Bachelor detective trades single life for family life

Detective Jack Mook adopted two Pittsburgh boys, and got the family he never expected to have. Steve Hartman met him, On the Road.

[@ADetailedHouse]

That older brother....ugh. He broke my heart when he broke. He had the weight of the world on his shoulders, protecting and worrying about his younger brother.

[@Shadowlegend25]

The world needs more older brothers like the one here.

[@pramith4242]

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[@pramith4242]

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[@pramith4242]

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[@pramith4242]

Jake tghihg uuijgh

[@dessappy]

I feel sorry for any boys who will break his daughter's heart now. 4 brothers and a dad cop.

[@GOLDSMITHEXILE]

and at least 2 brothers know how to box too...

[@independent8342]

Thats how it should be. She will be very well protected.

[@jefferywilliams9592]

I know.. It is like wow you are super hot but yeah.. I am gonna pass ok... lmao

[@rusenescualin3739]

you forgot to add the pitbull with a 6pack

[@bobbijones9881]

Rusenescu Alin -Haha! Yes, I saw him staring at the camera too!

[@Kanonfangirl]

“Did you go to the bar because you knew he’d be there?” “Yes” LMAO 😂

[@1985pza]

its great compliment for him.

[@RobertDecker417]

The 'ahh' that Steve and Jack did were great responses.

[@lilyann168]

Its so funny that woman went to that bar looking for him haha. I love it.

[@keystonedaytrip238]

I wouldn’t mind being stalked by a gorgeous woman like her

[@animemanXLK]

they may not be his biological sons by they sure look alike

[@vernonhardapple6983]

I know right you'd probably never suspect that fact...they'll grow to be as handsome as he is...

[@ekaterinas8796]

This was meant to be!!!

[@vinemp]

Right?!---like he spit'em out hisself!

[@marvinjacobtiu]

That's what I was thinking as well. Sure it is meant to be.

[@IWinsomeIllosesomeI]

Racist

[@alison4316]

"For fun he hits people." 😂😂😂😂 I'm dying.

[@JP-ks7ey]

and it's legal

[@rasmusandersen4477]

Never have I been so disappointed to see, that I had already liked a comment! This comment is way too underrated! 😂😂

[@bobbykaralfa]

i got a giggle to at that one LOL

[@unexpectedvixen5685]

😂🤣🤣🤣

[@mollywestmoreland9731]

this is just by far the best story I have seen, such a great guy, I hope his marriage lasts forever!!!

[@patriciaalston7623]

Molly Westmoreland So do I

[@djaneeg96]

Don’t forget the dog 😂

[@aroukapenn]

Me too!

[@Jevandtieriel]

Yes, me too. Amazing story.

[@j.l.salayao8055]

I admire your comment but there is no such as "forever". "Till death do as part"....yes.

[@CRL73hippo]

You want to know what it means to be a true man? Jack Mook is a perfect example.

[@lsesternester3231]

Cobb Knobbler Please share your esteemed opinion, pal.

[@cpfs936]

Did you ever notice that the jerks (and I'm being kind here and watching my language) who make comments like that Cobb Knobbler either have no content on their page; that or it consists of videos of their gaming "skillz"?

[@Carriedmusic]

CPFS yes lmao

[@MrJking065]

@Cobb Knobbler Knob.

[@CurlousCam]

I hope to whatever is above that maybe watches us- that I do become an example of a good father.

[@christydowns783]

Another perfect example of how you don't need to share DNA to be a parent

[@MrChassmith]

"sharing" DNA is about 1/10 of 1% of it...

[@me_here_now]

Christy Downs ... well if that’s true why are people pro-abortion and anti-adoption? I’m adopted and so glad to have been, rather than have a birth parent forced to raise me when they couldn’t.

[@berekexer56]

@@me_here_now The same reason why medical care, education, food, etc are not entirely provided by the state; the world is still run on free will and someone has to pay for these things. For the ones who don't have access, some kind of moral judgment has to be made.

[@gangie]

@@me_here_now yeah but who is pro abortion but anti adoption? Yeah increased unwanted abortions create less adoption because there is decrease in number of children that are unwanted. Opens up the opportunity for children who lost parents due to tragedies find a new home. A better life

[@Tyrosine0910]

@@me_here_now Who in the world is anti-adoption, exactly?

[@cruse85]

That's a true heart of a father. whoever dislikes this video, must be those neglectful foster parents

[@paulfharris175]

Yeah and they all must be brain 🧠 dead

[@luporis2375]

Even brings a tear to a 41 year old rugged man...

