Jimmy Stewart Reads a Touching Poem About His Dog Beau | Carson Tonight Show

[@terencedove5047]

Jimmy’s voice cracked. He spoke haltingly. Johnny was quiet. A falling pin could have been heard in that audience. And for three minutes, a Norman Rockwell slice of life was clear enough to reach out and touch - and experience - with all of one’s senses…

[@ddanelle4729]

Well said.

[@TWS-pd5dc]

So true. Those last few lines he read and the entire studio fell completely silent as the audience there and all over the country watching, as well as Johnny himself, felt the raw emotion of what Jimmy was saying.

[@brit0309]

I love your sentiment 😊

[@khoo5996]

White people things.

[@thevintageveggie5591]

Anyone who writes a poem about their beloved dog has to be a wonderful person.

[@chickensandwich9977]

Chris Chan wrote a poem about his dog...

[@jjmuni]

I wrote a long one years ago. Setter in the snow It’s in German though.

[@andrewmacdonald4833]

So true...I think he was a wonderful person...

[@Nantosuelta]

My great uncle was an actor in the 50's and 60's. He was friends with Jimmy Stewart for quite a long time. He said that everything you hear about him was truth and then some. He said that he was one of the kindest most genuine people that he ever knew.

[@flparkermdpc]

Jimmy Stewart was a wonderful man, and throw in HERO, too, to start and finish the picture. What a man.!

[@sarahnorton-s9b]

The most Beautiful heartfelt sincere and loving poem I’ve ever heard. What a good man. See you in heaven Jimmy❤

[@BuddyNika]

AS FAR AS I AM CONCERNED HE IS THE GREATEST ACTOR...........EVER.

[@lmc2664]

The poem displayed his deep affection to Beau.

[@matthewwynn1074]

On December 30, 2022, I lost my dog named Beau. He was such a good boy. I’ll always love him.

[@carmenvelarde8400]

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for healing. He is alive in your memories and in your heart.

[@paulworgan6599]

Good name for a Dog

[@johnb7346]

To everyone who's loved and lost a dog, I'm crying with you.......

[@msb539]

Thanks John

[@30AndHatingIt]

5 years ago this past month. Ask any of my family and friends and they’ll tell you the person they used to know died that day as well...

[@CokiPet]

Thank you, I just lost my pup and I can relate deeply to this. I know I have a long path ahead that will be hard as hell without her, but she was so loving and such a great companion that I'll do my best. Rest in peace Pacha ❤️

[@battlingbugs3612]

Been through it three times now. But I would not change a thing about it. They have given us so many positive memories.

[@amiravirginiaparejogarcia3281]

♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@grplrhashi]

I don't know how many times I've watched this, it always brings tears to my eyes.

[@johnpashley5963]

Jimmy Stewart....the definition of class

[@torypreston4663]

Oh boy …this made me cry . I love my fur kids all 11 of them. ❤️❤️❤️ Thank you for this poem !!!

[@revcc1]

I'm lying here with my dog, who is also named Beau, snuggled between me and my wife -- and I'm crying along with Jimmy and Johnny.

[@martinwhelan6629]

I relate

[@marmar22]

I lost one of my dog 2 nights ago, and I really miss her. She was so lovely... I adopted her when she was 6 years old. We spent 8 years together. I'll miss her every day of my life.

[@celsobernal2695]

So sorry for your loss. We only get our dogs from the animal shelter. Always giving unconditional love

[@dogdad5264]

I’m sorry for your loss It is something that we all must go through. I hope you will go save another one in her honor.

[@carmenvelarde8400]

I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for healing. She is alive in your memories and in your heart.

[@quinnknight1149]

I miss Johnny & Jimmy so dearly. Cheers to a better era -

[@shorttermawesome1602]

I just lost my dog to lymphoma and that's why I'm here. I'm ugly crying watching this, but it helps to know that I'm not alone in loving him and missing him so deeply.

[@gy4023]

It’s the moment the audience realise where it’s going. The silence. He has them in his thrall. I lost my best friend 3 weeks ago. I’ll play this when I feel sad.

[@bethanybass7620]

This helped me through when I lost my 18 yr old cat years ago. I watched it over and over and cried my eyes out. Hugs to you. P.S. I still cry when I watch it.

