After racist park encounter, Chris Cooper takes us birding in Central Park l GMA Digital

Chris Cooper’s encounter with a white woman went viral after he asked her to put a leash on her dog and she called the police claiming he was an “African-American man threatening my life.”
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[@kimblake9356]

Chris Cooper should start his own KZbin channel about birding. He has such a nice voice and gave great details about the birds.

[@barbarabaldwin7120]

I THINK MR. COOPER WOULD BE GREAT ON A YOU TUBE CHANNEL ABOUT BIRDING!! A TEACHER!

[@rachelgarcia8425]

AMEN! How can we get him to do it???

[@geocyo8835]

He should start an onlyfans. I'd watch his bird alright.

[@merririch2989]

He cute

[@margoholmans4139]

Merri Rich I think so too. ❤️

[@amandamusic80]

He is a gorgeous man, she is an embarrassment.

[@obie4366]

Why is she an embarrassment to you?! Unless both of you have the same biases! Quit apologizing for what you have no involvement in, unless you're a closet racist!

[@amandamusic80]

@@obie4366 her behavior is an embarrassment to any of us in the human race dear, or should be, for the way she acted towards not only that man but her dog. I'm not a closeted anything, I wouldn't be out making assumptions like that either. Because throwing out words like that can really hurt, and you'd be no better assuming on my beliefs or behavior as she was that man. I believe in human compassion and kindness and what she displayed wasn't even close.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

@Amandamusic80 I agree with you and in the end, she got her ass, handed to her and like he said. It blew up in her face, hoping her dog is in a much better home and with a much better owner.

[@amandamusic80]

@@michaeld.williamsiii9026 they gave the dog back to her ☹️ 😣

[@skilled-person]

@@obie4366 she said, "She is an embarrassment" period you added "to you" I think you have an illusion

[@arghandewal]

This is the most unapologetically nerdy thing I've ever seen and I love it. His excitement for spotting an olive-sided flycatcher (who ever heard of such a thing?!) makes me want to take up bird watching.

[@cockeyedoptimista]

Great comment.

[@danielislam9144]

Me. I saw an Olive sided Wood pecker last summer. What a fantastic bird. It was at Alley Pond park

[@TinaTate00]

Lol! It's s just absolutely adorable to me! He's so intelligent and also just a big ol kid at heart!🥰🥰🥰

[@bopyranks]

If he can identify an olive-sided flycatcher, that man is good 😅 Empids are no joke!!

[@GrinerB]

If a person can do that to a brother in glasses who's "birding", none of us are safe.. Imagine if he had not recorded the incident and didn't look and sound like a Cosby show character..

[@EL-ISS]

@ohsevenone man ... Shut up.

[@agent_lunxr4327]

@NYCRudeBoy Thank you for shutting him up he is making me loose brain cells

[@briangoodin5808]

Man when your RIGHT, YOU ARE RIGHT

[@briangoodin5808]

@ohsevenone WOW

[@briangoodin5808]

@Morgan we have the right to get angry... that's biblical..... yet it is how we handle ourselves that is truly paramount... there are no winners in an ugly contest yet we believe the one that comes out shining will be victorious... that's are culture human nature if I may... there's nothing wrong wrong with being a gentle soul... chilvary is still alive and well in some parts... have a great day.. AGAPE....

[@ashleymariemcrae]

I could watch a show of this guy bird watching. He’s so knowledgeable and enthusiastic!

[@stacydrakeakabipolarmom6598]

Exactly 💕💕💕

[@IzzyTheGent]

Somebody should get this man a show.

[@Melodyloveshorses1]

You're right! He should have his own show!

[@thelifeuchoose]

Absolutely

[@jennyj0007]

I would watch that.

[@yvetteparker]

Not only was she lying but she was strangling the dog

[@obscurededges]

That scene definitely set off something in me wish i could %^$*$*$ uggghhhhhhhh Dog abusers are the scum of the earth. they dont deserve to live let alone jail time

[@zeezee-6]

The dog was so glad to see this man probably trying to escape this wick witch

[@katlap3101]

Yvette Parker, omg the way she handled that doggie, why did they give him back to her, she alllegedly got her ex to court, tried to get her doorman fired, evil woman, and tried to get Christian in trouble with cops for bird watching, I often feel sad for people with mental issues, but she is evil

[@ccefc_families297]

@@katlap3101 Poor dog too, along with all the people she hurt and tried to hurt in her life. I hope her landlord evicted her and animal rights activists will get that dog into a safer home.

[@dawnpratt846]

Hey she was given her dog back .

[@SisiYemmieTV]

Wow! Birding is a thing! I'm enthralled. His excitement is so infectious.

[@safol123]

Sissie Yemmie!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@fredie464646]

yes bird watching is massive, worldwide, where have you been , broaden your horizons

[@SisiYemmieTV]

@@fredie464646 I'm from another part of the world where birdwatching is not a thing. I'm glad KZbin gives me the opportunity to see people who are much different from me.

