Boy, 8, meets the bone marrow donor who saved his life live on 'GMA'

[@shavitraravindran6875]

"Why did you want to become a donor?" "Because it is the right thing to do" The most beautiful thing I have ever heard.

[@joewebb4495]

She is very special for donating to save this cute little boy

[@travellmcintosh]

What that woman did was a suicidal move, brave, yet suicidal.

[@brendahenry5530]

@Alexa Medlock to

[@feracastracamping9061]

@@travellmcintosh what the hell are you talking about you idiot

[@travellmcintosh]

@@feracastracamping9061 That woman would've been dead Idiot!

[@DarKKnightt07]

When the dad said "thank you so much for saving our boy" I felt that. That woman is a real life superhero.

[@shayhicks7682]

I was a donor for a complete stranger, unfortunately my recipient wasn't able to survive. It is amazing how you feel such a kinship to someone you have never met. I received a card from the recipients wife and i still hold on to that card today.

[@polljones8921]

Bless you so much for that. You made a difference.

[@jhopsi]

What a selfless and beautiful act of kindness. I am sorry your recipient didn't survive. I am sure they are shining a light down on you for the sacrifice you made for them.

[@jeonglix5603]

Your recipient may not have survived, but you gave them more time with their family.

[@tajenshen948]

Shay Hicks wow...

[@IGleeker]

Shay Hicks god bless you

[@nooshinnojaba1044]

Hi there I just donated stem cells to a 5 years old four days ago and I can't stop thinking about him who ever he is I hope that works for him and he grow up healty and happy.

[@tenzinphakdon2369]

God bless u

[@milcahkigali2912]

Thank you

[@sheillaob]

God bless u

[@RM-gn2nj]

God bless you

[@Kam-ee4zo]

God bless you. You are amazing

[@maggied8468]

My son was 18 when he donated. He hated needles and had to have quite a few but it was worth it because after a year or so he was told that the recipient survived. Im always so proud of him. He is a remarkable person and not only because of his donation. Not everyone is fortunate enough to survive but it's worth trying.

[@shashank513]

God bless him!! 🙏

[@hindaittarhouzaft1529]

May god grant your son highest rank of heaven

[@maggied8468]

@@hindaittarhouzaft1529 That is very kind of you. Many thanks 💜 much appreciated.

[@maggied8468]

@@shashank513 Thank you and God bless you, you're very kind 💜

[@adeolaobayan7735]

God bless him. I hear the pain of bone marrow extraction is likened to the pain you feel if you were kicked by a mule.

[@jamieelizabeth2185]

I was my little brothers bone marrow donor. We were a perfect 10/10 match and it blew away his doctors at Stanford. He’s been in remission since then, 9 years ago 🧡

[@RABPWarrior]

That brings this granny’s heart joy thank you for sharing

[@jamieelizabeth2185]

@@RABPWarrior you’re so very welcome 💜

[@Queenme1-t3q]

Miracles!

[@maeveloney4950]

I'm very touched that that little boy got to meet his bone marrow donor.I had leukaemia 11 years and my only chance of surviving was to have marrow transplant,I'm from Ireland and the only place in Europe witch did the transplant at that time was in Bristol England me and my family flew over so I got have it I was age 7 when I had my bone marrow transplant My donor was an American woman that is all me and my family know about her for the last 11 years.After watching this it is making me want to find the amazing woman who saved my life and I would honestly love to thank her so much.

[@soniakwiecinski5120]

Did you ever find her?

[@immyray4287]

Did you find her

[@emanawesat5350]

Did you ever find her?

[@jennalynstyler1650]

Maeve Loney Did you find her?

[@lightofstars1110]

Hey let us know dıd u talked to her

[@MistressLovelyone]

We cannot wait to meet the donor who saved my daughters life. I cried throughout this video because it hits so close to home. Ty to all the donors who save precious people like my daughter. :)

[@ishita7t]

God bless y'all, so glad for you

[@MistressLovelyone]

@@ishita7t Tyvm dear.

