Dale Wins Back Nancy (R.I.P. Johnny Hardwick)

Celebrating Johnny's work on King of the Hill by taking a look at arguably the most important moment for Dale.
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[@bradwolf07]

"I slept with Dale" "Oh Gawd, we forgot his birthday," I laughed out loud at that. RIP Mr. Hardwick. You will be missed

[@Aspi3Gam3r]

Johnny Hardwick wasn't just the voice of Dale Gribble. He was also a writer and consultant on KotH during its initial run.

[@joeskys2362]

Wow he helped create it too. Man that means if they try to reboot the show again. They will be missing out on very much needed creative resources. You really hate seeing the loss of the creatively gifted like this.

[@rigorgrynn4469]

​@@joeskys2362is passing was recent. There's a good chance he helped with the writing process before the writers strike.

[@joeskys2362]

@@rigorgrynn4469 Bro I didn't even know there was a strike. It doesn't look good for the reboot, but I hope they still pull it off. KOTH was one of my favourite shows.

[@lucapeyrefitte6899]

@@joeskys2362I read an article saying that he recorded some lines before he died

[@joeskys2362]

@@lucapeyrefitte6899 Thank you for letting me know that. At least some of Johnny's gifts will be utilized before he passed. I hope his last days of creativity on KOTH were extremely fulfilling for himself, and for the rest of his fans.

[@Devin_Stromgren]

Even when I was watching this show as a child I could recognize this fact. Nancy doesn't deserve Dale. He's too good for her.

[@WadeAlma]

Not really. Nancy while she did something heinous had became this way from Dale neglecting her. Dale would go on adventures for months at a time. It took a bit for her to get this way. He doesn't earn much so she's the primary breadwinner. Dale is incredibly irresponsible as well. The fact that Nancy didn't divorce him is a testament to how much she still loved him. It's incredible how few people understand marriages in these comments. Dale left Nancy for 6 months to go off hunting aliens. Dale disappears at random. Can you imagine if your husband would just randomly leave and not return for days or months at a time? And when you try to get him not to do that he ignores you? Dale is not the victim here. And neither is Nancy. They both did wrong to each other.

[@LanClanKilla]

​@@WadeAlmaRemember kids, it's okay to cheat on your partner if he goes on "wacky adventures" and doesn't make more money than you.

[@Devin_Stromgren]

@@WadeAlma Neglect is not an excuse for infidelity. There IS NO excuse for infidelity. Divorce would have been better than cheating.

[@wimsylogic65]

I'm not entirely sure but I think on some level Dale knew.

[@addex1236]

​@@Devin_Stromgrenin an ideal world you'd be right but relationships are more complicated than right cheating is wrong absolutely but so is neglecting your spouse for months on end and while two wrong don't make a right its hard not to see why someone would have sex with someone who I you know actually there not to say it's right bit again relationships are complicated

[@TheSaltiestOne]

The fact that Shady actually hates Redcorn means the actor and the writers did their job right. Edit: Why is the comment section talking about racism I just said Redcorn was done right.

[@tigrerojo9685]

...more like the colorist, knowing Shady...

[@Imidentifiednow]

​@@tigrerojo9685what

[@paloim]

@@tigrerojo9685 elaborate

[@emeralddragon2980]

@@tigrerojo9685 Ya know the dude's black, right? You're not blind, right?

[@Mikeplaysdbd]

​@@tigrerojo9685shut up

[@chaotixerxes]

Dale Gribble is the most powerful character in cartoon history, it pains me to see his voice actor die.

[@armaniransom9296]

I swear I’m so sad is like my favorite uncle dying 😔💯

[@TheHellreaper25]

His pocket sand was truly a force to be reckoned with 😔

[@dailykibble9145]

He was a great father. when he gave the five to joseph and then surprising him with an extra five and childlike wonder and stuff. A great dad and an even greater actor

[@TheRealBlazingDiamond]

His Squirrel Tactics will be forever remembered in the annals of history

[@zl7321]

Pocket sand!🫱⏳

[@bobkerr2755]

You left out the best joke Nancy: I have a headache John Redcorn: So take an aspirin

[@shadyomo3636]

He probably left it out because john redcorn said it

[@ShadyDoorags]

I leave a lot of non-pivotal stuff out of reviews to make sure there's still something to watch afterwards. I don't want my videos to be replacements for the actual episodes. Also I sometimes have to cut a scene short to avoid copyright claims.