[@fredie464646]

@@SisiYemmieTV you going good in Africa, very nice . I'm in Australia

[@khango6138]

@@SisiYemmieTV Hell yeah sis! Anytime is a good time for a person to start birding if they feel ready! I have known folks who started birding when they were 5, and also folks who got hooked at 40! It is a bit of a pricey hobby, but if you can put aside some for a used 8x42 pair of binoculars in good conditions, it will be a fantastic start! Or you can just begin without any tools, and try to challenge yourself with learning birds you can see and hear around the neighborhood. Enjoy!

[@hautakleightontam771]

This guy looks like he does a rep for every single bird he spots in the morning.

[@zmrpa]

Lmaooo

[@bantxc5616]

Loneamaruq I don’t think he wanted to tho he seems like a very gentle and passive person

[@ms.a806]

This man is so cute and adorable. He wouldn’t hurt a fly.

[@edwardconoran1290]

He’d probably point the fly out and scream Lol

[@KappaJxsh]

Edward Conoran LOOOOL

[@minuishaq631]

Edward Conoran and tell you exactly what kind of fly it was

[@AkiraAlexisSoyra]

😆

[@katlap3101]

And so knowledgeable about birds and I am scared of birds ever since Hitchcock’s birds but this makes me appreciate nature and beauty all around us,

[@jaqualyaosborne2256]

I love how he doesn't really care about telling what happened he just wants to talk about the birds 🐦

[@RapIsDeadly]

Yep...he loves birds. He is a wonderful human being.

[@aixamagr2897]

Ms Cooper was just trying to get exercise for her dog. If only Mr Cooper tried to explain the importance of dog leashes in this lovely bird watching are, he could have made a friend instead of a target.

[@PsychedelicSmurf]

@@aixamagr2897 I know that you mean well, but this is a covert form of victim blaming. He did the right thing in the situation he was in and shouldn't have needed to over-explain the rules of the park or overtly showcase his humanity to get her to leash her dog. She should've just followed the leash law and not have called the cops on a Black man literally doing nothing but bird watching (Black people have been killed by cops for doing far less [ex: Breonna Taylor being murdered while just sleeping in her bed]). Her being called out for her racism and losing her job is a far better outcome than this man potentially losing his life.

[@speway]

Yeah. That posture is for the birds.

[@gordiesings]

@@PsychedelicSmurf Chris Cooper, is NOT a police officer and has no business, explaining anything, to anyone. He is a busy body with a big nose and a big mouth. He uses his big nose, to stick in other people's business then uses his big mouth to complain about how they react, instead of just leaving them alone, in the first place.

[@tianrichards]

I love how they show him freely existing in his element first to establish his humanity and gentleness which is often diluted by the story. Pure, unadulterated Black joy and intelligence! Couldn't be a more gentle and harmless spirit. Shows how much racism can threaten our humanity.

[@infobahnuser9450]

"Pure, unadulterated Black joy ....." its amazing you state that racism can threaten our humanity but you cant seem to understand that when you constantly put your physical attributes at front and center of everything your say, that its you and people who think like you, that are the real problem. Your constant, tribal, segregation, is the problem you think your speaking out against. If you really, truly, want to live in a civilization that doesn't value physical attributes, like we do with say... height, then you cannot keep saying, black this or black that, and then call whites racist if they do the same thing.

[@kinggator6890]

@@infobahnuser9450 Oh please

[@infobahnuser9450]

@@kinggator6890 Oh God your typical.

[@tashatobias5705]

Tian Richards you expressed exactly what I thought. Great story producing.

[@infobahnuser9450]

@Cassandra LeSure No, my initial reply is spot on, concise, and well thought out. You don't understand what i'm trying to say. A lot of people show pride in their culture, thats different. Stop comparing yourselves to everyone else. But you and your type put your biology before anything else, and then you call white people racist if they do the same thing. Its you that sucks the energy out of the room..cause everyone has to walk on thin ice, knowing that a hyper-sensitive black person is present. You edited your reply..and took out the part where you said you experienced racism that i cant understand, bla, bla, bla. You experienced some racism?..tough fuckin' shit. Grow up and get it through your skull that the world and everyone in, is not perfect. What you consider "racism" and "oppression" is just crap white people consider everyday life stuff that that you deal with the best you can. This is what everyone is so sick of... your whining, hypocritical, oh woe's me i'm oppressed, how dare you don't put me on a pedestal, type attitude. Most people just love and respect themselves without announcing it to the world. Build the type of reputation that speaks for itself.

[@windyhillbomber]

Skin colour doesn’t determine the humanity and goodness of a person’s character. Chris, you are a pure delight. Keep on birding sir.

[@Kipkemoi]

He's just a bird geek enjoying himself. So nice.

[@ab3000x]

he's a bird nerd that's for sure

[@hrvsmart]

@@ab3000x in the UK they're called twitchers

[@mdkvisions]

Absolutely not some negative stereotype in some White women's head

[@JaybayJay]

Yeah, like seriously.. She just called the police on a grown up Steve Urkel after he perfected his Stephan Serum. I can begin to understand if he was wearing a Two Live Crew hat and a hoodie with condoms all over it with the wording "Where the White Women @?" and a pair of sneaker with the price tags and security tag still attached.