[@gy4023]

@@bethanybass7620 it’s quite beautiful. Leads to heaving sobs for me. I’m watching it once a week to help me with the aching emptiness. Still can’t believe he’s not here anymore

[@Luzanne.]

Sorry for your loss. It’s the worst.

[@badgermeats]

Sorry friend. Hope you're doing well.

[@dreeemweever]

My little Ruby is supposedly due to go soon. Little maneater. I love her so much.

[@cjrrun]

This is why he was one of the most beloved actors ever. He had a good soul and you can't fake that

[@bighands69]

+cjrrun He was a war hero, republican and real American unlike those self hating Hollywood liberals today.

[@CombatMedicTM]

+bighands69 *sigh* Someone makes a beautiful comment and all you think about is your little insignificant political bullshit war, not wasting a chance to let everyone know about them "libfags". God I despise people like you who know nothing but hatred and their political extremes!

[@slaughtz]

+Sunshine It's good you hate the haters. Because they hated first.. Yeah. Lovely.

[@CombatMedicTM]

Slaughtz I said I despise these people, that is something VERY different than hate. But pointing out how "hateful" I am was probably more important than thinking about my core message for just a second, eh?

[@slaughtz]

Sunshine plz, disgust or repugnance is constantly equated with hatred on the political left in order to justify calling people haters :D if you're one of the few consistent ones, good for you

[@debbiemullen2574]

I'm crying. All of us dog lovers, have been there. God's greatest gift. 🐾🐾 Thanks for sharing, legendary Jimmy Stewart.

[@carmenvelarde8400]

Amen to that, so very true.

[@charlesking5328]

Anyone who has lost a dog or two can appreciate this poem. They are family too. 😥

[@TVaughan667]

Sometimes, when I need a "reset," required by the inundation of our modern media, I look at this video. The decency and humanity that Mr. Stewart shares reminds me of the the better people we can and should be.

[@MS-lg4yr]

Beautifully said! ❤️

[@mikesilvers486]

I agree

[@debbiewhitehead9890]

Couldn't had said it any better

[@Luzanne.]

You are not alone! I return for the same.

[@SeeBrake]

Me too.

[@chynnafong]

I just put my dog down five days ago.... she was a Yorkshire Terrier and her name was Beau as well.... God I miss and love her.... tell her... she’s in peace now and isn’t in pain....

[@DamnAdriane]

I’m sorry for your loss Yorkies are the absolute best

[@perfesser944]

When you hear such a giant's voice crack, like Jimmy's does in his recitation, your know something solemn and very precious is being talked about. Thank you, Mr. Stewart, for sharing this from the great beyond. We sure do hope you were reunited with your Beau again.

[@mamaniece]

Beautifully said, James!

[@Julie-yd4yj]

Yes indeed! Beautifully said James

[@npc77107]

Yes, .they're together again. Going for walks and playing, forever.

[@janetwashington5090]

Thanks James. You sure got that right. And I heard from a prophet, that I respect, that our pets go to heaven, and they also talk. But I don't think that Beau & Jimmy need words. Looks like they communicated perfectly without them.💖

[@donberry6079]

I too had tears come down. I also pray that Jimmy made it to Heave. I am so looking forward to meeting him and Beau.

[@AllhailtheUS]

Oh man. I love how in the beginning the audience is laughing and chuckling thinking this to be some funny story, but by the end you could hear a pin drop. Amazing. Sure dont make em like Jimmy anymore.

[@markparkinson6947]

Morgan Freeman comes close.

[@elizabethwightman4700]

Jimmy Stewart is one of my Forever Favs!

[@elizabethwightman4700]

How precious Jimmy! Thank you ☺️ for sharing your delightful poem❣️🙏🏻☺️🇺🇸

[@gretchenbeck441]

I had a dog named Beau too. He lived 17 yrs. 8 mo. & 12 days. I will forever miss him. He's been dead 40 years now, but I'll see him soon again.

[@pwebb34]

@@gretchenbeck441It’s always nice when they visit you in dreams.

[@brt-jn7kg]

Almost forty-two years have passed since that night in the man still brings tears to my eyes.

[@laurarominger2073]

Same. My neighbors had to bury their dog yesterday. I thought of this and sent to them.