[@jacobshort5378]

Did you meet? How did it go? Hope your daughter is doing very well also!

[@philtheheaterguy951]

Please post an update. Have you had that meeting? How is your daughter doing?

[@brittaniesidebottom]

Hope your daughter is still doing well ❤️

[@Aaron-jf2oc]

The donor is such an angel. We need more people like her she is really beautiful with a kind heart and also the should of had her sit with the kid

[@alfogel3298]

The 60 people who clicked "dislike"are tin men not in need of a bone marrow transplant but a Heart transplant..

[@asimafb7451]

al fogel why is this one of the funniest comments I’ve ever read

[@daplynekharlor1385]

haha very true

[@keishawilliams7546]

al fogel truth and i hope if they die they are not a donor because they're heart is cold

[@Dimples.xo92]

Haha clever

[@jonquiogue6755]

More like a brain transplant... How can u hate someone for saving a child's life??? For all u haters to dislike this video... Shame on u!!!!

[@kennethgoldsmith3851]

To all the donors and to everyone who signed up to be an organ donor. Thank you. I wasn’t gonna be here if I didn’t get a donor heart, he was my angel.

[@tonya4417]

When my son, 22, was in the hospital and was said to be brain dead, it broke my heart into pieces. He was still being kept alive by machines. I talked it over with his father about donating his organs. To give someone that chance at life is something I think my son would agree with.

[@emily3]

@@tonya4417I cannot imagine the strength that must’ve taken in a time of unbelievable grief. Bless you and your family. You are a hero.

[@zulyreyes01]

Full blown tears !!! Love these type of stories !!! God bless this donor, the child and the beautiful family !!!

[@idoluleputlang1517]

Tears of joy😊... true God bless the donor and the family too.

[@adrianm9732]

"Its the right thing to do" bless this woman for giving her heart and soul to a complete stranger.

[@giannagiorgianni2637]

This is absolutely weird. My brother.. on his birthday, 4, leg pain had leukemia. Then relapsed. None of us in the family were a match. And found a young girl to help her. Just found connection to this and decided to share.

[@calliegilliland8327]

Gianna Giorgianni wow. we know we are never alone because Jesus Christ is with us, but when He sends someone going thru the same things our way...it helps too. wow. ❤️

[@gengen6072]

Wow a beautiful story I’m so glad ur brother is alright! 💙

[@rtlthemusician5598]

@@calliegilliland8327 god does not exist

[@saintperthnorthcloud3850]

The young boy looks like an angel. I can't stop looking at his sweet innocent and glowing face.

[@nikhilsukumar23]

Yes

[@animemusicluver1]

This brought me to tears. I unfortunately can't donate bone marrow because I am type 1 a diabetic, but I'm happy that there are people who can

[@Videokid703]

Painter Misha me neither since I had chemo done at chidlrens of pittsburgh UPMC and NIH ( National Institutes of Health )

[@erinconnor5125]

Painter Misha same here! (Type 1 diabetes)

[@kelseymorine-reid5863]

Painter Misha I wish I could donate these things. But I am also diabetic. Type 2

[@richarddinapoli4457]

Same here type 2 diabetes

[@joycedelacruz3763]

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[@anrijupiter]

The way the boy is smiling at her just says how thankful he is. They’re amazing 🥲

[@scott2917]

I don't see this young lady as a stranger I see her as an angel

[@emilyb7062]

I don’t know them but when he said “thanks for saving my life,” I just started crying

[@ginas913]

The donor is an angel😇❤️

[@rosaliofetalbo8805]

mj Truly

[@barbiemortimer1322]

My brother died 2 years ago and give life again to 6 people. We lost Trevor but 6 people got a chance at life again through him and that makes us very very proud of him. I’m still crying for my brother 💔💔💔💔

[@jojoalvarez9699]

❤❤❤

[@jenniferlee1410]

I'm so sorry for your loss, but thank you for your brave decision to give life to others in that 💜

[@mikealyne9017]

When he said "thank u for saving my life'' OMG THE TEARS 😣😣😣 I DIED

[@jubansunabi6089]

Mikealyne RIP 😂

[@ngaranchuirs969]

@@jubansunabi6089 hllo

[@ngaranchuirs969]

Hi

[@zach9620]

wow, that donor is an angel.