[@joekr9424]

when hes not race baiting for attention

[@iprobablywontseeyourreply.7193]

Lol he’s such a nerd it’s so wholesome

[@seoulglo1999]

How much of a nerd? He use to be a writer for the Star Trek comics. Nerd level = 11/10!

[@HMJM777]

Girl the older I got I'm like hmmmmm I think a nerd is intellectually sexy 🤣🤣🤣

[@mbords01]

.....you are too embarrassed to say .....hmm hot, ....forget it ?

[@jamiebrumant2153]

@@HMJM777 you could say that again

[@Whoeverheardof]

It really is lol

[@zedxx]

He is such a geek and his geekiness is what makes him so attractive.

[@tylerhatch8962]

There is nothing better than seeing the pure joy he gets from birding. We may not relate with the birds but we can all relate with that level of joy in the things we love.

[@heartsofgoldenrod]

He looks like he’s really enjoying himself with the birdwatching.

[@JuneHarriseco]

Birding, not birdwatching.

[@heartsofgoldenrod]

Karen Byrd thanks for clarifying and teaching something new. Always fascinated by things like this. What tells you (in the video) that he’s doing “avian dinosaur” watching, as opposed to just birding, or birdwatching?

[@tkosaa3509]

I am enjoying watching him while he enjoys himself birdwatching ...

[@biancamuldrow3533]

I know !!

[@gingerbee6719]

I would love to go Bird watching, Birding, etc... with this Awesome Intelligent Man.....🐦🐥 I too LOVE Birds....

[@1anre]

He’s heavily accomplished in his professional career & chose just a simple rare hobby to spend his hours at. Really cool stuff.

[@jasoncho554]

It is a beautiful thing to see a person's passion. The ones who don't get it will clown,the ones who do see brilliance and genius.

[@noble604]

Agreed. This appreciation was established early by his parents’ love for nature, he stated. It’s so important for parents to instill and nurture hobbies and interests early on in their children. Many people have no deep interests in life because no one ever encouraged it. Kudos to his parents for this gift..

[@EmilyChandlerj]

Agreed! I've always loved trees in the same way he loves birds. This video made me feel his enthusiasm along with him and really feel joyful when he was jumping for joy.

[@brucethedruid]

Birding is not so rare of a hobby. Check out the Audubon Society.

[@jaydensmith4800]

To think his life would have been taking if he didn't record his experience is absolutely sad and terrifying.

[@thetshirtblog]

And also extremely unlikely

[@SaMiChi]

An apology cause she got caught, if she wasn't on video, this would be a different story.

[@TheJacksnipe]

True.

[@missmarya747]

exactly she was caught . video doesn't lie.

[@violetbrown2372]

obviously. I can't tell what's in her heart, but after having seen the video, she sounded horrified over her actions, in that moment.

[@Michael-ez3zg]

Fake attack call on 911 and fake apology.

[@michellejohnson1298]

💯🎯!!!!!

[@kelandmelmelandkel]

Can Netflix do a bird-watching show with Chris? He is so knowledgeable and passionate!

[@quail259]

THAT IS THE BEST IDEA IVE HEARD THIS MONTH

[@skylerruin]

i dont believe it works that way. if you wanted to take your idea and begin that journey with Mr Cooper, I am sure Netflix would by it upon its completion. There are some bird documentaries already on other streaming platforms that are homemade and ive found them quite enjoyable. Check out the one about hummingbirds on Disney+ if you get a chance. Good luck to you both.

[@quail259]

Skyler Ruin just found a great one on amazon prime.... Chris is in it!

[@quail259]

Skyler Ruin wish had Disney..,, I love hummingbirds!

[@fernandacita]

yes that's a fantastic idea! i would watch!

[@nuyorcubariqueno3634]

Yes, this man should have his own nature show.

[@celticcheetah6371]

I would totally watch. I live in London and know a bit about British birds, but I knew hardly any of these. What a strange world where a horrible news story about racism leads to a gentle man educating us about wildlife. Sort of beautiful in a weird way.

[@ninanano]

YESSSS I HOPE THAT HAPPENS

[@cm8291]

That would be interesting. Definitely would be nice to see more nature shows and he would help fight the stereotype the media regurgitates

[@ariesdelfuego]

Yes

[@santamaria2509]

Totally!!

[@ashleymolignoni6831]

This man is an absolute joy. I couldn't help but smile when he got excited. What a wonderful energy and passion. So very sorry for your experience. Sending love.

[@the4thempire]

I bet you feeling fucking stupid now that the truth has come out huh?

[@pauluhlig8353]

"enough of that, lets look at birds!" Love this guy! Would totally watch him routinely.

[@nikki1477]

Forget her...can we marvel at this man's intelligence. His knowledge of birds is outstanding. He is so well spoken. I love his energy.

[@sharah3414]

He's a Harvard Graduate.. So impressive

[@bbsteele671]

Me too Nikki I'm trying to get a birdwatching date! :)

[@bbsteele671]

In all honesty. He is an incredible human being. I'm honored to have him on our team & only wish him the best, but I like to think I'm the best sooooooo you never know....