[@shadyomo3636]

@@ShadyDoorags You win this round John Redcorn

[@bobkerr2755]

@@ShadyDoorags fair enough, but I don't imagine anyone is watching a review of an episode before watching the actual episode itself first. I imagine most people watching these videos are familiar with the source material and just want to hear someone else's opinion on a series they enjoy. As for the whole copyright thing, yeah that's always annoying. Funny how movie critics like siskel and ebert never got copyright striked for showing movie clips in their reviews and yet it happens all the time to KZbinrs.

[@kelleygreengrass]

​@ShadyDoorags the only reason I think you should keep it is highlights the difference between Dale and John Redcorn. Dale lets her do anything to feel better and John Redcorn is more concerned with her being with him even if she feels bad.

[@ConnorMiller417]

Johnny Hardwick embraced the character of Dale Gribble. A lot of the times, He wore an orange hat and country attire out in public. A legendary voice gone too soon. RIP Johnny ❤️

[@kaylafairnbain8163]

He has a KZbin channel where he sang a pocket sand song

[@ZeranZeran]

He went live on KZbin almost every day during the past few months before he passed. He would get on his keyboard and play songs and sing just like Dale. He was such a sweet man. I'm really glad I saw those streams and got to tell him how much he meant to me. RIP Johnny Hardwick♥ Seriously, one of my favorite characters in this world, in fiction and in real life.

[@brad7682]

With the wrong voice actor, a character may never come to life. With the right one, a character becomes a legend. RIP Johnny Hardwick.

[@RequiemPoete]

Do not mourn him. He has joined the Gods of our time. The Makos, the Mel Blancs, the Kevin Conroys. Christine Cavanaughs all have welcomed him.

[@crystalgemgirl731]

​@@RequiemPoeteYou're right, he's where he belongs.🖖🏻

[@NixonRules963]

You left out my favorite joke where Dale goes "Someone just had sex with his wife" and Boomhauer starts congratulating Hank 😂

[@elizabethk007]

My favorite exchange in the episode: “The heart wants what it wants. -Woody Allen” “Nancy wait! HE MARRIED HIS DAUGHTER!”

[@jaggedlittlepearl8635]

I had to look that up holy shit!

[@gabriellagalli8564]

@@jaggedlittlepearl8635I looked it up and good lord, that’s absolutely insane. Thank god she’s not his biological daughter though, either way it’s really gross and grooming if you think about it

[@bats159]

“You watch the news?” “I sorta have a crush with the weather gal *Winks*” A line so good that it almost turned Shady bi.

[@byronrush9802]

Yep people didn't think Dale had game how the hell did they think he got Nancy

[@rojaerobinson8324]

​@@byronrush9802 they probably thought she was for the streets!! The way I saw it when I was younger is that, people would sleep with her not to be with her, she desires companionship, Dale treats her like a literal saint and admires her so much that's why she married him and does not divorce him. Honestly they both will fall apart if she did.

[@logger22]

@@rojaerobinson8324that actually sorta explains why she had an affair. Most of the men she slept with before marrying Dale were probably far more attractive than him but didn’t desire to be with her or vice versa. The same could apply with John Redcorn or why she lusts after Boomhauer and Hank as well

[@slashbash1347]

People gotta stop thinking that you understanding a character's motivation is condoning it.

[@carriehellbound1535]

Seriously though! It's absolutely ridiculous that people always have to clearify that they don't condone a character's actions by trying to understand them

[@wormsnebraska]

Yes to the 10th power on that one

[@juno6602]

Dumb people have a really hard time with this one.

[@AshleysBrother]

Agreed

[@errorx_x1063]

If that was the case, Jury duty got alot more awkward for the human race

[@GreatFox42]

"Oh my god we forgot his birthday" That right there is a perfectly-executed Brick Joke

[@Segadrome]

Legendary Voice Legendary Character Legendary Man Rest in Peace Johnny H.

[@WSendam]

Rest in peace Johnny Hardwick you are a legend ❤ 🪦

[@armaniransom9296]

Hell yea and my granny met him in Texas she said he was a nice man to meet

[@WSendam]

@@armaniransom9296awesome 😎 ❤

[@armaniransom9296]

@@WSendam 💯

[@unlimitedbladeworksemiya]

I still haven't moved on from this loss and I rewatch all his best episodes every night, a new video tributed to him is heaven sent.

