‘A Murderer Boxer’ - Sam Kellerman & James Butler Documentary | Max Kellerman’s Brother

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Have you ever tried to help someone and it come back to bite you? Well I promise you’ll consider your experience trivial after hearing this story.
Considering Butler’s attitude in the interview, it’s no surprise he didn’t change. This doesn’t “happen all the time in sports.” That assault is widely considered the most violent assault in all of sports. Psychopaths try to normalize and rationalize their behavior, or they’ll completely blame someone/something else. In the full interview, he blamed 9/11 stress and his baby mother keeping his kid from him for the violent outburst.
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[@daweilee1986]

7:07 footage is mine, I’m so glad I taped this rare interview

[@BrokenAbyss]

Really?

[@daweilee1986]

@@BrokenAbyss Yeah, I taped it from a British boxing show called KOTV just before he boxed Omar Sheika.

[@daweilee1986]

@@BrokenAbyss great video btw

[@daweilee1986]

@@BrokenAbyss I found some other footage of Butler from his amateur days talking about Tyson going to jail for not being able to control himself, the irony.

[@BrokenAbyss]

@@daweilee1986the irony is right lol! Did you post the video? I pinned your comment for others to see, incase they wanted to do more research.

[@prateshramjohn]

29 years for killing someone who tried to help you? Nah should've been life.

[@francmittelo6731]

He tried to exploit him. The best predictor of future behavior is passed behavior. So, why the hell will you make yourself around a person who suffers from mental illness, no morals and violent behaviors? LOL

[@victorhardin2186]

Played the race card.

[@simpdown1404]

@@francmittelo6731 Exploit him how?

[@Rico401Prov]

Should’ve been the death penalty

[@francmittelo6731]

@@Rico401Prov "Should’ve been the death penalty" We are all going to die, so how exactly is the death penalty punishment? If you think about life and death mathematically, then it doesn't matter if you die today or 50 years from now. Billions of years are going to pass after death, and as the years pass, the less significant any life becomes. In 200 years from now, EVERY human alive today (~7B) will be dead.

[@Fernando-fr5cu]

It's incredible to see how Max still loved boxing after this.

[@victorhardin2186]

And blacks

[@cesarlugo645]

@@victorhardin2186 😂😆

[@TopBillinSports]

@@cesarlugo645 - That shit isn’t funny. There’s bad seeds in every race, man. Lame ass internet commenters.

[@cesarlugo645]

@@TopBillinSports u know what My Bad. I forgot everyone was so sensitive.

[@TopBillinSports]

@@cesarlugo645 - Yeah, since being an offensive internet racist is something to joke about.

[@doriswashington9708]

So very heartbreaking!! Butler should've gotten life w/o parole. 29yrs isn't enough for what he did to someone who was trying to be a great friend and help him.

[@UmbraDraconis]

He got 30 to life right?

[@Gatsu_Gambino]

@@UmbraDraconis 25 is a life sentence... So what you're saying makes little to no sense

[@UmbraDraconis]

@@Gatsu_Gambino i see you feel the need to be negative about nothing, 5 months after i asked a question, i didnt even ask you. Do you have something called a life?

[@Gatsu_Gambino]

@@UmbraDraconis lol you're the negative one who doesn't know what prison sentences are

[@UmbraDraconis]

@@Gatsu_Gambino idk if you noticed the name but im not from the US, idc about how sentences work there. I saw on multiple news sites tho that he got 30 to life, so i assumed that it was correct. Go bother someone else. Have a nice day.

[@kevinsmith6344]

Sam was a really talented and entertaining individual. Also a super kind heart. It’s tragic but testament to the heart of the man that he’d open his home to someone in trouble. In the early 2000s , I was on a trip to New York and caught his show on public access and was riveted by it. When I got home to LA I found his info and reached out to him to tell him how much I fancied his program and wished I had access to it in Los Angeles. Without hesitation or solicitation, he mailed me a VHS tape compilation of his program, and I got all my friends together to expose them to Sam. We laughed our asses off at his quick wit and cut to the bone takes on what was going on at the time. He was a rising star and should’ve had his chance to showcase his talents to a wider audience. RIP Sam. All love to the Kellerman family. What an incredible loss.

[@BrokenAbyss]

I agree so much man. But that’s crazy about the vhs tapes. I’d love to see those if you still have them. Try to transfer them to digital file and the internet would go crazy. There’s hardly any films of him on the internet at all.