[@otisyoungblood]

The worst thing you can say is that a black man is well spoken ive never heard that said about a white man like we can't speak proper English lol

[@tubester4567]

Give me a break, in the black community they would be calling this guy gay and saying hes trying to be white because he speaks properly and has varied interests.

[@katieandree]

Someone PLEASE give Chris Cooper a nature show. This guy has that 'it' factor. So intelligent and passionate and quirky and beautiful.

[@DairangerSentai7]

If you're gonna be about then be about it. DM the guy and encourage him to start one! Who cares if you're a stranger, encourage him!!

[@soccerruben1]

Yes, he'll be our version of Steve Irwin, and Steve's also wholesome.

[@sueblack5794]

He is very handsome on top of nerdy charming.

[@islandvibez]

For real!! All the nature shows are monopolized by British colonisers (David Attenborough, etc.) Time for destroying this monopoly!!!

[@DaveKarl]

Agree.

[@mylitttleemilyjayne9]

I love seeing people in the element of their hobby with just the fullest excitement and not caring if the person listening is truly listening. This man is pure joy to watch

[@daftwod]

It's like you're at the fucking zoo.

[@DeckerClips1]

"It's a Northern panicked dogchoker!"

[@crankylib1470]

PERFECT! you nailed it.

[@replicxnt]

Looooool

[@babyteano1977]

Lol

[@athenaathena77712]

As an animal rescuer, I’d have her arrested for animal abuse for how she was choking her poor dog ! Unreal ... this world I tell you gone down hill fast ..

[@ojitodeleon]

omg he is so cute, intelligent and kind, he should have a KZbin channel or IG account so he can teach us about birds.... you can see how much passion he has in his eyes.

[@itspersonaltelevision]

And Gay as hell

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

He would be such a joy to follow.

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

shaun williamns I don’t think that’s especially newsworthy to anyone.

[@ninanano]

I hope he gets a show

[@ninanano]

@@itspersonaltelevision he actually is gay and that's completely fine

[@minuishaq631]

Netflix need to give Chris a show! Bird watching with Chris Cooper! I would watch it

[@dkmorphey]

❤️

[@os2171]

This situation totally reminded me what the ending of the movie “ Get out” was trying to convey. Racism. Actually the way she modulated her voice in a high pitch to inform “distress “ to the other side of the line and to tell her opponent, “ you know what the cops are going to assume you are doing to me, see”? She actually resembles the character from “get out”... it was based on her!

[@leafpeeper98]

it is instructive that she kept saying "an african american man" threatening me, as if this was a code for "emergency" "white woman killer on the loose". Fortunately that gambit did work...this time.

[@melps2124]

Chris sounds like a sweet, nature lover and he comes across as a wonderful human. Such a shame he had to go through that. Shame on that lady who was choking out her dog in that video... being so ridiculous. We need more kind souls like Chris.

[@sieekakhan6761]

It is nice to see him enjoying his hobby again. That woman almost destroyed it

[@avalonpark1574]

The Ripper and him

[@dionned.6176]

@K Brunson prove it🤣🤣

[@TheDemonCaine]

@K Brunson What did he do?

[@stevenoneofyourfuckingbusi1405]

You stupid fuck this guy tried to lure her dog away

[@TheDemonCaine]

@@stevenoneofyourfuckingbusi1405 He tried to steal her dog?

[@highlandhousestudio6638]

Who would be scared of this guy? He seems like a genuinely nice human being.. for real

[@stoneghana4171]

No one. That’s the point. She was never scared. Obviously. She just wanted her way.

[@hks2377]

I think she was just outraged at having him point out her rule breaking, his insistence that she stop & his refusal to be back down in the face her dangerous racist ploy to salve her own ego. He was far more protective of those birds, than she was of her dog. After being given the grace to have her dog returned, I hope she treats him/ her like royalty from now on & I hope she’s learned what ugliness can fester inside us, when we refuse to be accountable & seek to scapegoat others, instead. She has a troubling history of harassing people.

[@charisma-hornum-fries]

Heather King-Smith I agree. Now imagine her being a teenager. More horrific school experience dose not exist.

[@mooneymakes359]

he implied a threat against her dog and tryed to get it to come to him with treats. He pre-meditated the event also as he himself stated.

[@ninamo7969]

Only blatant racists! She would probably have said nothing if it was a white man asking her to leash her dog. This woman should get a fine for her racist behavior and for threatening an innocent man!

[@kevinagreer]

Seeing his wholesomeness really drives home how terrible that lady was. Who could get mad at this guy???

[@jerrycross5936]

As a grown hispanic man, this story makes me so proud. It's how you hold yourself, not how others percieve you, that is the reality. This man, held himself well and true and justice came through. I literally teared up because this video. Chris Cooper, you are frickin awsome sir. Thank you.

[@samuelawosolu1485]

This shows African Americans are not all culturally monolithic. We all have different passions, hobbies, interests, views, etc that make us all different. I can't stand when we are stereotyped into liking the same things, sharing the same views, food, music, etc. We are all different and unique.

