‘One Tree Hill’ actress breaks silence about husband’s death after lightning strike l GMA

[@aragon77]

Such a positive attitude towards a tragic end to a beautiful human being. May God give peace to both of them.

[@rachelabbott1338]

As a long time OTH fan, this breaks my heart for you. Your kindness really came through on screen over the course of the show. I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@cm9859]

My apologies have never watched this show. But this lady who lost her husband has so much courage. Her attitude is amazing. I lost my husband over 25 yrs ago.

[@christinearianna2424]

I don't know if I could be that strong. We only live one life and people come and go in our lives but significant others are connected and watching this broke my heart but she's so strong. I'm a huge baby and I cry alot and worry. Thank you for sharing God bless xoxo

[@evem4876]

I lost my soulmate my hubby last yr three days before Christmas n it has been unbearable so hard , the missing is heartbreaking ...My he RIP love u forever babe ❤️✝️

[@Sarah-ty5ev]

I’m so sorry, Bevin. You’re living your life in a way that is a tribute ❤

[@allinotte4263]

I never watched the show. No idea who she is. However this is a human being who has raised above. I really appreciate the authenticity of her and this interview.

[@Msladyrae92]

I know someone that was struck by lightening and the person that he was with was struck as well but died instantly. He went through survivors guilt. Such a one in a million chance of happening and to survive it puts most ppl into extreme depression. This is a horrific way to die. I’m so sorry for their lost. 33 years old.

[@sharon21924]

Bevin 🥺 she was such a delight when she was on OTH always with the comedic timing. RIP to her husband. I hope she’s okay.

[@oscarca8183]

The way she spoke about him and the message she is spreading you know these are great people. Role models in the community and the kind of people this planet needs more of. I also lost my grandfather this past July so I feel your loss. May Will Rest in Peace 🙏🏼

[@Samanta-van-laar]

U know the show was a fake right yes she rich but it is all about fame lol

[@redflag4255]

Man passed away happy with a lot of love in his life. her reaction and behavior is so inspiring.

[@PinkHoneyBeee]

Wow she's amazing. I'm literally crying as I type this. My heart just hurts for her.

[@Asims-ue1or]

Yeah sure you are 🤣

[@PinkHoneyBeee]

@@Asims-ue1or Someone didn't get enough atention as a child.. or perhaps you are one! Shameful

[@mevinscott948gmail]

hello how you

[@MountainOfLifeTabarnacle]

Praise God sisters and brothers. I bless God for sharing my testimony with you. We were born four children, but our parents died when we were still young. From that time we struggled with life. Our uncles abandoned us and we scattered from each other to find a way of surviving. I started grazing people's cows, I had nothing to eat because the people I was working for didn't car for me. I used to sleep in the forest with cows. But a time came and I went to work in sugarcane and tobacco plantations, life wasn't easy at all. While there, I started getting dreams of serving God but couldn't believe it because in my family, people had no fear of God. They were Catholics who didn't even pray. But later God told me to stop whatever I was doing and decide to serve Him. But because I wasn't educated, I was doing petty jobs. So I stopped and started preaching the gospel on streets, and in prisons before I got a church. For seven years I was asking God to give me a church where people would always find me. It wasn't easy at all, but I patiently waited until God fulfilled it. On night as I was sleeping, God told me that He was sending me to Mbarara city. By then I didn't know where Mbarara city was because I had never gone there, but He lead me there. Mbarara wasn't easy also at the start but God saw me through and now I thank God that He kept me standing. May God bless you so much. I pledge to obey you and to work with you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ

[@Samanta-van-laar]

@@PinkHoneyBeee Nothing to do with that why cry for some one u dont know i dont even cry for people i know only ma kids f the rest 😆😆🤣

[@mairinkelly-may8998]

My deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband.

