Randy Pausch ABC Special about the "Last Lecture", April 2008

[@calajoieful]

RIP Randy Pausch. You inspired me to go to medical school despite 3 yrs of previous rejections. You helped me believe I could do it and I did!

[@runninggames771]

How are you doing now?

[@princesinghtomerbhaarti]

Irrelevant

[@gisclle]

@@princesinghtomerbhaarti How, he literally inspired people to keep trying even if they get rejected since he went through the same thing and still made it, so no. Not irrelevant

[@LindaCasey]

10 years later and I'm still crying about this man's story. What a lovely legacy he left. Thank you Randy.

[@alexisrobles6829]

omg can't stop crying. After seeing The Last Lecture then this, i just looked him up in Wikipedia. He died three months after this video, July 2008. Not entirely sure why it makes me so sad but that's something beautiful in itself. Crying for someone who you have never met but feel as though he was talking to you personally from the computer screen to your living room

[@Jasmin96961]

I can't stop my tears too. He also published a book which I am reading now. He was such a strong person.

[@TheAGODAMI]

🎯 👏 *How righT you are.!! Those lasT 3 lines sum up eXacTLy whaT I eXpeRienCeD and feLT fRoM and abouT this beauTiFuL souL. The fiRsT time I heard his message I was 22 I'm now 37 and this is sTiLL so viTaL and moVinG to my inneR feeLinG G0D.!* 😢 🙏

[@MustachioedBear]

cancer sucks so much. he would have been the best father! this man is truly inspiring!

[@Nova314159]

I think Jim Carrey could play him in a movie. Anyone agree or disagree?

[@MsRadar23]

Agree

[@danielkelley7548]

Or Christian Bale. But if I had to choose, Jim Carrey. He'd be ideal.

[@TheAGODAMI]

@@UnofficialEngineering *WhaT daFuQ are you taLKinG abouT.!?!?* 😒 😠

[@tafsterfletch]

This had me in tears, I actually read his book which led me to be curious about watching his lecture. This man was an awesome , awesome man. I am so happy that I came across his book and knew his story. May God continue to watch over and bless his family.😌

[@theoonesite]

THIS is what TV was made for, we all miss these kinds of shows nowadays RIP Randy

[@bethelshiloh]

I lost a husband to cancer. Randy was adorable. Jai is the one who inspires me.

[@dolcevitausa]

The world would be a better place if more people had Randy Pausch's attitude...

[@betsabeledezma3381]

I just finished reading his book, wow, made me cry. What a gem

[@shanut9198]

I’m crying and nothing else..!!

[@MsRadar23]

I bought the book a year ago and rereading it now

[@reysaj]

How come I just saw it now. It should've been years years ago to start change my life early. This video makes me cry. Randy Pausch inspires me much.

[@LindaCasey]

Because there is no such thing as time. Remember, when the student is ready, the teacher will come. Pay it forward.

[@lauraqualey3504]

The book that his wife wrote, Dream New Dreams by Jai Pausch is absolutely incredible. Gives you more of an insight into what incredible people both he and his wife were.

[@luannterrell7889]

I'm glad you mentioned it. For some reason "The Last Lecture" seemed to jump off my shelf today. I read it in one sitting. It made me go to KZbin and watch the lecture and the Diane Sawyer interview. I encourage everyone to read Randy's book.

[@racemellpabillore2364]

Laura Qualey will read her book too

[@RMalai]

@@luannterrell7889 I just read. I want to read Jai's book also. hope an audio version is available

[@TheAGODAMI]

@@RMalai 👍 *LeT me know iF iT is and you find iT.!* 🙏

[@1toshi32]

Sometimes things happen for a reason. If Randy hadn't had cancer, he wouldn't have been led to write the book or do his incredible last lecture and his message would not have gotten to all the people who have seen his video and lives would not have been changed. His students wouldn't be now passing on his message to countless others. His message will be shared for years to come through his youtubes and interviews. It will continue to change lives for a long time for those who take his message to heart.

[@Kazilikaya]

God does not play dice

[@66wildrose]

can't believe it's been 10 years since his eyes closed forever :(

[@justlikethat133]

This comment ...It has a deep meaning

[@cg_elf2625]

It’s 2022, and here I am watching this after reading his book. Randy Pausch, u da best!