[@2devious724]

Still doesn't feel real to me either 💔

[@tryhardfinessedyou]

Cap

[@theepicricemaker6611]

Why are you people *so* connected to some guy who voiced a character like 20 years ago

[@RT-qd8yl]

I feel the same way About Balltze/Cheems 😭

[@JordanPlayz158]

​@@theepicricemaker6611"Empathy for others, appreciation for voice acting... what's that?" xD

[@c.w.simpsonproductions1230]

Losing Dale is heartbreaking. It almost feels like a eerie echo of when John Witherspoon died, which effectively killed the Boondocks reboot.

[@117kazekage]

I’ll always hurt for John Witherspoon’s death

[@chesterstevens8870]

Although to be fair, the Boondocks reboot had a lot more going against it than just losing John Witherspoon. It also lost the creative direction of Aaron Mcgruder.

[@necrocat9514]

I think Dale has always had a lot of Charisma , he got that attractive Exterminator to fall for him without even trying and this probably explains how he got in a relationship with Nancy to begin with

[@tatianaturner2782]

I may only know him as Dale but he was my childhood and my adulthood. I appreciate all his contributions to not just KotH but everything he's touched. RIP.

[@VastIceGaming]

In the series reboot, I'd like to see that over the 15-year gap, Nancy gave birth to another son, one that's actually Dale's, and has many of his positive traits, so in a way we still have Dale with us in some form.

[@guilhermehank4938]

Ironically Joseph would act more like Dale than his actual son

[@user-hp7gc2oy7d]

​@@guilhermehank4938i agree, I think they've shown plenty of times that Joseph does share a lot of sales quirkiness

[@TheCommenterDragon]

Rest in peace Johnny Hardwick, You will always be the original Dale Gribble/Rusty Shackleford. No new voice actors performance of the character will ever top yours!

[@RT-qd8yl]

I don't think Dale is a character who could be voiced by anyone EXCEPT Johnny. It just wouldn't be Dale.

[@TheCommenterDragon]

@@RT-qd8yl And what about the KOTH revival? Would you rather they just wrote Dale out of the series entirely?

[@RT-qd8yl]

@@TheCommenterDragon I'd assume it'll be cancelled. How are you gonna make a revival missing two main characters and a central core character? It's time to let it die.

[@TheCommenterDragon]

@@RT-qd8yl Well I won't lie when I say that ever since I heard about Johnny's death I've been looking at possible cancellation of the revival as the worse case scenario, But so far from what I've read it seems like they're still going through with the revival for now. But we'll just have to give it time and wait and see. As for the characters I would imagine by "two main characters" you're referring to Lucky and Luanne, I actually read somewhere that they plan to make it so that Lucky and Luanne moved away from Arlen at some point and beside the death's of their VA's didn't lead to the cancellation of the original series, Because even though everyone loved them they weren't as important to the shows main cast as much as the core main characters are to the series. And while it is true that Dale's VA being dead is a major setback for the revival they probably won't let it stop them from making it into a reality.

[@chrishinton9209]

@@TheCommenterDragonand Johnny Hardwick already recorded lines for the reboot so at this point it would be insulting to Johnny’s memory not to do the reboot. Stephen Root can take over for him after that.

[@KevinRAAMAAAGE]

I bawled when my husband told me he died. I used to not understand why celebrity deaths affected people, but Britney Murphy, and Johnny Hardwick dying hit me in the heart. It felt like Dale died, it felt like a piece of the show died. Dale was too good for Nancy. He was masculine in the way he cared for Joseph. Hank and Dale are gentle masculinity.

[@abramsullivan7764]

Kevin Conroy his death hit me in the heart, and crush my soul.

[@KevinRAAMAAAGE]

@@abramsullivan7764 I feel that bruther

[@Lauren007E]

​@abramsullivan7764 oh man same... still get sad playing Arkham

[@fignite8641]

Im so sorry i misunderstood for a sec and was so confused how your husband told you your husbands dead

[@GrayD_Fox]

i didnt cry but it was hard to believe that Norm and Gilbert died

[@GambeTama]

That "I sort of have a crush on the weather gal" line might actually be the single greatest flirt and delivery I have ever heard! Johnny's performance is something we should always treasure.