[@thealphalo]

I am so happy for him and his family. May God always bless those willing to help others.

[@Gloriricus]

I see no one can voice their religion anymore. God Bless this family!

[@JasmineEleonora]

I hope all that hatred and lack of nuance makes you feel better =)

[@littlehunkthegreatestjr3853]

Claes Petersson 👌🏻👌🏻

[@robbysackman1611]

It's not Christianity it's people who does all kinds of evil and gave religion a bad name.

[@ngaranchuirs969]

Hllo lorena

[@beverlyhardman4965]

To the guythatsaved a woman from drowning..you are awesome..may god bless you

[@Fkclove]

that little boy is so sweet and grateful. u don't see that a lot anymore these days in kids around that age. most are big brats and completely spoiled. its so annoying. this boys parents really taught him the right way.

[@vickersvc]

Sorry to disagree, kids are not born brats and spoilt, they are made that way by bad parenting, all kids turn out good with 100% love, they return what they are given , love love and more love to all children every where.

[@elenachristinevanesagonzal7858]

That's so rude to say. Not all kids are like that. you have to get to know them first.

[@account10558]

@@vickersvc They did not say they're born that way.

[@hyperiondragon]

He's adorable. She's a hero.

[@amypham2577]

I had to stop the video and register on Be The Match. I cried so much ❤️ I hope I can help save someone's life

[@hurbig]

Amy Pham Not to be a downer or anything, but just because you donate your bone marrow, doesn't mean the recipient is gonna make it. I think it's great of you to sign up as a donor and everybody who can should do that, but you have to be prepared for a bad ending too when you do this.

[@amypham2577]

Herr Hurbig I know that it might not work out, but I don’t understand why you felt the need to make a discouraging comment. Donating is caring for someone else even if it doesn’t work out. I would still be happy that I tried.

[@justinmccauley143]

Doing that right now !!!! Thank you

[@alyssaandjoshua678]

Just have to sign up

[@sneb3004]

Youre an Angel. God bless you!

[@nativewarrior3375]

I donated bone marrow for a random person in need.... it’s one of the worst pains you can go through and I was still greatly happy to do what I did!

[@ZODIAC7594]

God bless u man you are a legend

[@elioabelle9388]

The boy looks very adorable. That donor girl, you rock! 🙏

[@katiekorell9776]

He's adorable. When he looked in the camera and smiled my heart melted.

[@eddyluna8]

What a beautiful young lady! We need more ppl like her

[@jake10cool]

I have been watching videos' of people who stepped in to help others with life threatening diseases. I have been crying, but it's a good cry. We are Blessed.

[@lealemon4856]

the boy so happy and can’t stopped looking his saviour .

[@Msjangel1973]

My dad was given a gift of a liver by a wonderful family that had just been through loss. It's meant another 22.5 years and still going. I'm so thankful especially when I see him and my boys together xxoo to all the donors and families out there.

[@edcurry5637]

I was blessed to come up as a match in 1995 and 1996 thru the National Marrow Donor Bank. My first recipient did not survive past one year, so we were never able to meet. My second recipient did survive, and my family and I drove out to Michigan from our home in Maryland to meet him and his family. I still get teary remembering when his father ran out of their house to hug me….he didn’t want to let go. My tears remembering that moment are dripping onto my iPad as I type this. Those marrow donations made me a better person and I am forever grateful to have had those opportunities to help.

[@rogwarrior1018]

You are the donor and your gift made you a better person...so well said.

[@BenNgo]

I love the way how the boy and his donor girl both looked at each others with a peaceful smile all the time

[@donnarheacdon]

The baby boy’s smile says everything 💕

[@Ethanpond42]

She’s beautiful.

[@NYAZWoman]

Donating is so very important as you can see from this video. It saves lives. So please be a donor. Saving lives one donor at a time.