[@kevthegoat8774]

The fact that he couldn't even understand what he did wrong or apologize is a red flag about the man's character

[@harleyhoudini]

4 months for smashing dudes face after the bell barefisted, completely smashed dudes tongue in half and broke his jaw. Then 29 years for killing a good man. How is that even possible

[@victorhardin2186]

Race card

[@BruceWayne-iz9hk]

I'm hoping someone takes him out for Max as soon as his crazy āss gets out. If they don't do it he's gonna take another life

[@undergroundheatcypher1091]

He's right where he belong it's a shame that he did what he did to Sam K!!

[@csl9495]

Democrats

[@markharrison6498]

29 years is a long time. Hopefully he's no longer a danger to himself and others if he gets out

[@JB-Wolf]

I know what it’s like to lose a sibling to murder. My deepest condolences to the Kellerman family. I’m glad Max is doing well in his life and career.

[@federicofrancesce]

I saw that sucker punch live as a teen in the early 2000’s.. was crazy, never seen anything like it before or since. Almost a decade later I found out that this guy murdered Max Kellerman’s brother. I’ve always liked Max as a commentator too. RIP Sam

[@bh8365]

I also saw that fight live. Disgraceful action by Butler. Then to think that Sam good heartedly took him in after that.

[@boomerak4774]

I never knew this guy murdered max Kellermans brother. Max Kellerman is well respected name in the boxing world

[@Deltaaaaaaaaa]

I have NEVER been able to describe what I felt and still feel even though my brother passed away 2 years ago at this point. But Max put it perfectly. “You SHOULD be glad you aren’t part of this club. You SHOULD be glad you don’t have to know this pain.”

[@waylonswaycraps]

Same here brother! I lost my brother to a horrible family accident 45 years ago and I think about him everyday of my life! Sorry for your loss! Until we see them again!❤

[@Deltaaaaaaaaa]

@@waylonswaycraps thanks for the kind words Waylon. May we never forget them until we see them again. God bless

[@kingzingo1784]

It's ONLY been 2-3 years for you. That's honestly not a lot considering it's your brother and that is something that will affect you for the rest of your life. My condolences and I hope you have found peace with it or do soon

[@AlexE915]

Incredible story , Max has my respect and condolences

[@jefffoxworthy7520]

He claimed kawaii was better then Kobe & that Andrea igudala was the greatest clutch shooter on this planet. 0% respect from me max can’t stick his head in my 3 day old taco bell turd 🌮 🔔 💩 . Nah real talk tho real talk

[@jefffoxworthy7520]

Go pats !

[@gfrancisco8870]

ESPN doesn’t respect him. I still don’t know why the yanked him off First Take

[@MauriSky2437]

I am a Max Kellerman fan. That James Butler is only getting 29 years is tragic. Should be life or death penalty, preferably the death penalty.

[@deadlyoneable]

I’d take vengeance on him when he got out.

[@daniell5740]

Deadly you'd take vengeance? Lmao he'd kill you instantly kid

[@kunacoins9246]

I lost both of my brothers so this is something everyone should listen to and be happy you ain't in the club

[@jakkobg1981]

I lost my mother Jan 2015 and then my lil brother April 2015. Miss them dearly.

[@kunacoins9246]

@@jakkobg1981 Welcome to the club it sucks but they are with you and that's for real FEEL THERE LOVE

[@3dgarify]

I'm sorry for your loss. May they rest in peace

[@kunacoins9246]

@@3dgarify Thx

[@mileymarielow3850]

I lost my sister in 2016 to knife crime, devastating!

[@officialonyxobsidian]

My condolences to you and yours.

[@tammermashni8541]

He would be damn proud of what max accomplished.

[@maybebabyny]

I used to watch Max followed by his brother on cable access when they did their shows. Max was Boxing and Sam was like a comedy show.

[@simpdown1404]

Butler’s interview is fuckin’ unbelievable RIP Mr. Kellerman

[@hexartz378]

He’s on the Ice

[@Edgaros]

The fact that Max has gone through this kind of pain and SAS still couldn't show him respect as a co-host really infuriates me. You don't systematically say to a grown man to "zip it", let alone to a man who has suffered this much...

[@wano1216]

He was trolling for entertainment obviously

[@TavaraTheLaughingLion]

IDK do u really have to walk on eggshells everytime someone's brother, mother, father or sister died tragically?