[@crystalgemgirl731]

It was smooth and wholesome.

[@Nerdtendo6366]

Johnny Hardwick is one of those VAs that literally can’t be detached from his character, RIP man

[@BHProductions2024]

Dale is properly one of the best characters on the show sucks to know jonny hardwick has left us. He gave us so many entertaining lines that we all love and remembered. Rest in Peace Brother

[@byronrush9802]

Truly legend May he always be immortal and live on through his characters that touched so many and will continue to do so for years to come

[@skeltonslay8er781]

“You’re not really familiar with the game, are you?” Gets me every time

[@bluecanine3374]

A subtle joke I don't think people notice is That's Armore Ristorante, some upscale italian joint has its sign shown, then the owner locked in the freezer said he dropped a jar of Ragu, meaning their sauce is just store bought.

[@schaddenkorp6977]

Mama Mia!

[@aka_miso]

Prebought ragu can be stored in a pantry or refrigerator but a scratch made sauce needs to be jared and put in the freezer to preserve it. A lot of restaurants makes food ahead of time and then cooked to order, if every meal was made to order you could be looking at 30 minutes to an hour before you get your food and if they reheated a big batch to pull from depending on the dish youll get much lower quality food over time.

[@DesignedByKy]

Here within seconds, let’s get into it, Rest in Peace Johnny Hardwick aka Rusty Shackleford

[@wilsonjoshwilson]

RIP Johnny Hardwick. You’re throwing pocket sand in heaven now 🙏🏽

[@leociresi4292]

He can now use Squirrel Tactic in flight!😂

[@mamabear1394]

He's throwing at people who are in hell because God gave him a pass

[@theplaguegamer6216]

My all time favorite Dale moment was when a woman was coming on to him, he admitted he was attracted to her but would not break his marriage vows under any circumstances. Dale Gribble: paranoid, chain smoking, loyal and honorable till the end. R.I.P Johnny Hardwick.

[@ianswinford5570]

RIP Johnny Hardwick! Dale was my favorite character from KotH. We’ll miss you always and may your afterlife be free from government agents and house-eating termites.

[@nicoleackerman205]

My favorite Peggy line is when Hank talks about swinging and she like "There is a clear winner in that Dale." 😂😂😂

[@aniquinstark4347]

Dale is my favorite cartoon character of all time. I can't imagine a reboot without him. RIP Johnny Hardwick.

[@CyprustheWaruhi]

He actually recorded his lines for the first season of the reboot.

[@portal1329]

Dale may be a loon, and kinda dense at times, but god would I kill to have a friend like him. He might be cause trouble, but he's loyal to a fault, holds his own surprisingly well, and is a genuine friend and decent person

[@kristopherjones4096]

I’m not crying I just got pocket sand in my eye 😢 R.I.P Johnny Hardwick

[@ImmaLittlePip]

Anyone else immediately burst out laughing remembering that old king of the hill ytp when Dale said "Wait a minute I have a wife"

[@KittyMonk]

Great video! I like to think that Nancy actually liked Dale because he was a romantic who worshipped her. But it wasn’t the passion projects that caused her to look elsewhere, it was having to mother him and clean up his messes. I wouldn’t be surprised if she really did have headaches caused by stress, until she met John Redcorn. Again it doesn’t excuse or justify her actions, but it does explain them.

[@exileforever2508]

That would explain a lot. Even when talking about their first kiss at a carnival, she blushed and looked happy, clearly looking over that event with fondness. But like you said, it’s very likely she got tired of mothering him. But instead of going into a therapy, she just cheated on him, repeatedly.

[@OhyeahMrKrabz]

RIP Johnny Hardwick you brought Dale to life and will be missed very dearly

[@Hero_of_Comedy]

I love that ending line where Dale claims he thinks John Redcorn is gay, showing just how far his obliviousness goes.

[@manifestgtr]

You cut John Redcorn’s best line from the episode… “I can’t see you tonight…I have a headache…” “So? Just take an aspirin”

[@LemonWedgeinc]

When I was in the 8th grade I pocket sanded my friend in school, R.I.P Johnny Hardwick💛

[@TheCommenterDragon]

You did that to your friend? How did it work out? Did you get in trouble?