[@lizaw.7313]

There should be more humans like this! People are so self absorbed, this young lady is a class act!

[@InTheNameOfLife1]

The way he’s looking at her the whole time ❤️ so so so sweet. He knows how important this young woman is. I hope they are all doing well today!

[@Jupe367]

they look like siblings.

[@Mond511]

Jupe367 that’s what I’ve noticed as well.

[@jeantam9214]

yahhh

[@vonny10096]

Yes..i was thinking that

[@tiffanykuo4256]

I thought so too!!!

[@MR-ic5lg]

Y'all would suck asss at picking out people... couldn't imagine if you were police

[@nikkikassell514]

Very touching and emotional God bless her for saving aj life

[@flounderRG23]

Now that is a true woman right there. God will bless her

[@mikegendron3723]

As simple as seven words, this beautiful human being summed it up! "IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO" Not all heroes wear capes and this young lady is my hero now!!!!

[@alankulchecki3160]

I think when this woman gets older, she can look back on this and say that it was one of those defining moments in peoples lives that make a difference. And when the little boy grows up and looks at her picture, he's going to think how can you ever repay someone back for giving you life. Excellent story, BTW checked to see if I could be a donor but I'm past the age restriction.

[@smartypantsgirl6845]

When little man hugged her, I lost it 😭❤️❤️❤️💕🤗

[@treatsandtravels06]

Such a sweet and emotional story , the young lady looks like she can be his sister .

[@leiaslizzy]

All donors are heroes. All of them. ❤️

[@mariposaqueen5955]

Oh boy!❤😢 What a beautiful story! I tried to be a donor since my 18th b-day by because of my family history of diabetes, I couldn't 💔, but I never gave up; now I run for cancer 🙏🙏

[@Yevgeniy-UA]

People like that restore the faith in humanity. God bless her 🙏 ❤️

[@jasonking2943]

Onions! Wow. When I was 13 I lost my mother who was 38 to leukemia. She could not find a match in time. That was in 1988 I made a vow that when I was old enough to get on the list to be a donor. I've been on the list for over twenty years and I got a call 2 weeks ago that I may be a match. I hope and pray I can help this person so that they can be a productive part of society. And if they have kids their kids will not loose a parent. And if the person still has their parents they won't have to bury a child.

[@emanawesat5350]

I do not know you but I am proud of you that you are truly amazing

[@zoeharmon5077]

Jason King sorry about your loss, thinking of you and I hope all goes well with it all♥️

[@terafarnum9576]

Jason King my brother had leukemia and I was tested but was not a match but a match was found but he did not make it so I told my self I would be a match for someone time went on and then one day I got the call that someone would need my help and I said to my self that I could. To help me but I can help someone so I told them that I would do it I had all the blood work done but I did not get the next call. I told myself that if I could not help my brother Paul I will help someone now I’m just waiting for a call

[@jasonking2943]

Update: It's been 8 months since I was able to donate to someone. The process was done at a major hospital in Atlanta Georgia. I'm not sure where the recipient lives or anything about them. I did check the form yes if the family would like to reach out. I work for the railroad and my employer was great to allow me to do this, as well as my wife. It's more to it than just saying yes. Would I do it again, absolutely so many people die without or waiting on a match. Just the thought I may have helped something gives me a good feeling. And honestly at this point in my life good feelings are a good thing. If someone reads this and have thought about going on the regestery but haven't please do. You can't put a price on life. :)

[@jasonking2943]

@@zoeharmon5077 thank you

[@nigangte6984]

A teacher of a smart boy, age 8 who is undergoing chemo right now. He stopped coming to school this year. I miss him in my class so much!! I think of him often and remember to pray for him. I hope my kid also get through this. I know him and HE WILL BEAT IT. Why do these kids have to face this at this age? This video is so heart-warming.

[@missjoy2698]

Hello, I hope your student is doing well. I wish him the very best in life

[@nigangte6984]

@@missjoy2698 Thanks for your concern. That was a year ago. By now he is doing remarkably better.