[@randomphantom8242]

SAS is one of the most toxic pieces of sh!t I've ever seen in sports talk. Him and Charles can go to h3ll.

[@tommyblaze215]

@@randomphantom8242 agreed

[@jakedooley5300]

@@randomphantom8242 charles who?

[@1stnamelastname129]

I lost 2 brothers and 2 sisters. My mom buried 4 kids and im the only 1 left. Only prayer and God helped me. Yall stay blessed

[@BrokenAbyss]

I’m sorry to hear this. I hope you and your Mom stay blessed also.

[@1stnamelastname129]

@@BrokenAbyss thank you fam. I pray you and the fam stay blessed too

[@youngw.a.r2709]

Makes me even more upset about his departure from first take. Once skip left I thought it was done, Max saved it and I don't think Stephen A gives him enough credit for that. All of us went to Undisputed, we checked back out of respect for Stephen A and to our surprise Max nailed it. Now Stephen A is forcing hid departure without fully acknowledging it. He always has something to say about basketball players leaving their teammates hanging, then he does it to Max? Hell nah.

[@BrokenAbyss]

You nailed it. I can’t watch first take without Max and I hope others are the same. That’s a hard role and of course he isn’t perfect but he’ll NEVER be replaced.

[@aceboogie9670]

Stephen A did acknowledge it, in a interview with Ebro. He explains everything.

[@chrisnyasia7]

That show is currently suffering through what's known as the "law of diminishing returns" (an economics term). All empires experience it. In decline now, It's just a matter of time before it totally collapses. Dismissing Max the way he did is an ominous sign that it's the beginning of the end...

[@King_JappyJoe]

Max's final appearance will be the last time I ever watch that show. Unless they have Lavar Ball on 😂

[@poppamidnite]

I cant stand undisputed. Just started First Things First on the reg though.

[@TechHustle101]

I knew his brother passed but not this way 😢 damn that’s deep and sad. I actually remember seeing that footage of the boxer who killed him on the most unsportsmanlike compilation before and that’s sick what he did, mental health issues or not. I think it’s great that Max turned out the way he did and even still having the same affection for ppl that got his brother murdered.

[@DoomVonVictor]

Lost my Older brother in may last year. Respect for you Mr Kellerman.

[@perfect-judas]

same here a few months ago... i dont even feel sad because i loved him with all my heart while he was alive... Love them while they are here so you dont feel any regrets... and there is always hope to see them again in Jesus

[@lukestrain3380]

Rip to your brother I lost my sister when I was 13 she was 15 . I'm now 38 and I still am not over that shit you never get over it you just learn to live with it . I wish you nothing but love God bless you

[@nakaine7]

RIP to all the people mentioned above

[@BrokenAbyss]

I’m sorry man and hope you’ve found peace with this. Life can be so cruel.

[@BrokenAbyss]

@@lukestrain3380 I bet you felt a strong connection to Max’s words. I’m so sorry you all had to go through this. I hope y’all can continue to be successful in what you want with life and make your belated siblings proud. Life’s so short, no time for anything but our best.

[@stevebananas5788]

it absolutely makes me pissed off when people say passed away when they were murdered. they didnt pass away....thats something that happens in your sleep. max kellerman's brother didnt pass away, he was murdered

[@Kvothe_The_Bloodless]

Man that's heavy. Good job on that one bro, alot of info I didn't know but I think back and I think I do remember this being a big deal at one point.

[@iamaman1168]

max kellerman incredible story you should still be on first takes God Bless

[@alonzowilliams116]

No he wasn't respected there,and he is clearly happier on the new show

[@xianlo3246]

I never new this about Max,my condolences

[@xianlo3246]

@NOVA718 that shit is crazy man

[@russellwestbrookyellingatw9381]

I knew about James Butler killing someone but not Max's brother, that left me speechless

[@norbertruiz5110]

Knew*

[@xianlo3246]

@@norbertruiz5110 gatu

[@mohammedahmedgaafarelkhali7592]

NO! this thing doesn't happen all the time. The ONLY time I've seen a boxer sucker punch an opponent after the fight was Butler's coward punk-ass move. RIP Sam that wasn't a friend, that's a weak coward punk who deserves the ABDOLUTE worst in life. I just found out from this vid that Butler's fight with Grant was a charity event!!!!!!! WTF!!#!!!

[@dannyh5937]

I never knew this happened to Max. That bare fisted punch was absolutely disgusting and one of the most violent punches I have ever seen.