[@thegingersnaps8075]

After hearing those words, his life was fulfilled, his destiny complete, rip! So sad! 😢

[@mevinscott948gmail]

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[@MountainOfLifeTabarnacle]

Praise God sisters and brothers. I bless God for sharing my testimony with you. We were born four children, but our parents died when we were still young. From that time we struggled with life. Our uncles abandoned us and we scattered from each other to find a way of surviving. I started grazing people's cows, I had nothing to eat because the people I was working for didn't car for me. I used to sleep in the forest with cows. But a time came and I went to work in sugarcane and tobacco plantations, life wasn't easy at all. While there, I started getting dreams of serving God but couldn't believe it because in my family, people had no fear of God. They were Catholics who didn't even pray. But later God told me to stop whatever I was doing and decide to serve Him. But because I wasn't educated, I was doing petty jobs. So I stopped and started preaching the gospel on streets, and in prisons before I got a church. For seven years I was asking God to give me a church where people would always find me. It wasn't easy at all, but I patiently waited until God fulfilled it. On night as I was sleeping, God told me that He was sending me to Mbarara city. By then I didn't know where Mbarara city was because I had never gone there, but He lead me there. Mbarara wasn't easy also at the start but God saw me through and now I thank God that He kept me standing. May God bless you so much. I pledge to obey you and to work with you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ

[@SG-pw6wf]

@@MountainOfLifeTabarnacle Thank you for sharing such an amazing testimony. May God continue to bless, elevate, cover and guide you. May your family be abundantly blessed. One thing is for certain, God is real. I’m thankful that He kept you. Sounds like there’s great purpose for your life.

[@weisabunny]

So shocking and tragic but her perspective gives me hope in how strong the human spirit is 💙

[@Fashionista033]

What an incredible woman. Grounded by faith, you can tell. God bless her.

[@willcookmakeup]

I remember hearing this when it happened. I didn't know her father was there with her husband. Ugh how awful. The panic and grief her father must have felt in that moment knowing he had to tell his daughter what happened. Obviously more painful for Bevin, but a parent never wants to tell their child that news. So happy to see she's doing well and can remember him fondly. Given the cause of death, there can be no fault or blame to be placed on anyone. It was a true accident. He sounds like he was a great guy

[@SammieScotia]

I think she was there too on her fathers boat. I believe that is what she said.

[@willcookmakeup]

@@SammieScotia oh God that's even worse. I sadly lost my fiance of 7 years in 2017 and I was the one who found him unresponsive. Truly a hell I wish upon no one. I know exactly what that's like. And for her father it must have felt so helpless. There is nothing he can do as a parent to fix what's happening in that moment. When I found my fiance dead on our couch, I obviously called the police, but then my parents. And that deafening silence from the other line after telling them - was one of the loudest sounds I've ever (not) heard. I don't think I had even once seen that expression on their faces before. Seeing your child in pain must be unbearable, I do say this as someone who doesn't have children but I think I'm not far off on that. When my parents came to take me back home from my and my fiance house, they looked destroyed and just like children themselves again, looking for guidance on how to navigate the situation at hand. No words really explain it unless you've been through it. Were supposed to lose out parents and older relatives but not our children or partner. So heartbroken for them. But having gone through it, I know they'll be ok. We unfortunately don't really have a choice but to just keep going

[@lovelylovelylauren]

@@willcookmakeup I’m so sorry for your loss and the trauma that it brought to you and your folks. And your right, No one ever knows what to say or how to truly empathise unless they have been through the same unfortunate situation themselves. I wish you true healing and peace as you navigate through this grief🫶

[@willcookmakeup]

@@lovelylovelylauren Thank you Lauren so much for your kind words. I moved across country to start over and made a new life for myself. Have amazing friends and I'm really happy and learning how to be single and discover myself. My fiance had a lot of struggles and ultimately we became complacent and never would have broken up. It doesn't bad to say, but I guess of anyone I'm allowed to lol, but it ended up being better and allowed me to take initiative and make a change in my life and career. Miss him everyday, and the saying time heals all is bullshit. You never fully recover and time does not heal all. However, time gives you the ability to slowly find little things to fill those holes and spaces that person once occupied, and eventually you can think of them with a smile, and cry when you need to without being truly sad. It's a weird roller coaster. It's been 7 years almost since Ryan passed. Some days it feels like 10 years, some days I forget and turn to my side and start talking expecting him to be there. I don't think we ever figure it out fully, but we don't really have a choice but to do so and move forward

[@lovelylovelylauren]