[@shadowwatcher3957]

@@TheCommenterDragon More importantly, did they manage to get away with the briefcase?! Sh-Sh-Sha!

[@kotorandcorvid4968]

With multiple KotH voice actors having sadly passed away, I wonder how they will handle the sequel series.

[@joeskys2362]

Very poorly I reckon. Those KOTH characters are just to dame iconic too imitate. However I wouldn't be upset at all if they decided to prove me wrong. 🤔

[@theponyofglory8545]

Well worse case scenario's is this one lousy setback causes them to cancel the revival series entirely, Or they replace Dale's voice with AI.

[@kotorandcorvid4968]

@@theponyofglory8545 AI voices are a dangerous slippery slope that should NEVER make it into professional voice acting. Plus, it would be disrespectful to the actor.

[@KairuHakubi]

honestly at this point they shouldn't. Just recycle the scripts into a new show with new characters, keep any voice actors around, they're all versatile. get Carson Mell on board, call up Brian Doyle-Murray, give us something new instead of what is destined to be a terrible rehash with corporate-mandated racial recasting.

[@cooldud7071]

@@kotorandcorvid4968 Every popular celebrity or actor gets sent to the second city in the afterlife, where they continue working forever. I think AI voices are the least disrespectful thing done to actors after their death, in comparison.

[@Aflay1]

The layers of depth and irony for these characters and their circumstances are sheer in quantity, and the delivery and performance of these acts were given in extraordinary quality. Good stuff Johnny. Rest well.

[@2devious724]

5:02 Dale really turned his game up this episode ❤

[@leociresi4292]

Dale(to pigeon):”You heard me, I love my wife!”

[@Animeguy300]

Rest in Peace Johnny Hardwick, your voice as Dale will be missed 😭♥️

[@geardog24]

Now I really wish they had let Dale find out the truth about John Redcorn and Nancy. R.I.P Johnny Hardwick

[@MetalHeadbanger7]

I think he knew. He only chose to remain ignorant because he didn't want to end up like Bill.

[@dawnmana5876]

​@@MetalHeadbanger7he didnt know. The show made a point that Nancy was the person he trusted most in the world. Considering he was a paranoid conspiracy theorist, it made the open secret of the cheating even more of a punch.

[@SteadyxSword]

It could be unintentional, but I've always interpreted the episode about Joseph being an alien as proof that he's always "known". To me it comes off as him going to the person he trusts the most, Hank, and basically begging him to confirm if his paranoia about his wife is correct, since he doesn't want to confront her without knowing others can see it too. There's also the phone monitoring gags and home surveillance.

[@byronrush9802]

​@@SteadyxSwordagreed that and he's been in full-blown denial for years that's the episode where he awakens from the denial He goes back into it to protect himself and Joseph from the truth, also Nancy better thank God Joseph has never got seriously sick and needed up a organ transplant cuz Dale would have instantly found out that wasn't his son despite his trusting nature

[@fshoaps]

@@SteadyxSwordYou are an anime profile picture, nobody in the history of the world will ever take you seriously. You are a living, walking joke.

[@savagebear4374]

R.I.P. Rusty Shackleford This was one of my favorite Dale episodes as well. Very well done Shady.

[@vjspectron]

RIP Johnny Hardwick, and thank you for uploading this.

[@ProtestantSamurai53]

Johnny Hardwick passing hits close to home. Dale Gribbles antics brought me so much joy in my late teens and 20s. Even when i felt down or anxious, Dale Gribbles escapades never failed to put a smile on my face

[@anthonygillette]

“Monogamy may work for you and Hank. But it doesn’t work for me, and Dale. And John Redcorn” that line is one of my favorites tbh

[@Toxin_symbiote]

I restarted the whole king of the hill series and when I heard Johnny died I cried bc dale my favorite character he’s always have been

[@link4585]

"why is he still in your bed?" Asked the man to the married woman.

[@christinaify]

RIP Johnny. I also only know him from KOTH but he was so epic one is enough to honor the dude.

[@nem2gz]

RIP Dale🙏🏽

[@opalpal1673]

RIP Johnny Hardwick, you were full of talent.