[@richardallen4552]

And it was cheap and no way that guy exspected that one coming. I hope Butler never leaves prison. He'll kill again.

[@dannyh5937]

@@richardallen4552 of course it was cheap and the guy never expected it. He was moving forward to hug him. He'll definitely kill. He's bipolar and one of those polarities is violence. Combine that with a lifetime of head trauma from boxing...terrible

[@parent-clap-back5686]

Any one who has experienced this knows …. Ppl say time heals all wounds or in time it will get back to normal…..NOT TRUE…. You have to found a NEW normal…… sending love to anyone who’s in this “terrible club” as max put it.

[@Hollylivengood]

Damn, that was sad. In that interview, he didn't even realize he did anything wrong. Now, my son has done fighting sports, and a lot of his friends were boxers and all. So I have a passing idea of sport etiquette, and every boxer would be totally appalled by someone punching a guy after the match. Let alone when they are walking over to give you a hug. The guy has more wrong with him than bi-poler disorder.

[@BrokenAbyss]

I certainly agree. I don’t think he ever once owned up any of what he did. He even fought the murder charge until they lowered it to 3rd degree. I wish professional documentary companies still did in depth interviews with murderers. I feel like they’ve stopped doing them in recent years, I believe it’s because they don’t want to encourage fame hungry murderers. In the 80’s & 90’s every infamous murderer that wanted a cable TV interview could get one. And those interviews help people like me SOOOOO much when creating documentaries. Plus, I’m a fan in a weird way so I also want to see the videos.

[@vdubskiee5356]

@@BrokenAbyss Agreed… butler didnt even understand why he was being punished for the sucker punch after the fight smh 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@alfredrodriguez7106]

That boxer should have been banned for life from all the boxing outlets in the United States and should have been arrested and charged with first degree assault and been convicted and sentenced with the maximum penalty allowed..... Had that happened in that order... His brother would be alive today...sorry people just my way of looking at our idiotic justice system..... I'm beyond sad for this family.....

[@kingzingo1784]

He's honestly probably a psychopath

[@cartoonj91]

Max sorry your loss. I too loss my only sibling to an act senseless violence. He was a Detective for the Baltimore City Police Department. While getting ready to go into a restaurant to celebrate his birthday. An argument broke out in the parking lot between him a friend and there strangers he didn't know. When a fourth person came up behind him and struck him the temple with a brick, killing him. Now it's just me . No more brother. So I get it when Max mind just went elsewhere, because it happens to me all the time. Peace and God bless anyone whoever had to go through senseless pain.🙏

[@CORDOVAESTILOVICLAYRANFLA2213]

Max, Sorry for your loss. My son Isaiah Vialpando was shot and killed in a case of mistaken identity. He was our only child. We will never be the same. Rest In Peace to all the Murder Victims. 🙏🏽💔

[@andrewprince4730]

My condolences to you and your family. I'm sure your son was a wonderful person and he was very blessed to have parents that love him enough to continue to spread his legacy.

[@menumelody]

May he continue to rest peacefully and live on in the hearts of loved ones.

[@randomphantom8242]

Dam i remember the late 90's early 2000's calling into the Sam Kellerman show on Public Access TV in NYC. I miss them days. Sam was a funny dude and he knew his Sports and Rap. Good days RIP Sam.

[@juju-vl7oj]

I heard Max lost his brother but I never knew it was under these circumstances. Truly heartbreaking, but I'm glad that he's gone on to have a successful life and career after that. I've dealt with mental health issues myself for most of my life and it's been an issue functioning as a fully healthy human being but thank God it never has led me to harming anyone else physically. I strongly believe in not judging others and forgiveness but the way Butler tried to excuse himself for the sucker punch even in a moment of calm , there's no way he should ever be a free man ever again. If a person's conscious can't step in at any point to tell them to stop beating a person to death , then that's beyond excuse.

[@jimmygritz9714]

One of the saddest parts you didn’t cover was the fact that after the late punch his boxing license was suspended indefinitely.. until I believe BOTH the Kellermans wrote articles advocating to get the man a 2nd chance.. and it worked.. he fought a few more times. Just awful to turn on the ppl that helped you soo much..

