Larry the Cable Guy: Pixar makes me cry

Larry the Cable Guy emotionally recounts the moment he realized he landed the role as Mater in Pixar’s “Cars,” including why it remains the greatest thing to ever happen to him and how it was the culmination of everything he’d worked for up until that moment.
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[@GrahamBensinger]

The hour-long full interview is available here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/maTdoH9untGVkLM. Enjoy!

[@Steve-ec6ed]

It's funny you look at Larry the Cable Guy and think he's a HUGE celebrity and no doubt he is but you can also see he's really just a normal humble guy.

[@michaelpugh2617]

I can definitely see how compared to a lot of the other people that voice act for Pixar, he can feel really small. He’s definitely a household name, but not the same kind of household name as these other guys

[@annas728]

He’s from Nebraska. That’s how we are 💕 we don’t take anything for granted and appreciate the things we are given regardless of the success. We are very humble people.

[@BIGWILL0715]

And he actually is a real cool guy met him in passing at a loves truck stop and he asked for a cigarette lol he said his wife’s making him quit so I gladly jumped at the opportunity and I’m glad I did he’s a stand up type of guy.

[@MW-cl5ni]

@@annas728 You're so humble you tell everyone how humble you are.

[@annas728]

@@MW-cl5ni Visit and see for yourself hater

[@violaballs]

graham is such a good interviewer, doesn't interrupt a good story

[@PURP_PLAYS]

thinkin the same thing, he jus asks the questions an waits, its great.. I love it

[@permanentvacation2406]

+Steve Light everyone seems to hate him because he's uptight and square which he is but he's a good interviewer because he let's them talk unlike Howard Stern for example

[@PURP_PLAYS]

i didnt get an uptight vibe at all.. i feel as if he just wants do the best job he can.. Howard stern is a legend man, hes able to bring out anything from his guest.. hes a legend

[@HairyBottom]

Steve Light Howard Stern is a piece of shit.

[@bs1820]

It's amazing that something as simple as not talking makes you a good interviewer but it's so true.

[@MapleLeafAce]

I love how he also looks at the people BEHIND the camera as he's telling his story, he wants EVERYONE to be a part of it. What a great guy.

[@markustaylor1889]

Find it hard to believe he doesn’t talk like Mater

[@codygreene9067]

Well then you might be surprised to find out that the entire “Larry the Cable Guy” persona is a gimmick he does. He doesn’t have a country accent or any of that.

[@Cotystevens]

He’s from Maine😂 he didn’t even start talking in an accent until he moved to florida in his teens and adapted to the way they speak there lol

[@tylergarbers2029]

@@Cotystevens what? He’s born and raised in Nebraska, notice the hoodie and his necklace he always wears

[@johnholzhey8149]

@@Cotystevens What's a Maine?

[@johnholzhey8149]

@@tylergarbers2029 Go Big Red!

[@dfire351]

This is correct, Mater seemed to actually become the most beloved character in the film series. Even going on to star in a few short films.

[@Assass1n_KingOfTheSimps]

He's quoted more than any other character in those movies

[@JacobHayden911]

That's funny you say that considering that Cars 2 didn't do too well. Evidently, Mater is better as a side character, not a protagonist, and Cars 2 definitely proved that. Larry still did a great job on the film but people hated it for some reason.

[@dfire351]

@@JacobHayden911 No one pays attention to ratings. The character is still the most popular in the film series.

[@valentesolis9212]

@@JacobHayden911cars 2 was the best in the series

[@anthonyrussell7129]

I think Cars 3 was the best imo

[@ramo714]

Glad he’s appreciative.. he was so awesome as Mater, my son loves Mater!!

[@lukewarmwater6412]

he is mater.... thats why he got the part, thats why it got made bigger... mater made the whole film.

[@Albino_Scout]

@@lukewarmwater6412 he ain’t even Larry the Cable Guy my dude

[@FathomMane]

I hate seeing him grow old i love his movies ao much... I love his stand ups and his comedy shows well all i've seen anyway

[@BirdPlan]

damn had me tearing up a bit. really happy to see how appreciative he is

[@FightMeRLG]

Fuck yeah

[@ApacheScalper]

Me too

[@TheAgentmigs]

His humility is inspiring.

[@PaulPatrickRogueMissionary]

You're not the only one bro!

[@VerniceNazare]

Me six

[@momfluent5367]

He made Mater come to life, and so many little Southern boys finally had a character they could relate too.