@@willcookmakeup I completely understand what you mean and no it’s not a bad thing to acknowledge the good that comes out of tragedy. If anything it’s healthier to do that than simmer in hurt and it’s apparent that you’ve gained strength by having such a mindset. But also on the flip side, it’s impossible for you to always be positive and it’s ok to not be ok. Negative emotions are also valid and dare I say, even necessary. And yes, I’ve always hated that stupid saying, time doesn’t heal shit, it just teaches us how to live with the pain. I learned that by going through my own trauma and grief. I have inoperable cancer and although our situations are completely different, our pain is very similar. You’re grieving the man you loved and the life you could’ve shared and I’m grieving the woman I could have been and the future I could’ve had. So when I say I can understand, I’m not just trying to be nice. I know you’re pain because I have felt it too. That feeling of having your life stop in its tracks but the world is still moving forward is indescribable and like you said when that happens we have two options, we can either stay put or keep moving forward. I’m so happy that you chose to keep moving forward. You can stop on the side of the path to take a break when you need to but make sure to get back up and keep going. And I know you don’t know me from Adam and we’re just a couple of strangers on the internet but please know I’m always here if you ever need help getting back up yourself.

[@Kevlar333]

His last words omg

[@IslanderloverBKK]

"If we get struck by lightning Mike, this is where I wanna be." Those were his last words:(

[@megleague1130]

Omg I know. That is fuckin crazy

[@cascade00]

Love and contentment in the father of the lady's presence. But also, perhaps something else unspeakable, as we by now have seen a pattern of behavior by aging baby boomer.

[@showcrime7332]

Unreal

[@RachelMullerCreations]

That is so sad that she lost her husband. It was really crazy that he said that if he was struck by lightning that was where he wanted to be and then it happened. I hate to say this, but monitoring a storm is the worse thing to do. If you see lightning or hear thunder, you get somewhere safe. Lightning can strike up to 30 miles away. Also being in a boat on the water is the worst place to be. Both the boat and water are conductors. This goes back to elementary science.

[@mevinscott948gmail]

hello how you

[@Mimikoo]

It's very sweet that she believes it was his time and finds divinity in the numbers. But the truth is they were out on water when a storm was rolling in and tempted fate. Hubris is not always kind.

[@mafiosa617]

Yet, it still was his time. He wasn’t the only one on the boat and she was on a separate boat nearby. They are alive. It was his time no matter how stupid the cause of death seems.

[@adp2205]

The Lord Jesus Christ is in control of everything 🙏 ✨️

[@mevinscott948gmail]

wow

[@k1988smith]

I just love Bevin! Both the real life Bevin and her character on One Tree Hill!!

[@kitsmith806]

So sad! I personally know a family who had a similar experience , the mom was struck by lightning on a rain soaked airport tarmack right in front of her husband and 2 children ( ages 11 and 13) ! This happened about 8 years ago and her husband and both children spent years in therapy. 😥🙏🏽

[@vernamorales2326]

One town over from me a young man ( he was 19)was struck by lightning on a golf course.He died instantly.Just sooo 😢

[@LexiRobinson-mj5pw]

Same thing happened to my aunt and her kids saw it as well. Was very traumatic for my whole family

[@jujutrini8412]

How awful. Life can be so random. I hope they are able to get through that trauma.

[@vernamorales2326]

@@LexiRobinson-mj5pw Yes !! This young man was with his fraternity brother's and they memorialize him every year

[@australiamyway]

Wow how very sad.

[@LauraTuller]

She’s right about the divinity. 🙏🏼💗 His soul is still alive, love never dies.

[@bwebz]

I’m glad she’s been able to find meaning in such an incredibly tragic loss, and yet I do have to say it’s sad to me that anyone has to make whatever meaning they can out of it rather than feeling angry about it because it just shouldn’t have happened. It’s inspiring and moving for sure and I wish I could be more like that. For me, when I hear his age, the date, and the time all had “3’s” I just see that as pure coincidence and meaningless when it comes to his death. He was just too young and out where he shouldn’t have been at a bad time… but once again I’m glad she can at least comfort herself with the meaning she’s put to it, despite my own cynicism and sadness around it.