[@semiramisbonaparte1627]

Everyone knows this. You people are weird af acting like black people are some new undiscovered species that you must constantly over explain. Nobody thinks we're monolithic, the bad apples tend the ruin the bunch in the eyes of most.

[@MultiSmartass1]

@@semiramisbonaparte1627 You raise a good point here. The whole AA people aren't monolithic strikes me as rather defensive and insecure for some reason.

[@sa9861]

Samuel Awosolu I think ‘homogenous’ is the word you are looking for....

[@tay2944]

Semiramis Bonaparte not everyone thinks the same way as you. If everyone knew this it wouldn’t have to be said

[@MrWaalkman]

I could agree with you more! With that said, can we address that whole Mayonnaise thing?

[@nicolasoke7421]

"She pulled the pin on the hand grenade of race, and tried to lob it at me, and instead it blew up in her face." I LOVE HIM 😍😍😍

[@mathis2x423]

We are a people who love life and all those things Yahweh created it’s so sad most of it has been genocide out of us now we’ve become something Yahweh did not create and he’s coming back for us, hold on people we can’t let them take out humanity even as we lay bleeding in the streets by unknown shooters that the police never seem to find. Is this a trap with brain washing always with the assumption of gangs. Stop, look and listen stay woke.🙉🙈🙊

[@elamothe81]

A perfect way to put it!

[@christopherseton-smith7404]

Well, she got the dog back, and she hasn't been prosecuted for wrongful accusations, so the hand grenade of race only really farted in her face.

[@nicolasoke7421]

@@christopherseton-smith7404 I mean she got fired, and a bill was proposed by Cuomo using her name and her face has been broadcast before millions to the put where she's been turned into a meme, so...call it what you will.

[@christopherseton-smith7404]

@@nicolasoke7421 : In the absence of a prosecution I'll admit that for her to get fired for her self obsessed behaviour is a really powerful thundering fart.

[@MediCali951]

I need to find an outdoor hobby like this. This coronavirus got me drinking and smoking weed too much. I’m

[@fromsurrey9538]

lol

[@chh7681]

this guy is literally enjoying nature on his own, fascinated by the animals in usa.. why would anyone want to be racist to this guy??? so sad.

[@CidYoung-REALTOR]

Ummm. Because he asked you nicely to leash your mutt and you went ballistic on him and then called the Po-Po all the while making shit up about the situation

[@write2ap]

This video was shot beautifully. When he was standing beneath the trees listening to the birds, it looked so beautiful. Kudos to the videographer!

[@naomigary7930]

i love when people are shamelessly passionate about their hobbies, its heartwarming to see

[@malandz9555]

I have no interest in birds watching, never have but he has kept me here. Passion for anything can keep you enthralled.

[@JackMyersPhotography]

Exactly right, it’s a beautiful thing to see.

[@davidrosen5137]

Well said Naomi!

[@dakat1726]

I love this guy- his genuine excitement, and always listening for birds even when talking to people

[@gialanamoon5094]

That anyone would want harm to befall this calm, gentle soul brings tears of rage to my eyes.

[@agoogleuser1261]

As a passionate birder myself, Chris Cooper's rush of enthusiasm for spotting birds, is legit!

[@kheatherthompson]

I have a student who is a Birder and I ABSOLUTELY love when he shows me different birds he's seen especially when he finally finds a rarity.

[@valerieg8874]

Facts, we feed birds and just to hear them sing is so beautiful.

[@themooch1639]

Do you know anything about birds? Would you take this for a swallow?

[@melissasmith6762]

Birds are irritating af.

[@sharonrather5788]

He is so Handsome I'm glad he didn't let that awful woman ruin his hobby

[@kennethmcbride1790]

he might have a white woman

[@kennethmcbride1790]

@@captainoftheroyalguard9992 not racist i just dont wont a blue eye devil.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

Kenneth McBride He’s actually openly gay. So he’s not dating. (any woman) Does it matter if he’s with someone of another race or outside of his culture? Doesn’t make him less of a black man he appears to be proud of who he is regardless.

[@kennethmcbride1790]

@@michaeld.williamsiii9026 whats his number buddy

[@sharonrather5788]

@@michaeld.williamsiii9026 ok thanks

[@lgen626]

I wish I could find something in life that gives me as much joy as this man has. He’s an awesome human being.

[@joellenkuney7424]

He's completely adorable. How any human being could see him as a threat is beyond imagination.

[@StrongerCoffee1]

He should teach adults, he's so kind and his love for the birds is so genuine. You can feel his excitement. He might Inspire other bird lovers to learn more.

[@ladydrone2345]

l agree! And he has such a nice manner, he's interesting to listen to.

[@StrongerCoffee1]

@@ladydrone2345 Right! And the way he talks about the birds. I wish i was that passionate about anything.

[@kevink.7597]

I can see Mr. Cooper leading a birders covey, flock, murder, etc... once a week to teach or introduce birding to those that might like that sort of hobby. If he does not work in the teaching profession... then he surely should.

[@annetteyoutube742]

@@kevink.7597 .... uh, "murder" ..?

[@rosien7334]

@@annetteyoutube742 yes. A group of crows is called a murder.