[@jacobhartmann1050]

I can speak about being in "the club" that Max was talking about. Lost my very close sister a few years back- she was a student at CU Boulder on a full ride scholarship for being a classical musician. She was first chair in the musical ensemble (basically the best of the best). Total musical genius... A few years later she would die of a drug overdose while a bag lady and totally homeless. She had had a mental break and severe physical ailments and disappeared to San Francisco. She even had a daughter who would now grow up without a mom. Shit still just eats me up. Hard to believe it was even the same person who I thought was the most brilliant person I'd ever known... So I agree you find solace with others who have suffered heavy loss, but it isn't a club you would want anyone to be a part of. Ugh. Rough stuff... 😞

[@hinjurock70]

Sorry to hear that, my brother.

[@clayne10]

Aint watch the full vid but I remember this incident like yesterday. I used to mess with Max heavy because he was one of the top Boxing experts. He had a show on either Fox, MSG, or one of their affiliates. "I Max". Anyway I remember him trying to do the show that week and he was *crushed* . You can feel his pain through the TV and I'll never ever ever ever forget that. ☹

[@virtualscapestudios2675]

Very interesting👍 i never would have heard about this if it wasnt for you. Great job and thanks for bringing it to us🙏

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thanks and you’re welcome!

[@melodythemassagetherapist6957]

What a sad story! Yep, Sam’s kindness did bite him in the butt!! What a beautiful job you did on reporting it! Keep up the great work! 🎥

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thank you 🙏 I hope you’ve been okay. It looks like we are getting close to wrapping up covid restrictions. Maybe the world will be back to normal by the end of the year.

[@melodythemassagetherapist6957]

Hi@@BrokenAbyss Exactly!!! I’m hopeful for the end of the year too!!! We just have to keep plugging away!!! One day at a time!!! Stay well!! 🙂

[@nodrama490]

I love Max , I always wish he had his own show . Great video 👍

[@anakin.2956]

Shout out, much love and the upmost respect to Max. I won't lie but besides Molly, you were the reason I watched First Take. Prayers up to you and your family as the 17th nears by.

[@nicktheknife4322]

Did a Belmont Stakes commercial with Sam and afterwards we drank cold 40’s on the stoop. Sam had an interesting public access show and could have been successful like his brother. RIP Sam!

[@BrokenAbyss]

That’s awesome man!

[@DefenderOfLogic]

Max has a good heart. He has every reason to be resentful.

[@Dez360]

GREAT DOCUMENTARY- I’m a big boxing fan.. thanks for commenting on my vid and hope to watch more of your boxing documentaries 👍🏾

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thank you man, I just watched your video explaining your journey with basketball. I’m a huge basketball and boxing fan. I’m glad KZbin recommended me your basketball poll. I’m going to subscribe and eventually watch more videos. The Philippines is so beautiful. It’s one of my top destinations I wasn’t to visit. I would kill to stay there for a few months, but idk about 2 years. I had a culture shock moving from Alabama to Atlanta when I was very young. I’m used to Atlanta now and idk if I want to go through the readjusting again.

[@Dez360]

@@BrokenAbyss appreciate you brotha and thanks for the support 👍🏾. I too am a HUGE boxing fan (and of course basketball)- I actually didn’t know about this unfortunate story.. do you have any other boxing stories you may be creating a mini-documentary on? There are honestly so many stories-especially since so many of these boxers come from the struggle. In a lighter note, I’m subbed to your channel and looking forward to your content! Philippines was an awesome experience and so was Mexico for me- most importantly learning about life and experiencing different worlds within our world. More content to come as I just started my KZbin journey and I’m glad we connected! Let’s keep on rockin 😎👍🏾

[@BrokenAbyss]

@@Dez360 I figured you’d been uploading for years considering how much content you have. You’re doing extremely good to have been uploading for only 4 months. It’s no surprise you didn’t know. I actually didn’t know until I started researching for my next documentary. Max doesn’t like talking about it, which I find respectable. I could only find one video of him speaking about it and in the video, he told the interviewer he didn’t want to really speak about it. I don’t have another boxing story planned but I do know a few similar stories. One you’ve might of heard of about the boxer who filled his gloves with concrete, battered and defeated a highly ranked prospect, who then went to quit boxing and become addicted to drugs, a few years later he died in a car crash. I believe his name was Billy from Nashville. I actually plan on creating a documentary about Kawhi soon. He had an inspirational story. I totally agree. Becoming a person of culture is invaluable, you learn so much about the world and it teaches more about yourself as a human. I love the ocean and islander people are always friendly, so the Philippines is top of my destination list.

[@420boxingnetwork7]

Great video

[@christopherott1678]

That shit is inexcusable he should never be released.