[@daphnelattimer9952]

Respectfully, here's a Kleenex to wipe your tear.

[@GoodWillPrevail]

Oh I am so glad he got married. He is wonderful! Congrats to both!

[@patriciaalston7623]

You don't have to necessarily get married to be a family.

[@alzorama2876]

The dog @ 2:47 -- "This is my family. Don't touch 'em."

[@alexag305]

alzorama LOL

[@lcl2506]

Omg I didn’t notice 😭😭😭

[@austinh7110]

He even turned his nose at the crew 😂😂

[@tim43137]

Beautiful story! Being a successful single father, never married, at close to 40, was surprisingly rewarding for me as well. Welcome to the family life partner!!

[@daphnelattimer9952]

Beautiful story indeed! I'm glad to know you gave love a chance and found your life partner.

[@Analyticalinadream]

This has been awhile ago, but I just hope they all are so happy. Everyone deserves this kind of family!

[@shosin2919]

Honestly his entire story could the plot for a movie

[@eliezerlogronio]

I agree :) this type of story should be transformed into a movie. Then this guy and his own family will have a cameo appearance.

[@gordonlatz8387]

I loved this story in 2014, but now it goes from a great story to a perfect story. Congratulations Jack and family.

[@languagelearningdabbler]

This story just kept getting better! He fosters the kids, then adopts the kids, then marries... Now if only the dog would rejoice 😂😂😂

[@bench175]

I think dog stole the show at 2:47

[@Angela-wv4yw]

bench175 did you see the definition in his chest?! Dogs got an 8 pack!

[@officialJoCa]

I wonder what bar that dog will be in.

[@coco-rg3bm]

d villa he’s straight up protecting his family

[@alison4316]

Lmao yes!!!! Just staring lol

[@PlateletRichGel]

Dog is a Jedi Master of the photobomb.

[@NickanM]

I have a feeling that this man won't die alone in a home for the elderly.

[@patriciaalston7623]

Silence is golden

[@sharonsolana]

2:48 I love the dog at the end staring right into the camera!

[@Vitoandolini13]

We need more Jack Mooks

[@1bls]

The wife is a beauty, Mook got what he deserved. I wish I was a Mook.

[@daphnelattimer9952]

Don't wish. Be. There's so many children waiting to be adopted.

[@foysollee750]

1bls The wife is a beauty??? she is a 🤢old women👵!!!

[@RIODJENIRO1]

GREAT story, thanks for sharing. Wishing the family many many years of love, happiness and joy.

[@patriciaalston7623]

Rio DJeNIRO Me too

[@angelfrankenfine]

beautiful story. I had a horrible childhood in poverty and abuse as well. as a child, I thought the rest of my life would be like that. thankfully, I pushed myself to ensure my children never have to endure what I did.

[@leesher1845]

I grew up in Pittsburgh and I heard this story before but I just had to listen to and watch it again.

[@desbrbry2318]

Awe i just love him! For what he did of course! What a hero what a leader what an awesome dad. And u def could hear in his voice when he said "broke down and took away from that life" he loves her and then the damn wedding photo at the end! Look at how amazingly happy he was! She makes him so frickin happy and the whole story is beautiful had me tearin up the whole time.

[@Jesus.Bridged.The__Gap]

What a beautiful story and family! The boys even resemble Jack. Awesome!

[@marciabrown7019]

Oh, I love this story!! What a great guy. He was brought into these two great boy’s lives because it was a way to rescue them & him as well. He had at first, two wonderful sons then he found the right woman for him & 3 more beautiful children to be a part of this family. This is just the coolest. What a great blessing for all of these great people. They are now a beautiful family. How cool is that. ❤️

[@tommypauly3249]

I can't add anything else! As a matter of fact, I am responding to this with tears in my eyes and a lump in my throat! Just the best thing, EVER!!😇🙏😍😎😉👀

[@sharonsolana]

So happy for the boys and their dad, and his wife and family!

[@patriciaalston7623]

Someone should do a follow up just to see how they're doing. Mau God continues to bless him and his new family.

[@HaibTshajHaib]

Beautiful story! Glad the boys found a good home and parents.

[@cynthiahawkins2389]

Real men cut onions..and adopt kids.and say hello back to cute single moms..?? Way to go, guy.

[@patriciaalston7623]

Your heart can feel what your eyes cannot see.