[@missjoy2698]

Aww, as a teacher nothing makes you more proud than your students beating every milestone that thought they couldn't beat. I'm happy for him

[@nigangte6984]

Even though i don't have kids of my own yet, i feel that i care about them so much at times it's embarrassing. They annoy me most of the times too😅

[@missjoy2698]

@@nigangte6984 I am also a teacher and I feel you and I do not also have kids. I'm not even married 😀. They can be annoying yet adorable

[@learning.growing.1017]

He's the most beautiful child....

[@kimmie3082]

WHAT AN UNSELFISH GIFT... I THINK IT'S REALLY SPECIAL WHEN YOU CAN MEET. A BEAUTIFUL STORY💙

[@eligebrown8998]

No words could ever say thank you enough when someone saves you or your childs life

[@truthoflife7018]

Hello From Nepal. I have been working through our organization voluntarily for children living with Cancer since 17 yrs. I am really inspired by the story. Love for the Donor and boy. God bless you all there.

[@michaellim4165]

She didnt have to do that but she did, out of the goodness of her heart. For doing the right thing and potentially someone's life. It is a minor inconvenience, a few hours of your time and a small procedure with some pain, but to the other side and recipient, your sacrifice means the world to them. Please donate if you can. I've just sent mine in. Hoping for the best. Real life heroes dont wear capes. They get married this weekend, filled with love.

[@glenndagilbert303]

I had bone cancer as child but you always hope you meet the people that save your life. The drs nurses or donors mine was bone and blood but still they save your life. Yoi can never thank them enough as you can see from this little hero .

[@maddietalley2995]

Oh my god i know this little boy and his family and this just warms my heart to the core that i know this boy and his family i still remember when my mom told me the news of what he had and seeing how he is today all healthy makes me cry

[@igloooboy]

Me too. I'm so glad he's okay :')

[@jasondamrau9943]

Maddie Talley so happy for these people. Because of this video I am looking into this program. As a military member I already an organ diner and I am always looking for ways to do more

[@molculer4049]

Jason Damrau I'm not sure you're who you say you are, you can't even spell donor

[@andrewhorsch4583]

Humble and quiet dad just sits in the background. Good man. The love he has in his heart right isn’t seen by a lot but that’s a father and a husband right there. Humble as can be.

[@spongebobisbae7496]

Who dared to put onions in my room😭😭😭

[@scottrock2346]

tf?

[@ishita7t]

@@scottrock2346 lmao

[@roxannerodriguez7075]

Lol, that's now my favorite!

[@elleni-41]

😂😂😂😂😂😭😭😭😭

[@Aaron-gt6xn]

Hahaha ya same here.my eyes watery af

[@matthewphillips2698]

I want to congratulate the mom! Even though she's going through turmoil of her son she still shows love to the donor that takes a lot of courage, foresight,and the uncanny nature to take herself away from what's happening to her son and walk a mile in the donors footsteps. She is a story of why gratitude is so lost on society today!. Thank you for this heartwarming tutorial it's an inspiration of what one act of kindness can spread. Kindness make it infectious! May God bless both families!

[@flako9571]

This brought me to tears and gives me chills through my spine. It's just a very heartwarming story

[@emilywiebel3238]

Most of the stories I’ve seen recently of donors saving these sweet babies lives are all young people which is so awesome to see! So much heart and courage to step up and put their life to the side to help a stranger.

[@Ailujporub512]

As someone who came face to face with possibly needing a bone marrow transplant, this is incredibly touching. She says she did it because it’s the right thing to do, but so many people don’t do this for many reasons. I don’t blame them - it’s terrifying and painful. But it’s so so important and anyone who donates to anyone, but especially a complete stranger, has such a kind heart. Thank you to Alex and to every person who donates or signs up to donate!!

[@amycarol2743]

He is the most adorable, wow his smile and the sparkle in his eyes truely melted my heart.

[@bruceg.6282]

I needed a kidney transplant and not one person from my family, even my brother, or any of my "friends", stepped up to be tested for a match. I finally got one from a dead woman somewhere up North. I really wish that I could donate something, but they won't let me.