[@janderson947]

True but feeling anger does nothing death just like life yes its okay because life is unfair but she was blessed to have him for as long as she did most people don't even have that and he was around family it happened so quick as God gained an angel prayers for bevin his legacy will live on...

[@neeshespieces]

It was his last words for me. Now that’s definitely DIVINE! I’m still in shock.

[@janderson947]

@@neeshespieces ikr God was with him and for him to mention lightning as if he knew its not how u die but how u live what truly matters and the legacy u leave behind...

[@bellaruiz8991]

When we can't change things, we have to accept them.

[@steffnic13]

One, that’s so tragically sad and her mindset is amazing. Two, I always loved her character on the show. Sweet.

[@BarbaraC02]

Tears for this brave woman, bless her.

[@priscilladawson5313]

My prayers and condolences are extended to you and best wishes for your future🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@Faith-ko5eg]

This is the love and kind of people the world needs more of.

[@TrueYokefellow2023]

Wow what an insightful woman during her grief! 😭 While he spoke death over himself, she speaks life over herself. God bless her.

[@nakiasimone]

This really touched me. Very amazing to see this sort of strength and health! Quite different from situation but Lord knows it was good to see the face of courage today.

[@BeachgirlKarli]

Damn, so sad. 😔 RIP young man. Prayers for you and your family young lady 🙏 ❤️.

[@mariaelda6271]

This reminds us once again that -- "If it's your time to go, it's your time."

[@brendasmith7879]

Prayers for family and friends

[@mevinscott948gmail]

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[@justlikehoney1859]

Wow she is so strong, good for her. Such a tragedy, he was only one year older than me. And that makes it even harder. He had his whole life ahead of him and with Bevin. She is putting on such a strong front. I would be in a complete puddle of tears

[@Sunflower00001]

She sounds so strong it's amazing. 😢

[@mirabella2154]

My condolences. Really tragic. They seemed to be a lovely couple.

[@cynthiacotton3340]

Praying for you Bevin. Sorry for your sudden loss of your beloved husband.

[@mevinscott948gmail]

hello how you

[@jessicahawks3223]

It's like he could feel a peace in his soul. Like God came to him in that moment and prepared him in some way..so heartbreaking but knowing his was truly happy and content in that moment has to give a comfort in the grief..he wasn't living in sadness but honest happiness..we all want to be able to leave this world happy right?

[@marknoonan4720]

I am so sorry for the loss of her husband.

[@dawnliimatainen661]

So sorry for your loss.😥 Your a Very strong woman!❤

[@vickiehoblick4976]

Bless her heart. To have had a love like that. God had truly blessed them.

[@chynabarnescb]

I love her❤❤❤❤such a devastating heartbreak I’m so sorry to hear this may she find peace within herself and clutch tight to his memory… R.I.P Will sorry this sucks😢

[@angiesapples6162]

Things can be so crazy sometimes... And how some dude survived getting struck 3 times on seperate occasions and survived them all is beyond me

[@kashanawhidby1159]

Prayers for strength during this difficult time. God bless.

[@327thejess]

Rest in Peace Will. We Will always remember you

[@IamtheLunchlady]

Omg..I am so sorry to hear that. Bevin was a great actress in OTH. My condolences

[@haryettelorrainemakmot4564]

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES TO HER AND FAMILY... MAY HIS SOUL REST IN ETERNAL PEACE AND MAY GOD CONTINUE COMFORTING THE FAMILY, RELATIVES AND FRIENDS... 🙏🏾

[@CrystalCommunications]

😭✨💕beautifully spoken, bless you. 🙏💐

[@wordswrittenbyme2109]

I'm so glad she's speaking out. 5 months already. Maybe she's right. It was just his time. May he rip. She is so strong.