[@DinoHunter56]

Real men? I love this story too but I hate when women use that term. My uncle never married or had any children. He went to medical school and then spent his whole life traveling to third world countries to give medical care to those without access to it. We all have different paths in life ma'am. Please don't tie a someone's manhood to what they choose to do with their life.

[@varun3253]

@@DinoHunter56 She's just saying that cause there is a preconcieved notion of what a real man is and she is just saying that this dude is a real man too, even though he does not fit societies definition of a real man.

[@karenhetherington9358]

My hope is.......... that this new blended family grow in mutual respect, love and appreciation of one another.

[@donireneyoung1272]

This was such an awesome story. "It is not good that the man should be alone; I will make him a help meet for him." Beautiful and true...thank you so much for sharing.

[@Glee73]

somehow came across this amazing story.. did some googling and was really glad to hear that the mook's are still doing well. Jack who was not only a former detective, but was a paratrooper in the gulf war has since retired from the force and now runs his own boxing gym.

[@blueturtle1719]

That's awesome. Thanks for the update.

[@isabelramirez381]

Lovely story glad he found his sons and a good kind women to share his life and family with.

[@Haveyoueverbeenswallowed]

I swear KZbin has been on a roll today.. making me cry with all these videos ! This is what the news need to show !!

[@jenntip]

They're right....he is a true mans man!

[@cruse85]

i wonder if there will be a movie based on a true story about jack mook and how he changed the boys' lives.

[@sportsfan5548]

If there can be multiple movies about sharks and tornadoes, surely there can be one movie based on this great story.

[@agricolaregs]

Or how they changed his life.

[@SOak145]

@@sportsfan5548 This comment 👏👍.

[@gobinathg2926]

Kumbalangi nights

[@helenboula3538]

If so it will be a Hallmark movie

[@gracelyimo7260]

my faith on humanity has been renewed

[@spectrum1980]

that is nice family, and she is pretty. good things come to people who do good.

[@ferdousadnan5814]

Wouldn't have mattered if she weren't pretty. She's got a pretty big heart and that's what matters.

[@ann-marie8035]

What a beautiful story, a family with love and joy!

[@Janice11HOWARD]

What a lovely story to end on. It is so nice that they have all found one another. I am especially pleased for the two boys, after their earlier upsets. I hope everyone has a long and happy life.

[@keithhepworth4934]

I have so much dust in my eyes right now. Also, who are the losers who gave this video thumbs down?

[@Spin84]

The other dudes at the bar that night they met

[@murphull7413]

Probably Browns fans.

[@santiagodeaquino]

I love this guy, and the stories he finds. You rock, Steve Hartman (and CBS)!!!

[@patrioticdevil]

Wow this is the shortest story with a greatest ending I have ever witnessed!

[@JamesUmbrello]

This man is a True American

[@wendellburkhart2483]

This is one of the best stories I've ever seen . So good and humbling to see reality .

[@diverbob8]

That is one GREAT LOOKING family Jack! BRAVO!

[@llynnie888]

They were all made for each other. The two boys look just like their dad. So happy they found a home. Beautiful story💞

[@tapsars7911]

Great going Mr. Detective . You have a really big heart . So happy to see you enjoying family life . Congratulations on your new family .

[@kylewebb8779]

What a completely beautiful story. This seriously could be a movie.

[@donaldkruger2993]

What a great story with a beautiful ending Jack your 1 in a million special man who changed those boys lives now they have a good daddy and mommy and some siblings , you boys have been blessed , heart warming and touching , pay it forward I know there are a lot more good men out there who could do the same.

[@patd6370]

What a beautiful thing- Three families became one. Shows the power of good deeds and this show.

[@keystonedaytrip238]

I’m single ; and I definitely realize what I’m missing ! Being alone all these years is wearing on me. I get sick & tired of guys at work complaining about their wives , being unappreciative of what they have !

[@Screwsandrods]

Awesome story, he's a good guy with a huge heart and being a family is truly priceless! 🙏

[@mattgilbert5850]

Kudos to Jack. That's one of the best stories I've heard yet. Bless the future for the whole family.

[@thelionofjudah829]

Caring about others goes a long way, you become a blessing to others that you never thought might need you. Good job brother man.

[@Shorty5959]

Congratulations to the new family!!

[@wssidaho]

YOU ARE AN AWESOME PERSON and Detective!!!!! So Happy I saw this!