[@karleendemello1251]

“Everybody should be seen, because everybody is here”. Beautiful 🥰

[@cordarojohnson2537]

?

[@UniversalAnimeFreak]

No

[@mrsoshadabaadman]

@Peach Brain You are special.

[@anonymouse740]

He's a lot more ripped than I thought he would be when I just heard his voice.

[@Whatafunnyhat]

I love how excited he gets. He’s such a nerd and I LOVE IT.

[@wmtyrance]

This guy also writes comics for Marvel too. Holy crap the guy is amazing.

[@samclemmons5373]

This guy's wholesome level: 100%

[@ShlisaShell]

I know the excitement that comes when figuring out what bird made that sound and what bird is that I see that I have never seen before.

[@HollyMattson]

You have such a Kind heart and I am so sorry that you had to go thru that..

[@robertyoung3992]

Looks like he's enjoying himself,let him alone with his hobby

[@dawnpratt846]

Exactly , because it was a black community back in 1825 ,before the government high jacked it under Eminent domain it was name Seneca .

[@marianforeman8865]

EXACTLY!!!

[@terynb4407]

@@dawnpratt846 huh?

[@terynb4407]

@mizzmolly oh so like they did to the native Americans

[@terynb4407]

@mizzmolly no I'm not talking about the first time around. When america was starting out they kept giving and taking away land to native americans because they always found an excuse to kick them off property that they deemed needed to be for the government

[@dyrc1881]

I love his enthusiasm, how could anyone hate this guy?

[@tracep81]

It’s not the guy, it’s what his (our Black race) represents. The hate is irrational and intentional.

[@CobraHigh]

Ok this guy needs a web series or at-least a KZbin channel documenting his adventures watching birds.

[@Phbalancedshorty]

Nat Geo actually recently gave him his own show! It’s called extraordinary birder!

[@meganh4011]

Your glee at seeing the cardinal...priceless...I get the same way

[@frenchvanilla7109]

Her apology means nothing she's sorry she was so exposed! Watching her put on a performance was so disgusting pretending like she was in danger. Police could have pulled up and shot this man. She knew what she was doing and the fact the she got away with it all is even more disgusting!

[@terynb4407]

Lol this women was making half a million dollars a year 🌚 then she pulled this and lost that job

[@naturalbeauty_abena1230]

@@terynb4407 her white privilege will get her another job again in a few years

[@terynb4407]

@@naturalbeauty_abena1230 well in her field she can easily be blackballed

[@AmericanTeacher-USA]

@@terynb4407 We can only hope! 👍

[@sandrarock.5007]

I agree 👍💯 she should be in jail for that were I live. Were I live this would never be done. She was so evil doing that. She could of got him killed for nothing.

[@bertramdavis7120]

Good to see a man just being himself with no judgement from foolish people.

[@melissasmith6762]

You made that shit up. No one's judging anyone.

[@DJWOLFLIVE]

Bertram Davis exactly

[@msshana7802]

@@melissasmith6762 stop trying to gaslight people and just learn to listen. My goodness people like you give me a migraine.

[@melissasmith6762]

@@msshana7802 Ok idiot, show me where people were judging him for bird watching. Unless you meant judging him for his stupid behavior with that woman, then I'd agree, and he deserved it.

[@msshana7802]

@@melissasmith6762 are you stupid or are you dumb? Or both? What makes you think he hasn't been judged just because you don't see it. Who are you to prove anything to? Like wtf?? Please get your ignoramus self in check. Your racism is definitely showing Karen. You are probably the woman in the video too. Racist trash.

[@onetwothree257]

“Not just a Baltimore Oriole” I pictured Cedric Mullins up there, for some reason 😂😂😂

[@WealthisoftheMind]

What a lovely man! He has such a calming voice and seems so knowledgeable about birds. I'd totally watch a KZbin channel with him teaching us about birds and birding.

[@Riatehmonstrrbunneh]

The way he’s geeking out over birds made tear up and I don’t know why 😭😭

[@mckayfam3090]

The fact that ladies apology said "words are just words" speaks volumes about how unapologetic she truly was. When she said she was going to call the police and tell them that an African American man was threatening her life. She knew the POWER those words had. Those words instill fear, those words instill hurt. She knew the power of her words.

[@fanchangmindbsk2060]

Yep. How terrible she is. It's really hurt when you are face to face with racist. I'm so sorry with this adorable man

[@antonisatwork]

She's a sociopathic bitch and should be punished severely.

[@jlv3x]

I believe the only reason she apologized is because she lost her job over it.

[@thelastdaybreathinginetern1385]

Go away racist

[@inordirection_]

She meant her apology didn't necessarily mean a lot, because it was just words, right? Not that what she did was just words

[@tedl7538]

This TV segment is such a profound and moving way to honor Chris Cooper and reject racism after that sad incident in the park. Great job GMA!

[@groove-heroine]

I need a podcast, Netflix special, youtube channel or SOMETHING on Chris Cooper and his love for birding/bird-watching, he's so chill.

[@maureengarry]

I love this so much, showing Chris's humanity, his joy in being with his birds, and his perspective on the realities of racism in America. Thank you for giving him respect.