[@lindam.washington5492]

My deepest condolences, Will is your guardian angel now he will forever be with you until you two meet again 🙏 🙏 🙏

[@ShaunaRose1111]

😥 This was so sad may Will Rest in Peace 🙏🏼 🤍🕊🕯🙏🏼

[@mevinscott948gmail]

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[@superben790]

He was a great husband to her and many more!!!! My prayers goes out to Bevin Prince!!!!!🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@carinagatta]

that is remarkable that he said that right beforehand. 💔💔

[@mikegarcia597]

He spoke it into existence

[@ashleehinson5173]

This is very sad ,prayers for her family

[@cautiousrebel84]

This was truly devestating. You both had a lovely future ahead of you. He was gone too soon. I wish you peace and healing 🙏🏼

[@mamawfrancy]

Bevin, This may be of little comfort to you BUT a similar revelation is how I got through losing our first baby. Sending you heartfelt love & prayers. ❤🙏

[@Nazaba09]

I loved OTH and spent a lot of time on set in Wilmington. I loved the cast so much. They were such good people. I am so heartbreak for Bevin.

[@-amosc.presley-7192]

Rest in Paradise.

[@goodvibes7424]

Words are Powerful! Deepest condolence 🙏🏼💐

[@23maggiemay23]

Absolutely beautiful strong lady!!! The strength you have will inspire others forever. Keep on keeping on lively lady. 🙏💜😘

[@Nolanoyayo]

That's crazy they were his last words

[@Oceanlee261]

That's crazy he said that just before it happened... 😳😳😳

[@rahla53]

He must have been a very powerful soul, his mind got the warning before death, wow-

[@ScrantonsRebeccaRuth888]

Yes

[@XxMercuriiXx]

Sometimes you have to be careful of speaking certain things out loud …

[@francinearcieri8439]

Praying for their family healing taken way too young not forgotten it should not take tragedy for people to act kind loving towards one another much love real emotional

[@maxxandubar503]

Straight from the heavens. That’s sad. R.I.p

[@bobuggo6944]

Please don't stay on open water in a lightening storm. Prayers for your peace

[@Vonmacfire]

Just stay indoors

[@bobuggo6944]

@@Vonmacfire Exactly 💯 👏 🙌 👌

[@KisDraga]

to be fair the storm was still at a distance but rolling in. They didn't think the lightning would hit that far out. (which they can apparently travel up to 25 miles out)

[@EndlessSpaghetti]

"When under trial, let no one say: “I am being tried by God.” For with evil things God cannot be tried, nor does he himself try anyone." - James 1:13

[@DeeDee-dl9wk]

God give her strength ❤

[@cm9859]

I am so sorry. Oh my gosh, he said "if he got struck by lightning"... heartbreaking.

[@JKnSK]

Prayers for her and her family🩷

[@satenigkassabian1492]

This is so very sad. May he sleep with the angels.

[@micho474]

I used to live in Wilmington,NC…it’s a beautiful place but there are bad lightning storms there. Unfortunately,I have a phobia for lightning so I quickly learned to read Doppler weather maps as guidance for driving and venturing outdoors.

[@blueseptember2174]

Lightning in nc especially at the coast is super violent.

[@justjulia8007]

As a Christian, the number 3 is full of meaning! Of course it’s an intensely painful experience for her to endure, but her faith is so evident and sometimes finding even a little meaning in the death of a loved one can inspire you to keep going. God Bless her ❤

[@mevinscott948gmail]

wow

[@Natalie-k9h]

Words are powerful be careful of what we speak.

[@evem4876]

So sorry for ur loss my condolences to u & ur family ... He will be with u always in ur heart ❤️

[@cleopatralewis4829]

OMG so sorry for your loss may he 🙏

[@aniwahyas5357]

I’m so sorry. God bless. Sending love her way.

[@charlenemack7040]

This is absolutely heartbreaking, and at the exact same time heartwarming. 💔❤️

[@nicolesheehan5976]

So sad crying sad love one. Tree hill was my fav show

[@foxooo]

What a freak accident. I guess on the bright side he went quickly and she got to experience him in their good years.

[@chanabayla1823]

This wasn't freak. Freak is what happened many yrs ago when a former classmate of mine got struck in a bright sky out of the blue. This was they saw the storm coming and stayed there

[@judithhood3837]

My heart goes out to her, heart renching, but so pleased she can see ahead to carry on what they both started. I wish her peace and happiness for the future. My husband was killed 30 months after we were married. I was 32 yrs old he was 40, that was 35 yrs ago.