[@melissaa.8653]

Congrats to the beautiful lady on her future,and thanks for donating🖒

[@emmajames1084]

Such an amazing story. So glad that beautiful little boy had his life saved by the young lady. I can't help but cry happy tears watching this. God bless you all xx

[@kimmie3082]

THIS IS SUCH A BEAUTIFUL HEARTFELT STORY. I CANNOT BELIEVE ANYONE COULD DISLIKE SUCH AN UNSELFISH GIFT OF LIFE💗 SO KIND SO LOVING SO UNSELFISH....GOD BLESS HER!

[@glenndagilbert303]

I had bone cancer at 13 and got so many blood transfusions and so much care. And you meet these brave little warriors they make you realize if they can you can.

[@peggyshaw1247]

MY HUSBAND GOT HIS MATCH FROM HIS AMAZING SISTER SHE WAS 100 % MATCH. Which IS A MIRACLE.. GOD IS GOOD..

[@didly6191]

Such a beautiful story, beautiful family and donor. This boy is a champion.

[@zaddyzou7249]

"Thank you for saving my life" What a lovely boy

[@jennahhbc6821]

awww...that sweet smile on His face

[@aj.nazreenaj.nazreen4111]

Your the Angel for Aj God bless you. You save little Aj life.

[@annmariemoreno1292]

What an amazing story. I am so happy AJ had a Angel on earth . She is a wonderful blessing.

[@kamranameri]

Wow. That was powerful. He has such a cute smile.

[@armsquad]

Bless her heart for giving the gift of life to another Human Being.

[@nancyforoughi5517]

Im sitting here with tears running down my face. What a beautiful little boy and family! God bless him and his family and the beautiful donor too! God bless her!

[@cathyn3477]

What a great thing this young lady did for this young man so glad you dont have cancer anymore glad your feeling great bless you both and your families and friends ❤😊❤

[@KeithNorman-xt1ls]

What a wonderful lady. Giving the most precious gift which is the gift of life. My heart ❤️ is full.

[@popcorn682]

Bless her! And bless that little boy!

[@travstar784]

This really melted my heart From someone who’s gone through it as well, this is such a beautiful story . I love love love this!

[@lesliemalagon3497]

Tears just came down by themselves such a beautiful moment for them and me seeing this got me so emotional!!

[@jefferycollyge3877]

Even though I don't know them, that was really nice and sweet for what that lady did for AJ.

[@cche16]

she looks like she's apart of their family. they look alike.

[@michiganmom857]

What an absolutely adorable little boy! His smile is contagious!

[@cheerboicreations1439]

As someone who is going through cancer themselves this is so, so heartwarming to see!❤️ she saved this kids life and now he’s thriving! That’s incredible of her. I’d love to be able to donate to someone if I was under different circumstances.

[@Chegles1]

What a beautiful soul the donor has, I see no ego in her only selflessness. Amazing. God bless her and her young recipient.

[@R_Hudson25]

Thanks for making me cry

[@mori7449]

poet hudson ..Yeah me too

[@charmroman]

A beautiful angel, selfless act

[@S.Preetz]

I recently became a bone marrow donor and I'm awaiting the day to donate..

[@ishita7t]

That's amazing

[@HH-kg4fq]

The donor looks more like the boy's mother than his actual mother. That's amazing.

[@merciawilliams4627]

What a wonderful story. Thanks for donors they are so selfless.

[@bobwinters6459]

Can't stop crying, these stories always tear me up. God bless her and all donors!

[@doumou51]

Wow I am so touched by this. I have never known anyone with cancer but this video was very emotional for me. This is so inspiring!! I am twenty years old and to know she is just two years older than me goes to show her strength. So inspired I just signed up for the national registry to become a doner ! Thankyou for this really. 💕

[@dr.irfananwararnab1925]

It’s even more beautiful to see how true and down to earth these people are. "Because it’s the right thing to do" was the most simple and most beautiful thing I ever heard.