[@Ty-qw1zn]

Life for a life, convince me different.

[@alexandreiss0agr276]

no need. we all know and feel that is how it should be, 25 years is nothing if you take a life forever away from somebody. blood for blood.

[@connorsconey]

How did he get away with “manslaughter” if he killed him with a fucking hammer?

[@francisco-vb9wg]

never try to help anyone with mental illness. it's a bad hand they've been dealt but the truth is you let them die & hope they don't take anyone with them.

[@b.l4365]

Cold as fuck. Damn. Rip Sam 🙏🏼

[@shaungurney3513]

I actually remembered watching this fight when butler sucker punched the guy after the bell.but didn't no the story about Max's brother I had heard that butler had murdered some1 but didn't no it was Max's brother. Thoughts & prayers to you brother !!!

[@herve160181]

The radio commentator bringing up his brother was wrong. You could just tell as soon as he mentioned Sam, Max's head goes to another place of pain.

[@martialartist3953]

Max is a strong man i’ve never seen him break down over it, respect

[@claytronsworld9485]

Found your comment on a short that you said you were gonna do this. So glad I followed up 🤘🏻

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thank you man, it’s a crazy and inspirational story. I’ve followed Max for a decade now, and I only learned of this from that guy who commented. I had no clue. I’m going to make a pop smoke and xxx video as soon as I finish the one I’m on right now.

[@thelastremaininglogicallib9320]

@@BrokenAbyss same with me. Very glad you weren't full of shit regarding your intention of making this doc.

[@airborne8175]

RIP Sam Kellerman Everyone please please be careful of who you let into your house to stay for awhile if they are going through a rough patch because this crazy man James Butler was told to leave and he went crazy and killed Sam Kellerman with a hammer Smdh

[@Gl6619]

I didn’t have someone that crazy or dangerous ever stay with me but still…mostly leaches, people who barley worked, one even would consistently throw me under the bus despite all the good things I did for them….especially in LA(where I lived almost all of my life) you have to watch it because you have so many douchebags… One thing about letting someone stay with you even if they are someone who is actually getting out there and trying to work…it’s probably going to take a year for them to get the necessary 5-7k (probably more) for the first and last for an apartment in LA, so they will try to stay with you for that long….even longer if they are someone who works a minimum wag job and blows most of their money on cigarettes, booze, drug…etc I have a condo in St. Paul Minnesota and would never think of letting anyone live with me anymore

[@BrockLanders]

Crazy that James “the Hammer” Butler murdered him with a hammer. Unbelievable.

[@hinjurock70]

He probably planned it that way.

[@deframon]

Sam use to have a great show on public access here following in his bros footsteps. But in more of a talk show format. They have a very interesting story that would be a incredible movie or series

[@Bricks_shakur]

I was a frequent caller we had debates that I still have on VHS tapes. Sam was my guy

[@KYS0824]

Max!! I am a big fan I had no idea you went through this. For you to still work I'm boxing aftwr this must be extremely difficult just shows how much of a worrior you are. I'll be listening to you on your new show.

[@asiangin]

I remember watching a short video about this and didn’t realize it was Max’s brother. Man this is just sad

[@hamansutra]

Death Penalty straight up.

[@mondrian5620]

Wow. This is insane. I have a different perspective on Max now after finding out about this.

[@ral3514]

I lost my twin brothers who were 10 years younger than me very close together then my mom died in a car accident,it destroyed me I ended up in prison I'm still a wreck,I don't think I will ever be right ever again

[@jamescollier7360]

Hang in there man I’m gonna keep you in my prayers.

[@BrokenAbyss]

I’m so sorry. But got this man, do it for you brothers if no one else. I can only imagine how hard it is and I know it’s not easy but you got this man. Just one day at a time, one moment at a time. I’ll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

[@kumaSOevl]

Hang in there. Become strong. Your namesake says it all. Become what they would want you to be until you get to meet them again.

[@daweilee1986]

7:07 footage is mine, I’m so glad I taped this rare interview

[@mariacheung647]

wow, this story has really made me sad, I feel for the brother. 29 years!!! How does that work!! I enjoy helping people, but in 2020 I got backfired by two separate incidents, both by helping people wholeheartedly. In a sad way, its telling me never to help or trust people again no matter how hard they cry.... but what if it's the very person who really deserve the help? Thanks for the story...such a tragic thing. I hope Butler will reflect on his dark side and change... though it's already too late for one family.