[@KB-ok1en]

God bless her. 💛🙏 Thank God for her and her goals to honor him with her new life mission. 💛💛💛🙏💛💛💛

[@faith5387]

So sorry hun! May God continue to comfort you.😢

[@jannislewis13]

Rest in heavenly peace. 🙏

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[@dominiquescott7961]

Why would they use “shocking death”

[@fytghggyungf7601]

Always loved one plant hill back in the 90’s! ❤

[@cyankirkpatrick5194]

OMG so tragic 😓😢🙏☦️

[@balindablanton4513]

I can relate oh so well. My husband died instantly in a car wreck. I felt for the longest I never got to tell him goodbye. Now I know and believe in divine intervention. We lived in apt 23 same age I was when our on was born. Frank is buried in plot 23 at Laurel Land .

[@starfire9214]

My condolences to her and family and friends

[@jackie461]

Man some of these comments are cold. Bevin, i hope u find peace in every day life. Stay strong. Rest easy Will 🙏🏼🕊️

[@nikkis7375]

So so so heartbreaking.

[@kawstar78]

So sad. Bless them.

[@wendyodell356]

I'm sorry for your loss. Death happens to all, those around us, and those who have much dire circumstances because of it. My husband dropped dead at 37 leaving me with a 12, 8 and 2 year old. Someone's else's story is always going to be more painful and heartbreaking than your own. Rest in peace to our loved ones 🙏❤️

[@pineappleice100]

@ToBaby agree. This was an odd thing to comment.

[@angelafischettifitness]

I am sorry for your loss but this comment was unwarranted and bitchy.

[@jackie461]

@wendyodell356 I just wanted to tell you that I am so very sorry for your loss. I lost my husband too, but our children were already grown and although it still hurt like hell, I understand where you’re coming from. I’ll pray that God blesses both you and your children financially and emotionally. ❤️💜

[@wasimqader]

"If we get struck by lightning Mike..." then it happened 🤣😂🤣 Epic

[@lg_1226]

Omg that’s terrible. I remember her talking about her husband and such on the drama queens podcast a year ago. Sad

[@poca723]

As a side note. Be careful what you speak, you can literally manifest things by speaking them into existence. The tongue is powerful. You should aim to only speak of things you wish to happen.

[@bird7464]

thank you !

[@cascade00]

Yes don't need to die for a baby boomer to be satisfied, when an aging baby boomer is on its way to last leg of life they can be suicidal and forcing people near them to mirror them so they have a reflection of themselves. Many aging baby boomers have zero self reflective capacity. Don't sacrifice yourself so a baby boomer who doesn't respect life will see another day.

[@awildarivera5081]

Here in Puerto Rico there was a similar situation this summer/autumn, two persons were killed when lightning struck

[@bronwyn117]

This is so heartbreaking. So sad.

[@mevinscott948gmail]

hello how you

[@MountainOfLifeTabarnacle]

Praise God sisters and brothers. I bless God for sharing my testimony with you. We were born four children, but our parents died when we were still young. From that time we struggled with life. Our uncles abandoned us and we scattered from each other to find a way of surviving. I started grazing people's cows, I had nothing to eat because the people I was working for didn't car for me. I used to sleep in the forest with cows. But a time came and I went to work in sugarcane and tobacco plantations, life wasn't easy at all. While there, I started getting dreams of serving God but couldn't believe it because in my family, people had no fear of God. They were Catholics who didn't even pray. But later God told me to stop whatever I was doing and decide to serve Him. But because I wasn't educated, I was doing petty jobs. So I stopped and started preaching the gospel on streets, and in prisons before I got a church. For seven years I was asking God to give me a church where people would always find me. It wasn't easy at all, but I patiently waited until God fulfilled it. On night as I was sleeping, God told me that He was sending me to Mbarara city. By then I didn't know where Mbarara city was because I had never gone there, but He lead me there. Mbarara wasn't easy also at the start but God saw me through and now I thank God that He kept me standing. May God bless you so much. I pledge to obey you and to work with you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ

[@lisagadsdon4093]

Very brave love to her xxxx

[@thefateofchos850]

5 months after his Shocking death 😳 had me 💀

[@Kayla-mr1kp]

Wow so sorry! Crazy