[@jasonmerchant6345]

I can’t even imagine Mater being named “Zeb”

[@TheKing-zm4uo]

Zeb is now the sidewall shine backup racer!

[@ZebEllison]

Hey Now 🫠

[@MissUnConcerned]

How can anyone give this a thumbs down. He sounds/is so grateful.

[@jnorth5689]

Yea he’s a special kinda guy.

[@joshuapittman4663]

It’s probably bc they don’t like his comedy. His comedy is very race and sexuality oriented and since he only makes fun of black people and lgbt people.

[@Mbest624]

@@joshuapittman4663 that’s lie but okay.

[@joshuapittman4663]

@@Mbest624 it’s literally not, but ok. Watch his stand up then come back to me. All his comedy is is making fun of black people or lgbt.

[@joshuapittman4663]

@@Mbest624 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f2qVaGNnf7WbgdE

[@gus6736]

Shit got to me. Makes me happy that he's overjoyed with happiness that it makes him emotional.

[@andreamartinez6929]

Cant imagine anyone else playing Mater. Cars is one of my favorite Pixar movies

[@marshall3755]

Never thought id see Larry cry but dang he is so happy of what happened.

[@artofjhill]

Its awesome see and hear him talk about how much this meant to him. Thank you for sharing this

[@larsonhill8404]

J Hill nice last name

[@artofjhill]

ditto ;)

[@kryptonite9890]

real men cry it takes a real man to

[@Pain-mr2hn]

My dad always taught me that.

[@snakm]

@@Pain-mr2hn does that relate to why your name is Pain? or nah?

[@bradypeake4447]

@@snakm 😂

[@AAllen-br8it]

Real men cry when it's appropriate to cry. That's the distinction. Gauge when it's appropriate to let yourself loosen the grip a little. I've met a lot of grown up children who cry, but almost never when it's appropriate to.

[@nofoul8514]

That’s what little pussys tell them self

[@casey-capri2914]

I went from cursing him for lying to me my whole life to loving him again in about 120 seconds

[@ClusterHeadSurvivor]

such a humble guy

[@MOMMYANDMICHAEL]

As a mother of a 3 year old we watch cars 100 times a day it never gets old. Mater is my favourite and just has that personality where he doesn’t care what people think and just continues to be his true self. No one could of done Mater better then Larry.

[@Lonewolf23-26]

Wow never seen Larry like that gained some respect from me

[@skwerlee]

Dan is a good dude. Loving these

[@skwerlee]

Larry The Cable Guy is his stage name. His real name is Dan Whitney.

[@stanleyspeedway3478]

Real human tears??? Faith in Humanity restored.

[@hiker0100]

I've always wondered what Larry was like out of character, and after seeing this video and the one about his fake accent, I'm actually humbled by his real-life self (Dan Whitney).

[@TreeckoBro]

Holy smokes, I didn't expect to see Larry the Cable Guy crying over his appreciation of being casted in a Pixar movie. That's so wholesome.

[@chingasofarkaso]

I had a pretty shit day today. Y'know those days where you're just in a shit mood, and you get more shitty trying to figure out why you're in a shit mood? This interview helped. A lot.

[@larsonhill8404]

Mitch Farkas same bro

[@gothxm]

Bro same. Ive been stuck on pixar all day and it just gives me a boost. Gives me hope and faith in life.

[@bradypeake4447]

Damn. I get it. And it helped me today too.

[@oharrison7158]

Dude same

[@GW4PCITY]

"The animators love animating Mater." Haha

[@Duopierce]

I'm not really fan of "Larry the Cable Guy" as a comedian all that much, but this guy is such a great person and I will never forget it.

[@nunyabuisness4125]

To see so mutch REAL emotion from my hero is so freaking amazing lary is such a down to earth nice guy who stays humble GOD BLESS YOU .

[@tonkatruckeli8877]

You can tell he worked hard for a long time being a Comedian and he finally got a super huge break by being the most funniest character in one huge billion dollar disney movie franchise all by his hilarious voice. To see him cry happy is fucking heartfelt, most humble guy ever on earth.

[@Fireoncityy]

Graham is the best interviewer ever. Hands down my favorite to watch. So pleasant, so respectful, so calm. Never interrupts never over excited.