[@BrokenAbyss]

I don’t think you should stop helping people if you’re able but definitely be more careful. Especially on the internet, there’s so many con-artists on here. I don’t even like thinking about them because it makes me mad, mostly how they pretend to be sick, have mental health or family issues. Karma will get them. I do like watching the internet scammers being exposed here on KZbin. It’s too funny. They also make me mad, especially considering they scam old and vulnerable people but not as mad as the people who fake illnesses. There’s a diagnoses for some of those people but I can’t remember what it’s called. I’m not going to lie, I feel like some diagnoses shouldn’t carry the weight they do. We shouldn’t say EVERYTHING will be okay because this murderer is a psychopath. Or this con-artist didn’t mean to scam you, he has a condition.

[@mariacheung647]

@@BrokenAbyss I know what you mean, I say that I will never help people again but I'm a softie. But yeah, I have to be really careful and be selective of who I'm helping next time. I wasn't scammed, but they're long and crazy stories and I won't bore you with it😝.

[@BrokenAbyss]

@@mariacheung647 have you considered making a tiktok yet? I haven’t changed my opinion toward the content on the app but my opinion of the app itself has changed a bit. It has many upsides that KZbin doesn’t have. There’s more of a democratization of views, unlike KZbin’s algorithm monopoly. My videos get 20-50x the amount of views over there than they do here. But i don’t interact with any of my followers yet.

[@mariacheung647]

@@BrokenAbyss Me! A tiktok video! No way.. never even crossed my mind once. I have no video making skills and even if I can do it on my phone I have nothing to put on a video and I certainly don't have time to play..lol.. I'm busy playing with other things in the day. It's interesting how you found the difference between the two. Are you getting paid ads over there?

[@BrokenAbyss]

@@mariacheung647 you don’t have to upload but now that you mention that, I guess you don’t have a reason to go there because the content does suck. As far as I know, there’s no ads over there. I’ve only been there for one week, still learning a lot. You can get paid sponsorships or donations. I’d say about half of the accounts have a PayPal(or similar) in their bio, even people with no videos. It’s rather confusing for me, why would they post it if they don’t even create content.

[@pdjhh]

Unfortunately you can’t trust and therefore help people with certain mental health problems. You hear about the carer getting killed a lot.

[@Iamtheliquor]

Deadbug pointed me here! And I must say I’m glad he did! Awesome stuff!!

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thank you and deadbug so much! It’s crazy how nice people can be.

[@dennislarry9676]

Didn’t realize this happened to Max but the way the guy brings it up is very insensitive

[@Qskeeee-Q]

My sis passed too and this gave me good bumps

[@BNTministries]

Yeah but the court should be held liable for his actions because he should have gotten more than 4 months for that despicable act of violence may he rot in peace

[@alexandreiss0agr276]

exactly, wtf ... 4 months, he should had been put in jail for like 10 years just for that sucker punch. he could easily killed him or injure that guy for the rest of his life, "lucky" for him only got his jaw completely broken and the tongue cut in half ...

[@cattywhompus1012]

This hits hard. Love Max as human being.

[@qdgamer7183]

Max is an OG n a man of the people

[@Timothyjbatts591]

Crazy! I remember watching that fight and thinking how much of a dirt bag this guy was for doing that.. he went on to kill max's brother, just wow😯

[@salwanisteakhouse]

I love max I’m in the same boots as u lost my brother to car crash

[@BrokenAbyss]

I’m sorry to hear this. I hope you can both be strong for your brothers. They’re not really here but they are still with you.

[@concretenurturedrose4169]

No accountability. Ironic in his defense of his actions after his sentencing for the assault he said " ...I could see if it were a civilian or someone who couldn't defend themselves..". you mean like Sam Kellerman? 😔

[@nostalgicbliss5547]

He didn't sucker punch him, he smashed his head in so maybe there was a difference in his mind.

[@RatIceCream]

Incredible video!

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thanks! I work hard on them and their stories are incredible.

[@EdHealey88]

Great video brother! Just subscribed to your channel

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thank you 🙏 I’m still learning a lot, but I’ve been working hard all pandemic because I’ve been out of work. I started with just my cellphone and a free app. If you watch my first uploads, you’ll see how far I’ve come. They are rough. I have a plan to remake my first documentary soon. To show people exactly how far I’ve come, that’s also why I don’t delete the old videos, even though I cringe so hard when I watch them.