[@ItsKells]

I agree so much! Simple yet redemptive.

[@Veganmylocsarereal17]

This is a beautiful comment❤

[@brandyb2931]

Yeah, it totally leaves out where he described in his own words on his own fb page that he looks to scold people for breaking leash laws because he has been bitten before. He then proceeds to explain that he told her she either needed to leash her dog or take it up to the area where they can be off the leash. She explained that there was nobody else in the area and that the designated area to let your dogs run has a gate that the dogs can get out into the street. He then proceeds to tell her "If you think you can do what you want, then I am going to do what I want, and you aren't gonna like it." As a woman alone in the park who just had a very large and fit man tell her this, you would not perceive this as threatening? What isn't she going to like, is he going to report her or is he going to attack her and take her dog? There is always 2 sides tl a story but unfortunately when something is created to be told this way, people don't want to hear the other side. He gave a pretty clear description of what her side may be. If this was you, and a strange man came up to you in an empty area of a park and said these things to you, you wouldn't be concerned? So she calls police and says a black man just threatened her, he is black and he did just threaten her but I suppose we shouldn't say anything so as to not come across as racist when someone who is not white levels a threat at us.

[@PicklesMom512]

@@brandyb2931 If the biatch had done the right thing, and leash her dog (which was choking on the effing leash), there would be no issues! Come ON!

[@sourpuss5951]

@@brandyb2931 Bitch all he did after making that "threat" was pull out dog treats and started recording her. THAT is what he meant by doing something she wouldn't like. Exposing for her racism.

[@abigailc600]

This mans mental freedom is aspiring and I hope we all get to connect with the things we love regardless of the worlds attempt to tell us that we don’t deserve to live.

[@MsEvilgenius101]

I absolutely love what you wrote! It’s so very true!

[@breukelynbee77]

😘😘😘😘😘

[@MissLolaElle]

Deep!

[@furdosnurhussen3264]

Yesss! 💕

[@dionnakemp4291]

👍🏾❤

[@thefrozengoat]

What a warm individual - and what a great message about the spirit of birds.

[@avarmauk]

I love how excited he got when he saw the bird he was looking for.

[@CC910unc]

So when y’all gonna pick up his bird watching show I need him on Disney plus pronto!!!!!

[@mscstarz7151]

I'd watch his fine ass

[@CC910unc]

MsC Starz I’m dead lol he’s 🌈 but he is attractive!!!! And smart to gettt it lol 😝

[@CandidKary]

CandisLife yassss 😍✨great idea

[@shas3872]

I need to find a hobby that makes me this happy.

[@essence7423]

I wish they had asked him about that in this video..why bird watching and what makes him so excited about it?

[@mrflynn01]

Sha s, try music therapy!

[@byronbrown1978]

Try fishing!

[@CidYoung-REALTOR]

Gardening does it for me, and l often enjoy the birds and other wildlife around me as I groove in nature. And if I’m “upset” about something, l can just go rip out some weeds instead of strangling my poor abused hound.

[@parkeranimations3671]

Mine is stop motion

[@blondietehdino]

This is the sweetest man on earth. I could watch him talk about birds all day.

[@samwho1731]

I love people with passion about anything and this man exudes passion. God bless.

[@andyhumm6172]

Chris is so genuine. Proud to be his friend.

[@nita1stunna1]

You have a wonderful friend in your life wow.

[@oodelallee]

Jealous! Love him from just these few minutes. I’d love to improve my birding skills to his level. Must be surreal to have this encounter blow up the way it has!

[@fixit5555]

Please tell him some of us wanna keep learning about birds! Maybe a KZbin or something?

[@davidrosen5137]

He's such a cool person!

[@mikelamb9379]

Convince him to do guided bird tours...it would be worth every penny.

[@MidnightMusings948]

NO ONE CAUGHT THAT HE WROTE A COMIC SERIES FOR MARVEL?!?!?- A Marvel Nerd

[@turdferguson8928]

Yup. He used to be a writer and editor at Marvel

[@AngelicTroubleMaker-LaVooDoo]

HARVARD GRADUATE AS WELL.

[@mechanicman3305]

@Reborn 777 what? Shut ur bonafide scrub looking behind self up

[@Alic4444]

@Reborn 777 I'll bet you smell like old ass.

[@melissamccleary5210]

Omg,that freaking awesome!

[@EGPhil]

He looks like the sweetest person ever doing the sweetest hobby ever.

[@dolcemia27]

@goodmorningamerica, thank you for this story. What a sweet, kind, gentle man. This is the first I've seen of him outside if the initial story. My heart is overwhelmed with how truly kind he is and is such a bird nerd. This could have been such a different tragic outcome. I'm glad he is safe out there doing what he loves.

[@hannyhawkins7804]

Isn’t this man glorious? His joy is SO infectious. The way he explodes with excitement when he identifies a bird ...... wow, it washes politics and the pandemic and .. all the bad stuff ... right away. Thank you Mr Cooper!

[@joynoir6386]

He's so passionate, This dude is a professional bird watcher!