[@excxflyr]

One of the greatest moments of American television.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

Charles B probably not a dry eye in the house! How wonderful for you!

[@blackweavesmatted6241]

I remember this like yesterday......God BLESS Jimmy Stewart.

[@blackweavesmatted6241]

It certainly was....😢

[@awindey]

This and Norm's last Letterman

[@chrispoole439]

WELL SAID. I AGREE 100%

[@keithhepworth4934]

Jimmy Stewart: more class in his little finger than most of Hollywood combined.

[@Davidblaine18]

Yup

[@Nirsterkur]

Yes!

[@coryburns9161]

He might be my favorite all time

[@stillbill6408]

...all of Hollywood (modern) combined.

[@annehill6026]

@@Davidblaine18 Llllllll use no

[@chadbaier6571]

I'll always love an actor named Jimmy Stewart.

[@fintrojansports]

Anyone who ever have had a dog can relate to this poem so very well articulated

[@jmp01a24]

Amen to that. I can never watch this without tears pressing on. At least so far. For years I have frequently re-watched this clip, to remind me. About life, my dog and that there are good people in the world.

[@roohamm2456]

I miss you so much.. Thanks Mr. Stewart for reminding me its okay..

[@veronicaalleyne]

dogs are some of the best people I know

[@jerryw6699]

well, you don't know my dog then.

[@jogman262]

The first couple nights are the roughest. I know what he went through.

[@MikeKollman-kt3my]

You could hear a pin drop in that audience. Jimmy was a treasure

[@christopherphillips8162]

Jimmy Stewart captured how a true dog lover feels about their best friend.

[@morrisheinersz2005]

His description of beau shows that he has empathy for the dog and it's psychology. I love this poem. It makes me think of all good relationships between dogs and their people.

[@supermom23]

We lost our beloved friend 3 days ago. Somehow it makes me feel better to know that the love and mourning for a dog is universal.

[@dkcol6796]

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the day while in college and my dad called to tell me about our miniature collie, named Dolly. She was struck by a car out where they lived, after retiring. The tears fell so long, and I realized my dad was crying too. This big man, an ex firefighter. He wrote me a letter or a note, I guess, to read when I graduated from college. It simply said that you haven't known real loss until you had to say good bye to a pet. Sorry this is so long. He also gave me some advice. Do not listen to people who wonder why you are not "over it". You are not supposed to ever get over it. Find a place in your heart to keep the memory alive. That and love are the only things worth dying for.

[@supermom23]

@@dkcol6796 Thank you so much for your kind words. My husband and I have both lost our fathers whom we loved with all our hearts. But somehow this was worse. Maybe because they can’t talk to you at the end? I don’t know. But true dog lovers understand.

[@rosehathaway3490]

Dogs are the only friend I know that love unconditionally and they seem to know when you need a friend. Our dog Beauregard always did 🙂🙂

[@Julie-yd4yj]

You are so right about the pain of losing a dog …..I can remember thinking that it hurt as much as when my mother died.

[@dopeydora81]

It is truly like losing a family member. Not just an animal. RIP. Dusty and Toby Dog loved forever. ❤

[@michelleagleton2344]

Jimmy Stewart was the epitome of class and humbleness. We do not have enough celebrities in the world like this man. God bless him. ❤️

[@xavier5781]

Jimmy Stewart Was A National Treasure.

[@jshshh1041]

3:12 that was my childhood dog. Got her when I was 6. She passed when I was 23. I leaned on her so much through the tough times. The last couple of years of her life, she developed dementia and got confused alot. But it was still my Emily. I went from a little boy relying on her to being her rock. And that I was. I took it very seriously to always be her safe place. I would've fought a million man army for her. RIP Emily. I cannot wait to see you again and tell you all about my life

[@kayfitzgerald309]

Wow!!! You're comment made me tear up😢 what a wonderful doggie daddy you are!!!❤

[@Stryker176]

Give her a hug from me. God Bless.

[@rachelwalker8325]

Someone posted this on X/Twitter and now I'm crying like a baby. Dogs and their rubbish life spans will do that to you. RIP to all of them that have been and gone, who gave unconditional love and were loved back and RIP to all those that never knew the love they deserved. 💔

[@G50-o5w]

Jimmy sums it up for anyone who ever had a dog. No matter how long they've been gone, you still miss them every day, and wish you could just pet them one more time.