[@Calilou52]

Hes so humble he addresses and adds both Graham and everyone behind the camera to the conversation when he talks. Most people with his status dont even see those people as anything other than equipment lol.

[@geetarguy777]

seems like such a down to earth guy. great character.

[@cuivre2004]

People really thinking he really is like Larry the Cable guy shows you how good his acting on a daily basis really is. Both real and character are great guys.

[@zqwas6306]

Don’t wanna speak for him but maybe he’s so emotional because finally someone saw his light inside him Pixar literally loved who he was as a person. That type of faith in somone can lift you up to the stars and beyond. Forget greatfuk

[@welcomepeach6516]

Newfound love for Larry!!! Some thought he was just a gimmick but hey he still appreciated his success rather than feeling entitled too it! Graham is also an excellent interviewer.

[@jasonthomas6684]

It’s very touching to see him get teary-eyed over his big break and success. He is a real good-hearted man.

[@smb2265]

This was gold to capture this Graham...great interview

[@72vince27]

I just love seeing life turn for the better. We all want that big moment.

[@Ripskiis]

What a legitimately good person Larry is, celebrity hasn't gone to his head not one bit.

[@abaronofchivalry5176]

He's just a fantastic bro. He's pure hearted

[@workyourcareerwednesday]

This is so awesome! There are people everywhere that cry when they get a job or have a moment that changes their life. Doesn’t matter if you’re an actor, comedian, atock broker, sw developer, a physical therapist, or a podcaster! Everyone, everywhere can relate to exactly what he’s feeling! It’s truly glorious! Love Larry the Cable Guy!

[@BrettHartleygetfitwithbrett]

Gratitude is a beautiful thing

[@thanos9240]

all My years, of watching Larry The Cable Guy, I never Once Saw Him Cry. This Is Special For Him To Make Him Cry, Therefore My Respect For Mr.Larry The Cable Guy,

[@bruff19]

It's good to see someone genuinely happy.

[@shadowprince4482]

Mater is my favorite character in Pixar. Not my favorite movie, it was still a great movie series, but not my top favs. Still, Mater made the cars series.

[@KoreanKoalaRider]

this is great stuff

[@boofmcgee1]

Wow you can tell Larry is legit over the moon about telling this story. Kicking his feet looking over telling everyone how much he loves Pixar. You can tell this really gave Larry something. What a great guy i never even paid much attention to him but he seems like a really beautiful caring person.

[@keithwaynejones]

what a great dude! seems real down to earth

[@VituMV]

I respect him so much more now because of this interview. What a lovely person

[@angel_existential]

This man is so much cooler than his Larry character shows him to be. What a sweet guy.

[@coltwgrice]

I always imagine Mater’s voice actor is and he is such a down-to-earth guy.

[@danchristian7282]

I’ve never been the biggest fan of Larry the cable guy (didn’t dislike him or anything) but this really gave me a huge smile and much more appreciation for him and his emotional ride through all of this.

[@dee7353]

Of all the fame he has gotten, which he worked hard for, he is famous yet humble and appreciative til this day. That is my type of person. He deserves all the accolades.

[@jnmwtkns]

I couldn’t imagine ANYONE ELSE as mater! We love you Daniel w.

[@charlesbloor2869]

God Bless Larry The Cable Guy

[@AAllen-br8it]

This has got to be the most wholesome show biz story I've ever heard.

[@nickbuckley4371]

There’s this old rusty tow truck in my town every time I drive by it I think of mater and man he brought the character to life this one of my favorite animated movies

[@jmichaelewan8455]

Not a huge fan of his comedy, but this interview made me a fan of who he is. So impressed.

[@antonnybh1]

Almost at 100k! Keep up the good work Graham!

[@yourpants194]

Larry secured the bag from Pixar s/o to his family

[@wampuscat7589]

I love Larry even more after seeing this!! Great interview

[@kornfreak78]

A hugely successful comedian/actor that is this humble and thankful is very awesome. Massive respect.

[@1967davethewave]

I live in pretty small town. Each year we would have all the businesses get together and do a benefit gokart race to help the high school out. CARS was huge at the time so I painted my gokart up like Lightning McQueen. The kids loved it. On the third year I took an old lawn tractor and made it look like Mater and then took and made about 6 little cars to pull behind it. I pulled the kids around before the races and during breaks. It was a carnival like atmosphere and they were lined up for the rides. I didn't charge anything but I had to have my wife buy a roll of tickets at WalMart and then tell the children "one ticket, one ride" because they just wouldn't get out of the cars to let the next kids ride. We gave them the tickets for free. All of them wanted pictures sitting in Mater and Lightning McQueen and I made sure to let them and even encouraged them to sit in and on them. The event fell apart about 8 or 9 years ago. Just a couple of days ago I was out at my old shop that I now rent to someone and saw that Mater lawn tractor setting in the bushes. I should really get it out and running again.