[@phoenixgal87]

He has passed away for about 4 years now... I hope his family is fine now... Randy will always be remembered as a hero...

[@LifterWill]

You would think that these tears that are pouring out of my eyes would be tears of sorrow .. but they are tears of such great gratitude that Randy Pausch lived among us as such a vital part of the human community. He left a legacy that I, and countless others, will always treasure. Thank you most profoundly Randy Pausch!!

[@tamlynn786]

His raw truth and honesty was heart wrenching. He was truly a special person with so much bravery. I read his blog up until he couldn’t write anymore, when the cancer completely took over his body and it’s heartbreaking. I listen to “Time Passages” by Al Stewart and it reminds me of him. I come back to his lectures to remind myself to spend whatever time I have on this earth, wisely. Thank you Randy Pausch for giving me this gift, to love and cherish my loved ones and to be bold, courageous and to live my truth. You’ve blessed my life and I’m so grateful for your legacy 💛

[@TheAGODAMI]

❤ 🙏 ❤ 😢 😢 ❤ ❤🙏 ❤

[@diaryof8636]

Today, I received the news that my mother has Stage 4 lung cancer, and it will kill her. Due to various reasons, I haven't spent as much time with her, as I should have, these past 9 years. But since we've returned to the UK, we've been inseparable. Now I am with her and taking time off from everything to be with her and love her as she deserves. I will show this video to my mum, to encourage her. This is such a beautiful story about perseverance in the face of death, of our own mortality. *I had read the book years ago, and watched the videos, but it never became as real to me as it is now... losing my mum is going to be rough, but at least we can spend however long she has left, together, making each and every day count.

[@mixupmydays]

Is... she.... passed?

[@dougfinlay7531]

My late wife who also had cancer and died at age 35 was very gifted in time management and being organised. After she passed away I realised how much she'd taught me and I was able to go forward with the skills she inadvertently taught me.

[@jackdauphan2703]

I survived stage IV metastatic cancer. I was very lucky but it destroyed my life, my relationship, everything.... He was a huge inspiration and so was his wife. The care giver goes thru so much. I'm so lucky to be alive but heart broken over losing so much. It is indescribable what this disease does to the entire family. His wife on another video describes him asking her to overdose him on morphine if the suffering became too much, I experienced that & its heart breaking. I'm 2 yrs cancer free.

[@SubishaKr]

Jack Dauphan wish you the best dear!

[@jos3272]

This inspired me to keep going with my life never give up

[@chrisc1184]

This was incredibly inspiring. What a wonderful gift this man has left to the world. It moved me more than all of the other motivational or inspirational videos and books I've read in the past year. Really makes you think about limited time you have and how people invest so much negativity with the unconscious idea that they have forever. Randy may have died young but you can bet he lived a fuller life than most.

[@elijahsanders7157]

Good luck to the Paush family we love you

[@mollusk7]

RIP Randy Pausch. Your positive outlook on life inspires me daily to be a tigger instead of an eeyore.

[@pacskulls7757]

I cried reading the end of his book, I just watched his lecture. Such a great man.

[@peterfriend8084]

Everyone needs an inspirational “boost” now and then - we get caught up in the trials of our own lives and need to recalibrate our attitudes through stories like Randy Pausch’s. It reminds us that there are people out there who have it far worse than we do, yet they still meet their dire challenges with courage, faith and resolute determination.

[@loryvelez3967]

Such an inspiring human being! God bless his family.

[@chaci1]

I legit lost it at the end when he said the lecture was for his kids like what the heck man

[@feetsonfire]

I feel blessed to be with him on youtube as i was with him my whole life.... RIP.... my heart weeps for this great person i wish i had met him real....

[@hpartsafas]

God bless you and your family!! You' ve been an inpiration to us all teaching to appreciate life....I'm sure you are watching us somewhere up there and smiling on knowing what a great impact you made on people!

[@claudetteharrison1280]

This is an amazing story and man. He gives really good advice and ways of living your life fully.

[@MarilynDeckerRN]

Just shared this with a friend. Her mother passed away from Pa Cancer two years ago today. She is still so sad and misses her. I hope she gets through her day just a little better after listening to this. Your kids are beautiful and so is hers. We must all just keep teaching them. Thank You Randy for sharing your story.