[@paulygards9500]

I couldn’t agree with you anymore, well said

[@tiebaojin]

I can never get through this video without crying. I've lost so many wonderful "Beaus" in my life and it is always devastating and heartbreaking . From Jimmy's poem I can see Beau doing all the things he writes about, the good and the somewhat bad, but he was always loved, as all dogs should be. Thank you Jimmy and Beau, together forever.

[@filmmakerdanielclements]

The only thing worse than losing our fur-babies would be not having them in the first place. I think we put ourselves through such an excruciating loss because, frankly, they’re worth it.

[@jaypee07747]

Absolutely.

[@seancoombes2010]

A dog is the purest love you will ever have. Without need, response or strings. Always happy to see you no matter what. This poem is beautiful and hits home to anyone who's ever owned a dog.

[@MrAMYJACK]

Hi Sean, There are things in life that we just take for granted at the time then that goes as James says. I still have Amy's car restraint that I can't part with oh man the places we went and Her Head out the window and the smiles from others passing. I watch alot of pet things and if I could sum it up it would be The Hand Of Love

[@jaypee07747]

​@@MrAMYJACK 100%

[@Dynan117]

The dog owns us, forever.

[@pm5632]

I used to deliver groceries to the Stewart house 6 days a week back when and I'm the guy who Mr. Stewart writes about being Beau's favorite prey. We used to use a platform cart we would put the boxes on and Beau hated it. He bit me twice in a couple of years and the second time he really got me. One of Mr. Stewart's housekeepers looked at the back of my pants leg and there was blood all down the back of it. Nothing serious but it hurt like hell. Anyway a couple of days later when I made my delivery the housekeeper said Mr. Stewart wanted to see me. He walked into the kitchen and asked how I was and apologized for Beau. Needless to say there was a pretty big Xmas tip that year. Beau passed on about a year later and Mr. Stewart wrote the poem he read. Only met him a couple of times passing through the kitchen but he always stopped and shook my hand and asked how I was, a genuine, humble, class guy.

[@NovaJake360]

Thank you so much for sharing this! What a cool story.

[@mikeycapp1]

Thank you for your contribution to this thread Mr Miller it brings even greater context to this most beautiful moment in television history.

[@bman342a]

Thanks for the comment, adds a great dimension to the poem, and of course to Mr. Stewart, one of my favorite actors of all time. Bloddy pants notwithstanding, you're a lucky man to have shared those moments.

[@radarnj8043]

You sir are also a class act. In today's world there would be lawsuits tv shows and frothing fake news expounding the carelessness of it all. A controlled world of snowflakes and safe places will have no warm and edgy stories to tell... Indeed you had a level of courage knowing Beau was looking for you. You sir give respect in reference to "Mr. Stewart" and have your talent in the way you share of a memory to us. Thank you Paul for the best post script!

[@darrellsmith4204]

Awesome..

[@DesignatedDrinker12]

I have a dog named Beau... I can't make it through this poem without balling my eyes out.. Dogs are family...

[@fp9623]

The audience was laughing at first, but those laughs turned into tears after Mr. Stewart finished his poem. Watching this was very touching

[@shizuokaBLUES]

Johnny, reaching over, touching that great man, the beloved actor, on the back, as he wiped his tears, is a beautiful moment.

[@softypapa]

This was very touching. Thank you for sharing this wonderful clip. :-)

[@user-ht5ce2it3z]

This is The sentence with the most commas I've ever seen while still being able to make sense of it.

[@tonewheel1773]

@@user-ht5ce2it3z Sadly, punctuation is lacking in todays literary world... both amateur and professional. I particularly find it frustrating, when there are no commas, causing words to run into each other. In some instances, paragraphs take on another meaning entirely.

[@tiamia7139]

@@user-ht5ce2it3z I would have restructured the sentence to eliminate some of those commas, but they are correctly placed. It's nice to know there are still people who practice proper English and punctuation. 👍

[@NBAballToWalls]

His presentation skills and the cadence of his speaking is so unique and powerful. An American legend.

[@jordanwhite.]