[@mrnoname7028]

The man the myth the legend Johny Hardwick rest in peace you deserve it

[@baileybrian9560]

RIP Johnny, he's cooking Gerbster in heaven now

[@LadyLeomon]

I know the plot of KotH centres around Hank and his family but c’mon Dale and he’s Extreme Prepper-style antics were a big part of what made this show memorable … R.I.P Mr Hardwick 😔😔😔 Thanks for the new video Shady and go hug your furbabies all 💙🐱💙 (Eleventh!!!)

[@kaijunasan4497]

RIP 😢 🙏 ❤💐 Honestly Nancy never deserved him. I won't be surprised if they make John red corn more involved the reboot will have a rocky start

[@AHersheyHere]

The towel manager was able to marry the prom queen. Dale loves his wife. I think you are spot on with Nancy's personality and why she is the way she is.

[@tylercoon1791]

The episode that shows that Dale does, in fact, got mad rizz. Rip Hardwick

[@sladen3884]

No matter if you were an avid KOTH fan or someone who just saw an episode or two in passing.. Hearing Johnnys voice immediately put a pair of $5 gas-station sunglasses, a dangling maritoba cig, an orange trucker hat and brown dickeys shirt in your head. It's like we lost Johnny and Dale and are mourning 2 sorrows at once. RIP Mr. Hardwick. you were a gift we will treasure always.

[@zackattack2791]

rip to a legend

[@jessefinney7306]

Been waiting for you to make this video since Johnny passed since I love your videos on King of the hill. My mom actually played Nancy Gribble and I've always loved his character and voice. He will be incredibly missed by all those who knew him. Anyone who got to meet him even once was blessed. I remember when I was a little kid at the recording studio he would do his voice to me and it was hilarious. Rest in peace Johnny Hardwick, God I was really excited to see you again after all these years.

[@bobisapanda2655]

Rest in peace King he was the real King of the Hill and now he is resting on the hills of heaven with a beer in your hand

[@zemox2534]

RIP JOHN Hardwick. I used to watch KOTH in the 90s and I recently started watching clips on YT and I have to say, the series still holds up. Dale was always a highlight.

[@g1rldraco7]

This is one of the best Dale episodes that was ever made. RIP Johnny you will be missed

[@diegomedina9637]

I think my overall favorite Dale moment is quite early on in King of the Hill. After Peggy goes skydiving and has her accident, when she's all banged up and in a full body cast Dale straights up just says "Hank, what you do to your wife? I didn't teach you that!"

[@yaraperez8501]

I think that was Cotton

[@dannyvalentine468]

That was Cotton.

[@babaXIII]

"Did you win?" That's such an amazing understated moment right there.

[@stilljocelyn_]

Rest well Johnny… you brought joy to this world 🤍🕊️

[@buttpiratesbuttpirate5913]

One of my favorite jokes in the series in this episode is when Dale shimmies in saying "Someone just had sex with his wife!" and Boomhauer pats Hank on the back congratulating him on scoring some "afternoon delight" 😂😂😂

[@A_Hylian_Not_An_Elf]

R.I.P Johnny. 😭 Dale was my favorite character.

[@tylerb556]

Rip Johnny Hardwick I hope they handle dale with respect

[@whoisyouranime]

Best tribute video to the late Johnny Hardwick. I cried at the end of the video because you did an amazing job and pays respect to Dale and his actor. Thank you for this, Shady.

[@DevilPogoStick]

I do like just by being himself, Dale had Nancy and John Redcorn realized they've been horrendously shitty towards him and ended a long running gag that treated him as a punching bag because they genuinely like him. Doesn’t quite change how they're pretty terrible people but it's a step of decency. Though the episode where he wins back the gun club from a low key psychopath with flower vans or killing an army of cockroaches without the use of poison gas were some high wins for Dale.

[@Siris9780]

RIP Johny Hardwick. Thank you so much and you too Shady for the vid.

[@davidblaising-wimmer9972]

Rest in peace Mr Hardwick. Phenomenal work as always Shady……Dale is my favorite King of the Hill character, he’s just so weird and funny but he’s a WAY better man than Nacy deserves. Ps I like the it’s a wonderful life episode of Fairy odd parents.

[@Saprimacy]

When I heard he passed it hit in unexpected ways. It made me really sad. Turns out Dale was my favorite character. R.I.P. You will be missed.