[@justlikethat133]

Such a beautiful soul

[@AznEricTV]

I am reading this book for college class. I am a military vet. This story touch me so much. I feel now like i have to be the best dad i can be. Thanks randy for writing this book man. I must cherish life the best i can and be a good human being.

[@AuNaturral]

that was the best thing ive ever seen. got me all teary eyed

[@dominiquew.8181]

An amazing human being. So real.

[@백선정-p6k]

I am so sad not to be with a person like Randy Pausch. I hope that Randy's family will be happy whenever, wherever and forever

[@marciaorquidias5384]

JUST FINISHED READING THE BOOK.. THANKS FOR INTERVIEW!!

[@langham671]

i was showen this in my cl\ollege success class and i have sense then watched it every few months to keep me on track. I love this and cry every time

[@tamraaah6572]

I'm all tears 😢😢😢

[@henryandrews55]

RIP, great tribute.

[@VajraYogini93]

We All have a terminal disease, I wonder how different the world would be if we lived with this truth close to our heart and mind like Randy and his wife did after hearing the news of cancer.

[@armany02]

beautiful.

[@lighteyes214]

I just read Jai Pausch's new book, Dream New Dreams. I'm glad to hear she has remarried and that the kids are doing well.

[@racemellpabillore2364]

lighteyes214 that is Jai’s 3rd marriage

[@emjohnson76]

jaycee Pabillore not helpful

[@ELFilahyou]

“Leave it all on the field. I’ve played the football games where you walk off the field and the scoreboard didn’t end up the way you wanted. But you knew that you really did give it all. The other team was just too strong. Sometimes you’re just not gonna beat the thing. But you want to walk off the field and say, “No regrets. I gave it my best shot.” And I wanted to walk off the stage and say anything I thought was important to say; I had my hour.” Best lines.

[@TheOmahaMuffinMan]

Cherish what we have and lead our life.

[@47productions]

My mom was diagnoses with stage IV appendix cancer a year ago. She's had two surgeries. After her last one, a couple months ago, they said they thought they had gotten it all. Just the other day she found out that it's back. The more I've read about the survival rate (8% live 5 years), the more I realize I need to spend time with her. This is never easy. It never seems real. It makes me wonder, "What's the meaning of life?" every time.

[@guittatim4300]

there is a video by Curtis Child on Emanuel Swedenborg it says that we are born to help others....check it out

[@richardm5540]

God bless that man I’m sure he is with the angels!

[@spirituallylit]

I'm so glad that a family member handed me this book.

[@bigbadbigfoot]

Damn... they sure are determined to make me cry.

[@NephthysBastet]

Thomas you are alive!Thats what matters!And whatever was meant for you will come!And I'm sure when it comes it will be beautiful!Stay healthy!Be happy!

[@peggyoneal325]

What an amazing man!

[@gregf.2889]

Inspirational.....such a special life

[@percythrower430]

you go BROTHER we shall follow

[@Prasadavajjhala]

🙏🙏🙏, so moving

[@xindai2450]

Such a great lecture! I was so touched by Randy's attitude towards life. No matter what happens just do the things that are important to you. Besides, I totally agree with Randy's opinion about telling the truth. Overall, it was the most inspiring lecture that I have ever seen. Thank you Randy!

[@gitanaalamanecer]

wow thank you Randy Pausch (RIP) for your words, I was on tears, I get defeated really easy, you make me realizes that the bricks are there to show you how much you want to suceed in your dreams, how hard you wanted, my problems are just in my mind, I always create the negative part of the movie! but now I feel I can achieve anything, or at least give my best shoot. thank you and god bless you family.

[@Mokshakoshka]

I cried in the end......... :(

[@racemellpabillore2364]

Halfway reading the book. Made me search for “Randolph” biography. This is amazing. I recommend reading this book.

[@josephlawson9950]

In memory of Randy pausch

[@jackdauphan2703]

Thank you so much, that was sweet of you. so far so good!

[@makan8829]

WHAT A GREAT INSPIRING PERSON:"Randy Pausch"

[@captainoz2112]

awesome! hope u enjoy a beautiful career!