[@xbox0615]

He was talkin more about birds than the incident and that's cool we could learn from this man

[@GrayCatbird1]

It's so funny how I can understand everything he's saying, why he gets excited, and even hear some of the birds he's identifying XD Birdwatchers represent! Very nice video, on a very important issue.

[@LuisTorres-mx8fg]

I know how we fix this! Let's be like him...NOT like her. Why wasn't she charged with something???

[@crystal9626]

Luis Torres She wasn’t charged because of her skin color.

[@twinboyz2004]

She’s WHITE and they love these type of situations and want it too continue...

[@UXtatic]

This segues into...

[@UXtatic]

@Celeste Shui Ooooo.

[@omadjourney]

I think we should lock all the Karen's and Brad's in a park with a lot of black people and watch them flap about, scared senseless till they get some sense, however little.

[@cosmicenigmarevealed]

He is simply a breath of fresh air. He is what the world needs to remember this planet is a gift to us all. Take time to appreciate the best things in life. Love.

[@memekodd]

He is a bird watcher, ornithology. She was in hysteria.

[@mimi7434]

His nerdiness is so inviting to me. I'm glad he had his phone to record what was happening. He seems like a genuinely cool person. Glad he's ok.

[@PSILOVEYOUJAMESBLUNT]

He loves nature, he is sensitive, has a good heart and she is a monster.

[@ricodelavega4511]

well, she did work in finance.

[@rosaunolalintino]

@rick vegas lmfao

[@andalusiaverroes365]

Watch out for Karens , they are coming fo u

[@mbords01]

Has any of you read his writing on Biden? www.nbcnews.com/think/opinion/america-must-deal-its-racial-bias-starting-top-s-why-ncna1231543 So rich and pure wisdom.

[@danielbenson6407]

He should be given his own show. So much passion for what he's doing.

[@ceew2756]

Why? He is an instigator. Did you even read his post of what happened in his words? She was wrong but so was he. He threatened her by saying he would do something that she wouldn't like and called her dog over. Then turned the camera on conveniently after. He was just as much of a karen as her. And people just eat up whatever the media shows. Look for all the facts.

[@user-user-user-user.]

OMG genius !!!

[@wonderwoman6019]

Great idea!! Perfect host in every way (well except for the interested single ladies!😂), for a “Bird Watching in the Park” show!! Or simply, “Welcome to Central Park” show!! Seriously!

[@nix2747]

I feel so calm just watching him

[@ebonimartin2849]

I know right! I Have all kind of birds in my backyard, And they wake my a$$ up 5am every morning 🤬, but after a cup joe ☀️😍 they make u happy. He definitely brought me more interested to listen more to them.

[@dustfreequeen5151]

What a beautiful and kind spirit!

[@ladyintelect]

African-American bird lover here … checking in … my dad taught me to love watching birds. We always had hummingbird feeders in our yard. I put out suet for the bluebirds a few times. We’ve enjoyed watching a variety of feathered friends pass through. Birds are amazing and I enjoy their presence … sometimes more than humans!!!!

[@scrubypruitt1939]

I love to see people "dork out" on something that they love. He looks so happy!

[@coralreef909]

I’m a dork and a geek. Into Reef aquariums and Parrots. I’m Very misunderstood.

[@ebonyr.b.1216]

His geekiness hyped me up lol

[@drewkelsey2038]

You can feel the intellect and the nerdiness of this man.... but you can also feel the calmness of his heart to ignore ignorance of morons...well done my friend!!!

[@kylorenthehusky2584]

What a kind and gentle soul.

[@zaporida]

What a great guy. Knowledgeable and with infectious enthusiasm. I’m a British birder and have only been the Central Park once. I will never forget it but I would love to meet up with him one day. Terrific birding.

[@ChevonneF]

This made me cry. What a humble person. Imagine if this incident turned out in another black person’s life being ruined.

[@nita1stunna1]

Omg I cried too and smiled 🤗

[@nita1stunna1]

Smiled when he was recognized the different species of birds. He appears so sweet

[@TheRealist1.]

@@nita1stunna1 yeah, he's sweet...

[@aixamagr2897]

He isn't so innocent. He was never in danger. He kept on bird watching after she left. He confronted her and escalated the situation. They don't desribe it here or say what she said about his threats. He never should have made that video public. Media should be ashamed for only telling part of the incident. Making money by further dividing us. It's wrong for anyone to weaponize race or gender. Whether they are Amy or Christian.

[@Itsgonnabeok1325]

Bc he wants to continue to love birding and not let it be ruined by a brief encounter with an idiot.

[@musicgirl461]

he is WHOLESOME AF & watching him get excited about birds makes me smile so hard.

[@14oznalgenewaterbottle]

i love him so much 😭😭😭😭 he has such a passion for birds and he gets so excited haha 🐦

[@spak9710]

This man is what we need in our lives this man should be a figure we look up to he stands up for the right thing and stands up to bullies. He is peaceful and so wholesome this guy is a true legend. I have never been interested in bird watching at all but I felt bad for this guy but its good to see that he wasn't majorly affected by this video from what I can see. Have a good day everybody!