[@richborn6700]

Few Voice Actors understood the assignment like Johnny Hardwick

[@ZeranZeran]

For anyone that doesn't know: Dale's voice actor, Johnny Hardwick has a youtube channel and uploaded so many videos and live streams of him interacting and having fun with fans. If you're missing him, or Dale, I highly suggest checking it out. He really was like Dale in real life too. Such a sweet person, and a good soul. RIP Johnny, and thank you. Excellent video Shady.

[@JOGA_Wills]

I read a post that said he recorded a couple episodes for the new series before passing.

[@angelaholmes8888]

That's good to hear

[@tashibalampkin8555]

4:29 And just like that a good pick up line breaks Nancy's cold demeanor. I don't blame her. That's was so sweet. 7:05 And once again, we got a winner.

[@Sly88Frye]

It was nice to see them actually get back together. Dale proved to be such a good man in this episode.

[@Eantrin]

Can't watch this episode without thinking of the DurhamRockerZ YTP, especially "Wait a Minute, I have a wife!" dance to the Duke Nukem Theme remix.

[@Aspi3Gam3r]

Oh my god, that was my introduction to KotH as a teenager! I wonder if DurhamRockerZ is still out there making hilarious video edits...

[@277Shadow]

7:54 YOOOOOO 😂😂😂😂 "THAT'S WHAT I'M TALKING BOUT!" I feel you bro!

[@selectivystupid.1030]

God bless you Johnny boy. Rest in peace.

[@WolfmanArt]

Rest in Peace, Johnny Hardwick

[@JMTV-og6tt]

RIP Mr. Hardwick, thank you for your performance. Also thank you Shady for uploading this tribute video.

[@vasudean]

Rest in Peace Johnny Hardwick. May you remain unknowable.

[@Spencer_Thatcher]

Johnnys just one of those voice you can never recast. RIP. Still hope youll do the episode of dale and the female exterminator to show how loyal dale was compared to nancy

[@titangirl161]

Dale was a sweet man who loved his wife, and Johnny Hardwick did the most fantastic job with him. RIP you amazing legend

[@Devious-Minds]

I'm sadded. RIP.

[@mfathelyricist]

Man, this video just makes me appreciate the song “John Redcorn” so much more: SiR is a genius, inspired by genius. I still randomly scream “Sha-sha-SHAHHH” to this day. I loved this show as a kid, & have so many memories watching it with my siblings. RIP Hardwick. Your work will live through the ages.

[@kizzlewizzle9138]

I didn't know he died he had such a beautiful voice 😢

[@Mike-wn3jo]

10/10 love the theory of Dale knowing and constantly trying to make the two of them feel bad, get upset, or get hurt. Episodes like this make it amazing

[@wolfbones666]

It's true catharsis that they argued right in front of Dale.

[@lindsaymosher4667]

I prefer to think he doesn’t know because he trusts Nancy so much that the idea of her cheating doesn’t even cross his mind.

[@joeskys2362]

Johnny your talent, and personhood will be missed! 😔

[@ghhn4505]

Man this shit makes me so sad. Dale's not always the best guy, but he really does genuinely love Nancy and Joseph with ALL his heart. Man deserves better.

[@Tjxal]

Rest in peace Dale.🕊️

[@SomeHarbourBastard]

"This glove fits my hand like a comfortable shoe." Rest easy, Johnny.

[@Trey_816]

In honor of Johnny Hardwick, drop your favorite Dale Gribble quotes. I'll go first, "Joseph's real father is ["Nancy loves you!"] AN ALIEN!"

[@ShadyDoorags]

"I sorta have a crush on the weather gal."

[@MasteringAnimation]

Mine will always and forever be: "Pocket Sand!" ❤😭😔

[@Devin_Stromgren]

"I've taken two oaths in my life. One to the NRA, and the other to Nancy Hicks-Gribble. Nee Nancy Hicks. I stood in front of God and all my friends swearing to be an honorable and truthful man. So I'm not going to lie, I have felt a very small insect like attraction for you, but my wife is the greatest woman there ever was. I think you should go." The episode that truly drove home for me that Nancy doesn't deserve Dale.

[@geraldframinghammer2626]

"TVs keep getting bigger and bigger and smaller and smaller. Pretty soon the medium sized TV will be a thing of the past." Prophetic words from Dale.

[@ulikemykungfu3995]

Pocket Sand.