[@MrJfon78]

Finally found this soung

[@wanful50]

Could it be that Randy represents so many of us that are dealing with the abnormal issues in life, but he has allowed to leave us with map of example of how to live each day as if it is your last. Second chances are not promised. It is true that he was smart, and intelligent, but it is also true that many people thought that he was arrogant because he was smart, yet when God stepped in and turned his method of living in to a reality show, he shined. He left in truth and hope as his legacy.

[@NephthysBastet]

I cried...

[@yanaygonzalez6758]

She was right he had such a beautiful eyes, beautiful as his soul 😢😢

[@annielou2010]

i realy hope you keep that way thomas!

[@tinkbell7468]

So Inspiring..."Your Dreams will Come to You", if you choose to work hard for your Dreams. To his family, Take solace in knowing, God don't take No Junk. So long Randy...RIP.

[@stzorfas1]

As a 3 year old I dreamed of "Sewing a Net" around the world. This recurring dream continued til around the age of 10. Today I help kids with. ASD, ADHD & Dyslexia. Can someone tell me more about his "Sewing Nets?"

[@angelwatt7066]

awesome!😃

[@Joy_Ilesanmi]

Just crying and crying and crying

[@sskoog]

It's worth finding Jai Glasgow's later interviews (and/or inputs from his CMU co-faculty) to learn (more) about the 360° Randy -- he was a would-be Casanova (was confronted by his targets' boyfriends), browbeat students until they cried, badgered his spouse into using his complex home-made budget/financial software, bought a sports car while arguing over (scarce) family finances, etc. To me, this doesn't diminish his message or tragedy or later-life epiphany -- just makes the man more "real."

[@44yyBBaakk]

amazing if there were subtitles it would be awesome

[@sinigangboy5140]

Life indeed is unpredictable. Cherish every moments & do not lose yourself. I am closing my eyes now & another unpredictable day waiting for me.... good night!

[@allen423100]

RIP brother..

[@bhantechandima]

real couple Randy and Jai, may they meet again in future births too.

[@swathis-01]

best best of all

[@cc-bz5ub]

Live your Life everyday

[@wanful50]

How true, many people do not want the truth. They will pay for someone to lie to them, rather than receive the truth that they will have to face in the end.

[@Sake_Papi]

This talks not for you it's for my kids.... that made me tear up

[@LifterWill]

Nova .. I can SO see that, yes!!

[@justlikethat133]

Guy like em unmarried till 38 years of his age ....Man what can I say . But he got the best wife he could have gotten......And his wife is totally beauty ..Both body and soul .....

[@sadboitimmy4680]

the speech real said something like life could be short and you have to use everyday to do what you wanting to do that you dreamed

[@crystals.2870]

"They won't have me for them" 😭

[@surferdude3451]

This guy is good. I miss him like crap. Yup like what brookrad said. Why must bad things happen to good people?

[@wowzatrishiebunz]

I can’t see Diane Sawyer without thinking of her inappropriate interview with Brittney Spears. Am I the only person with this feeling?

[@eclipesfreak1]

does anyone know the song near the end of this when hes at practice with the steelers

[@Tahoe2002Md]

Chariots of Fire by Vangelis, main theme - it is alluded to in this piece, he had a "Chariots of FIre moment". Great movie, recommended viewing.

[@itubeyoublah]

Better Days - by the Goo Goo Dolls

[@akf2000]

his youngest must be about 10 now

[@Bananas904]

Whoa!

[@Meloncov]

The staying at his office until ten thing was before he had kids or a wife. He cut back his hours dramatically once he did.

[@AlbinoTheMexican]

two people are Eeyores

[@CyQuestmedia]

I feel the same way Amritpal

[@rickypoon6406]

Now go watch Days of Future Past...

[@electricalsocket]

Damn they should've told their oldest child. My dad died from a heart attack when I was 11, and I will always regret being such a selfish kid and not cherishing the time we had. I wish I would've known he wouldn't be around forever...I would've tried to spend more quality time with him. Just my opinion.

[@asdvcasable]

What is this water coming out of my eyes?

[@mdjpinto]

Watch and then comment on your comment and a reborn individual!

[@SEIMYUNGVACTRONCOLTD]

Is it me or He really looks like Jim Carrey

[@JulesManson]

Thank god my stools sink.