Nothing makes me cry more than this video

[@robertchesnosky3508]

JIMMY STEWART WAS SUCH A GREAT GUY. AN AMERICAN HERO. A REAL FINE DECENT HUMAN BEING. HE REMINDS ME OF MY CHILDHOOD WHEN YOU COUD GO OUT FOR A WALK AND NOT THINK YOU MIGHT GET MUGGED. THE WORLD IS SO DIFFERENT NOW.

[@davidjenkins4751]

I have so many loving words but will say only this... Blessed are the people who truly know and love animals. They are a blessing sent to each of us.

[@1927Norma]

This is why the Johnny Carson show was the best and can never be repeated. The guests he had were from the old era and brought in such insight, humor and or sadness. Jimmy Stewart's heart showed in this poem and Johnnys response was so honest. An Iron man like Johnny even got teary eyed. Miss these guys and the great programming.

[@4everjeeper]

shows these days are more political related instead of fun

[@thoughts3897]

So very true. There will never be another show like it. You are right. And this moment with Jimmy was one of its shining moments.

[@bradcarroll3719]

You dont like hearing about how Paris Hilton thinks something is hot, or the no personality celebrities? Neither do I. Johnny was really before my time, but I enjoy these reruns very much. Especially Jimmy Stewart.

[@kraigthorne3549]

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[@denisehankenson352]

Heartfelt and so touching. This is before Hollywood went mean and bitter.

[@ViperRob]

I come here to re-watch this every few months. Very beautiful, moving and wonderful.

[@db52tb]

Robert Machulla me too

[@-LifeofLucas]

Me too but now I’m a blubbering mess

[@janlovesmany712]

Robert Machulla. I just found this..and I've saved it..

[@gatortoob]

I still choke up and cry and watch Jimmy read this poem several times a year. RIP Jimmy and Beau.

[@tonywestbrook6436]

Robert Machulla I came back to see this again, too, because I lost my beautiful Golden Retriever just last week and Jimmy's heart felt poem gave me some comfort that other people lose their pets, too, and there's no escaping the loss when the capacity for love is also for a dog.

[@mikemisquezsr6209]

I had no idea I had so many tears in me. This stuff just kicks my ass. Jimmy, I hope you and Beau are taking long walks in heaven.

[@lecal0]

"Beau" by Jimmy Stewart He never came to me when I would call Unless I had a tennis ball, Or he felt like it, But mostly he didn't come at all. When he was young He never learned to heel Or sit or stay, He did things his way. Discipline was not his bag But when you were with him things sure didn't drag. He'd dig up a rosebush just to spite me, And when I'd grab him, he'd turn and bite me. He bit lots of folks from day to day, The delivery boy was his favorite prey. The gas man wouldn't read our meter, He said we owned a real man-eater. He set the house on fire But the story's long to tell. Suffice it to say that he survived And the house survived as well. On the evening walks, and Gloria took him, He was always first out the door. The Old One and I brought up the rear Because our bones were sore. He would charge up the street with Mom hanging on, What a beautiful pair they were! And if it was still light and the tourists were out, They created a bit of a stir. But every once in a while, he would stop in his tracks And with a frown on his face look around. It was just to make sure that the Old One was there And would follow him where he was bound. We are early-to-bedders at our house-- I guess I'm the first to retire. And as I'd leave the room he'd look at me And get up from his place by the fire. He knew where the tennis balls were upstairs, And I'd give him one for a while. He would push it under the bed with his nose And I'd fish it out with a smile. And before very long He'd tire of the ball And be asleep in his corner In no time at all. And there were nights when I'd feel him Climb upon our bed And lie between us, And I'd pat his head. And there were nights when I'd feel this stare And I'd wake up and he'd be sitting there And I reach out my hand and stroke his hair. And sometimes I'd feel him sigh and I think I know the reason why. He would wake up at night And he would have this fear Of the dark, of life, of lots of things, And he'd be glad to have me near. And now he's dead. And there are nights when I think I feel him Climb upon our bed and lie between us, And I pat his head. And there are nights when I think I feel that stare And I reach out my hand to stroke his hair, But he's not there. Oh, how I wish that wasn't so, I'll always love a dog named Beau.

[@connieverbeck1110]

leonel thank you.