[@jarrodaudell8325]

Protect yourself at all times.

[@chukesobialo5706]

Trully disgusting story. Condolences to the Kellerman family..

[@Championwarlord]

Great video

[@mataaimasiku7530]

often times, kindness is usually repaid with cruelty. R.I.P.

[@erickjohnson6438]

Never knew this...so sad God bless you Max

[@taylormilton3]

That is a damn....shame. so unfortunate.

[@stevemclendsy3911]

Him hitting Grant after the match was a big red flag. He should've never been trained by any trainer after that.

[@Malouco]

Sorry this happend max u cant let anyone who u dont love into your home

[@hinjurock70]

This is one of the saddest most tragic stories I've heard about.

[@leewilcox5848]

This is not a defense of Butler but he was not pretending to congratulate Grant, he was planning on attacking him right after the scorecards were read.

[@garyedwards1158]

DANG!! I REMEMBER THE SUCKER PUNCH BUT WHERE WAS I WHEN THIS HORRIFIC MURDER TOOK PLACE. THIS IS NEW TO ME. 🕊🕊🕊

[@chuyhdz3082]

I read something about this but could never put 2 and 2 together till now .. Sorry for your loss Max ..

[@armandocastro8365]

Its crazy how much love nd respect he shows the black community even after a black man killed his own brother. Wow

[@blinksstayfresh2524]

That one black guy doesn’t represent the entire race lol.

[@armandocastro8365]

I completely agree but you can't tell me you wouldn't feel some type of way if your mother,brother,etc. Was brutally murdered by a white man or another race.

[@mannyneva1760]

@@armandocastro8365 only bigoted or racist pricks think that way

[@mids187]

Miss watching sam on PA RIP

[@JP18729]

I'll never forget the night Butler hit Grant after the fight. I was recording the event on VHS and still have the tape.

[@BrokenAbyss]

Man, that’s so cool. I wish I could find someone who had recorded some of Sam Kellerman’s talk show. I’ve searched the webs up and down and can’t find any footage besides the little bit in this video.

[@TDCLOL]

4 months at rikers isn't gonna change anyone for the better

[@kfranklin7922]

Wow...I never new this...I always respected Max....I new it was something about him!

[@JK-br1mu]

He should have been friendly to the boxer, but always kept a sawed-off under the table/blanket.

[@thebigsteppa1101]

How is that man not having life in jail ? He’s a piece of trash that killed someone who tried to help him

[@mrcommonsense9074]

Damn I remember that fight. Freakin mind of a murderer. Unreal..... murders over a story. Sad

[@talldufus5174]

I don't think it was just that or if it had anything at all to do with it. I'm sure I read or saw somewhere that Sam had asked him to move out just prior to the tragedy..

[@brandontaylor8318]

@@talldufus5174 yeah the murder was about him asking him to move out

[@alexandreiss0agr276]

@@talldufus5174 so he just killed him ... and left the house anyway, what a brilliant mind ... life has a way to take care of those people soon or later

[@unbearifiedbear1885]

Just saw your "I make crime doco's you gave me a great idea!" comment on the Sucker Punch short - clicked your profile and here it is lol! Awesome.. liked and sub'd 😘❤🇬🇧

[@BrokenAbyss]

Thank you 🙏 so much! I wish more people could see the hard work I’ve put into these videos but comments like yours make up for it. Hopefully one day, the algorithm will bless me.

[@getoffmygrass4857]

Same here and wow you actually did your research and made a great doc/tribute to kellerman.

[@iamaman1168]

max Kellerman should still be on first take God Bless

[@indiglo1971]

Max is an Atheist.

[@djikopgot]

I feel bad from the Kellermans. This is why kind hearted people always end up getting hurt. Heartless people can smell good people from a mile away. If you’re a good person learn to vet people.

[@g17yt99]

Bro carried first take and they ditch him lmao

[@carlito_148]

He was great however his takes sucked last 2 years . He spoke for the woke only

[@MrPhyxsyus]

He should get the death penalty. He's beyond fixing.

[@mikemino630]

Real Talk... Me and James was cellmates in Lancaster California. Processing. For almost 8 months. I know this story from His Perspective. This was back in 06. Real One. Yeah he was Wrong. But We All deserve Another Chance at Life. Shout 2 James. Be Home Soon. Walk with God. Love ❤

[@hinjurock70]

It's so sad and tragic how one impulsive terrible decision/act of rage can take one talented person's life and ruin another's.