[@colemoritz9248]

Cars is why know who Larry is and god bless him and them for it

[@zn-n]

Cole Moritz thank god Pixar made the Mater we all loved 💛

[@nighthawkcm8872]

Tears of happiness is just another level of joy🥲 God bless

[@veloenbladefist]

When he was getting worked up and took a breath in and in a wavering voice said "this sucks" I felt that on a deep level. Just being caught unable to speak because the emotions of the moment are too much.

[@jenger83]

thats great, for a humble guy / comedian. To get the Pixar call and be offered a major role like that.

[@gibbyrockerhunter]

Holy hell he’s an awesome dude. I needed this happiness

[@laurenolivia83]

This is awesome! Absolutely love the raw and real he exudes here!

[@Drew_D]

Mater is my favorite character in the Cars movies. He’s also my favorite character in the Cars video games.

[@Joclaim1]

So cool to see people's dreams materialize...His humility is amazing.

[@jennakeith5711]

Mater is easily my favorite Pixar character! Larry the Cable Guy is the best❤

[@macross5000]

He deserves all the success. Great guy and it shows.

[@tylerdesautels1857]

It’s awesome to see him break character and be his true self

[@Enzo87325]

Awesome story !! The Mater was really the star of the second movie too!

[@johneefizterbottom]

He went from being broke to having $$ that when he’s gone his children will still be receiving, those animated royalties are breathtaking !!

[@mistyw9750]

Larry is so adorable love him ❤

[@Hitman-ds1ei]

The man maketh the part' don't know what I would have done without Mader and the bond he helped create between myself and grandkids watching CARS, they all loved him the most as did I and grandkids knew it, how can you put a value on that !

[@AustinTFM]

True human emotion

[@DJHeyOfficial]

Thank you so much for sharing this! My dream of meeting Larry The Cable Guy came true back in 2009 when I went to his show at the Harris Rincon casino. He was so kind and down to earth, and when I was about to leave the spot where I had my meat and greet with him to go enjoy his show, I asked him for a fan hug. He laughed and said, “Well, I can always do those“, and he gave one to me.

[@dustypan83]

Larry you’re a amazing person man.

[@ReeseMan]

Larry the cable is one of my favorite comedians

[@HUNTERCOPELR]

love Larry he's the funniest dude I've ever watched

[@maxwellbowden]

Watching him get emotional at when he finally made it in life is amazing

[@psuengineer84]

What a sweet guy

[@wannabe4668]

You made me smile man !! Thanks

[@kyphippy]

tow mater was the best flavored cars air head

[@novakane8722]

Rust flavor

[@mattkelly2004]

IDK who I like more funny Larry the Cable Guy, or the truly humble everyday Larry both are great wonderful human beings.

[@supermariofan1217]

It’s quite heart-wrenching to see Mater cry

[@luisbatista1103]

This guy is the real deal outside the funnies he's a real human being like u n me 👏👏👏👏👏🇨🇦

[@sarahberkner]

There is a guy who I think owns a small trucking company, and he reminds me so much of Mater. He was a regular at a restaurant I used to work at in Michigan.

[@cp3o987]

CARS is Legendary

[@Kp08og]

I love this man! Larry is such a humble man.

[@bs1820]

Wow that interviewer struck gold with that question. Good job m8

[@davecrupel2817]

It's nice to hear his normal voice!

[@theEmerican555]

Definitely a 100% GENUINE guy. Love ole Larry the Cable guy.

[@hawksnation1270]

I love this My son loves mater and any truck brown makes him shout too the mf roof mater mater. Thank you Larry, mater is in our families hearts

[@JayRev_Music]

i liked Larry before, now I love him so much! def a new found respect here...nobody deserves more! keep ur soul Larry! We love ya!

[@williamsherman1089]

There is something very sweet about that movie. Me and my little girl's would watch it just about every weekend, and being from Arizona just made it that much sweeter

[@oklaflusa719]

a real good man