyerley]

This story made me cry, probably just memories of a terrible accident I had at 14. These 2 men are strong and it's stories like theirs that help inspire others.

[@lady_h9659]

You’re amazing man! Thank you for sharing your story

[@TraumaSurvivorCynthia]

Love and hugs to you Sean Graves💙 from #davesandersstepdaughter ✌

[@point3416]

You're step dad was a hero. He is resting in a much better place than this world.

[@TraumaSurvivorCynthia]

@@point3416 Agreed 100%!✌😇💙

[@seangraves2947]

Love you

[@angyluzarmendaris2650]

@@TraumaSurvivorCynthia he is!!!! 💞💞💞

[@Vpentrov]

@@TraumaSurvivorCynthia He was a hero. It’s sad the police didn’t get there fast enough.

[@eagle2645]

He graduated from Columbine High School 20 years ago today!

[@camshaft75]

Prayers for you and your family

[@angyluzarmendaris2650]

@@ssppiiddeerr3 really?!

[@ssppiiddeerr3]

@@angyluzarmendaris2650 yes

[@blazinpuffs]

Sean you're a rockstar dude. I hope you know that.

[@carmenmacdonnell5624]

Pure human strength!

[@spike16965]

You're inspirational Sean. Amazing man who overcame evil

[@Jamie-rr5me]

You are meant for greatness!! Bless everything you do.. You are truly an inspiration

[@coltinandmaleigha2173]

He is lucky to be here today

[@emiliobello2538]

He needs to write a memoir

[@kaylas3247]

a freshman at the time?? omg my heart breaks for him :( god bless him

[@nworbydnar]

You are an inspiration to all of us. Way to go.

[@chaimaebastour8861]

💙💙💙

[@xraeee]

You’re a rockstar sean!!

[@reneedeli989]

I'm so proud of you 😊

[@jenservis761]

Love how you never gave up! ❤️❤️

[@Vpentrov]

Sean is a beast (in a good way). May the victims rest in piece.

[@lovourlove04]

You are completely incredible 🥰💖

[@kimray9988]

God bless everyone there....it is sad....you did a good job....

[@darkcnotion]

Why did they have sunglasses on graduation?

[@angyluzarmendaris2650]

It was outside

[@MissHolly60]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@DavidOrtiz-dn3cr]

God bless you buddy. Love you man.

[@Scott-ht2mm]

When graduated the same year so he 38 in today's time happy he made it sorry one's he did ugh 😩😫

[@Sunny-cj5ic]

❤️

[@ceciliadelance8600]

You rock Sean god bless you

[@quube1718]

Brave man

[@spaceboyhappy]

Jesus he looks like fucking Matt Dillon himself !? And same voice - But just a REAL hero.....

[@rachelgooden9981]

Gerard Butler

[@Boshunz]

Kevin love

[@joannwilliams3979]

I'm sorry, but how do u say Believe in yourself Rachel Scott believed in Jesus That's where our help comes from Best wishes to all whom went through Trauma, But Jesus can heal

[@katieejeann2139]

God bless him ! 🕊

[@esmeraldamontalvo9768]

The pictures of him before and after the shooting I swear it’s like looking at totally different person…Your such a strong man

[@davylau1481]

Anyone know what music is playing in the background at 5:25? It's beautiful!

[@kaylas3247]

my heart ;(