[@melaniegonzales5348]

This man gained the world! God bless his generous heart!

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

Best real story l've heard in a long time. This man, had a lot of love to give.

[@jimwerther]

I'm not crying, you are.

[@ms.m.murphy3453]

This touched me so. And then to see the Mrs. & her sweet babies. I just kissed the puppy when it popped up!! That was the icing on the cake for me. Awww this was a beautiful story💞

[@omaymaeldali9214]

That guy deserved happiness and he got it 🥺

[@pittcrunch6513]

the wife is beautiful

[@keepitsimple2593]

I hope someone also looked into the previous Foster family and took their license away. It's awesome that these kids are in a different home now but the old foster parents need to be looked into also if they haven't been.

[@janetmiller2980]

Congratulations to this officer on family life. May they experience much happiness!

[@palomavano4705]

Such an inspiring story. How nice there are people like him in this world.

[@kayf661]

This man won at life. Got to enjoy and be happy in his bachelorhood. Then have the joy of being a father to 2 boys. And then found a Diane Lane lookalike who seems lovely and have that complete family in his older age. Wow.

[@williamjamesayers7719]

Humanity at its finest. God bless your whole beautiful family.

[@michaelkushner4664]

I had the honor of meeting Jack at his boxing gym and he is the nicest and most honest man on earth. Hes a great dude

[@kerrymadgett9852]

Wow. You all found each other. You give me hope.

[@waltermameli2026]

Why is America such an awesome place? This story is all the explanation you need.....

[@lindareinen4361]

Wow, CPS must not check up on their foster homes! That’s sad and dangerous for kids! But a very good ending for those boys!

[@damonduncan2779]

Sadly CPS in most areas are understaffed and overworked.

[@kathiepadilla4450]

I Absolutely Love and Respect This Man. God bless you always

[@TMWill-fi5fy]

Strong, valiant, and compassionate. A real man.

[@laurak5838]

What a handsome man; inside and out!

[@dinh5532]

I know, I'm glad someone snatched him up.

[@jay.ebenezer6766]

I swear someone's always cutting hot onions everytime they make one of these videos. Always making people cry. I am a grown man

[@marvinrosenthal6158]

Thank you, G-d. You have an incredible way of being wonderful, sometimes.

[@drewscott8377]

one of the few you tube videos that genuinely makes me happy

[@bigq1977]

As a police detective (VIPD) myself, I can relate to this amazing story. I think the man above directed me to see this video.

[@sweetbeeluvera1450]

OMG he's married now I first saw this story a few years ago and now he's married with three more kids oh my goodness how God has a way of getting people together!!

[@bamamanfan]

Proof there still are some wonderful people in this old world...what a beautiful wife and family this man now has.

[@colerainfan1143]

I’m glad too. Thanks so much for posting.

[@godofredosiason7371]

One malady that old age have gifted seniors are dry eyes. Fortunately I've lucked into a solution recently and now my struggles with dry eyes can easily be mitigated by any all of Steve Hartman heartwarming stories...I get a good laugh, a cleansing cry and my belief in humanity is reinforced. Best non_ pharmaceutical therapy, natural, sustainable and free. Please don't stop Mr hartman.

[@MuchLoveMa]

Beautiful...a big ole' bear with a soft heart. I hope your family receives many more blessings. You sir, are a very honorable man.

[@squeedum4893]

Effing A, this story keeps getting better!

[@pappynitram7097]

From one "Burgher" to another good job detective. Always good to hear about my old home town. You're the best Pittsburgh.

[@calistarr9596]

Not every cop is a bad cop. 💯

[@EllenKoch]

Wonderful story!

[@Ira06002]

This is the 5th or 6th…OK, I’ll come clean…20th time I’ve viewed this story. It just restores my faith in good people doing good deeds.

[@ls-kk4pq]

Meant to be. What a great guy, great kids, great family.

[@peterhooke4106]

This man is a true hero and inspiration!

[@charlotteryner6583]

Wonderful story. Thank you.

[@AK03705]

Best story ever wish than a lifetime of happiness 🤗

[@maneuschwander6394]

We need an update on this story! Beautiful start!

[@DTDGROMM]

Oh no! You are not a weakling. You are very confident in who you are and your character of success shows in your beautiful and humble actions.

[@DanielLeybag]

amazing stories...you all deserved a million hugs specially for this two young boys who is been struggling . Godbless

[@jarivasarainen1924]

This guy earns my utmost respect.