[@cynthiaennis3107]

leonel blessings to you! 🙏🏼♥️

[@shirleyn546]

💔Hope Jimmy and Beau found each other.

[@Davidblaine18]

We just heard him say this!!

[@Nirsterkur]

Thank you my friend!

[@ganderson158]

Complete class, love and man. Miss them both.

[@johnphillips4708]

That was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen.

[@Nejidabest]

I think ol' Jimmy brought tears to everyone's eyes.

[@jeaniephillips2834]

He Did Mine!!!

[@TheFoochy]

When his voice starts getting weak, my heart just breaks... the feels

[@RobertSmith-tc1oc]

Made me cry lost my dog 2 month agom jimmy and beau united at the #rainy

[@delta30024fly]

And Jimmy Stewart is an American treasure beyond compare.......now Jimmy, Momma and Beau are together up there.

[@pugsandcoffeeplease]

I lost my beautiful girl yesterday. No living being loved me the way she did, and vice versa. I'm devastated beyond the ability to explain, but I had the rare privilege of being caretaker, best friend, confidant and purveyor of pure love. I'll never, ever get past the loss. Sophie, please be there when I go. I miss you.

[@RichardParisJr]

HUGS!!

[@Beverly_Dingus]

Michael Duvic I am sorry for the loss of your friend. Peace to you, and to her.

[@ghostsheet]

+Michael Duvic very well said!

[@ghostsheet]

+Michael Duvic very well said!

[@vccstudents]

+Michael Duvic I will keep you in my thoughts today.

[@carolinen5396]

What a class act this man was, he was from the greatest generation, this poem about his dog was so touching, sensitive and emotional for any pet owner. R.I.P. James Stewart.

[@donlove3741]

Greatest generation BAH ! Jimmy was an American man. A great man.

[@johnpaynter7557]

Johnny Carson never to be replaced 😢😢😢😢😢

[@cigarettpuppy6958]

I miss my best friend, 18 years you were a good pup bullet forever and always.

[@dogdad5264]

We all must go through this pain in the end . please honor him by getting another one and giving it a great life

[@tdstray4]

This helped me so much today. It reminded me of both of my dogs: Tucker and Onyx. We lost them both today. They were both magnificent creatures.

[@meganhayes2243]

I lost two dogs this past year (one last night) and this clip has helped me immensely. People always talk about wanting to find goodness in this world, and I believe that the one place where true goodness lies is in our pets, who give us so much love and truly show us how to be better people.

[@davidsmith172]

So true...bless you

[@tiamia7139]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Your words are so true. No one loves us more than our pets and all humans should strive to be as good, loving and pure of heart.

[@martinblack781]

Been there three times and you got that exactly right

[@teamleader1323]

Sorry for your loss

[@Torgo1969]

I'm a vet and I try my best to help people get through one of the worst days of their life when a dog or cat passes. They are treasures.

[@orwellianson]

Carson giving Jimmy a kind touch on the shoulder at the end made me tear up all over again. Two class acts.

[@JohnPaynter-v4d]

The humanity of Carson just to reach out and grab his shoulder like that was an act of kindness and respect something we miss in today's world

[@heyboo4764]

4:21 I think I was watching the night this was on. Jimmy sums up everybody's feelings about dogs in a poem that doesn't even rhyme most of the time. What resonates is every word is from the heart spoken by a good man who happens to be a great, great actor. The audience starts out laughing and grows progressively quieter as they slowly realize how personal this "poem" was. In the end, the silence was deafening.

[@carmenvelarde8400]

What a beautiful poem and tribute to Beau. I lost my dog Renoir and it was amazing how he always knew how I felt happy or sad, and would respond accordingly. He never left my side. He loved me unconditionally as all dogs do. Dogs give us so much and they take so much of us with them when they pass on. But I can tell you the great pain of losing a dog is not as powerful as the love and life a dog gives us. You just can't put a price on that.

[@johncoffey4206]

This is the first time I've seen this. I've always thought of Jimmy as a great person. A member of the greatest generation. To hear him recite his poem about his dog brought me to tears. My wife had a golden with the same name when we first dated. The poem sounded like Jimmy was talking about ours. God rest both of them.

[@randalthor3919]

One if the greatest videos on the internet. I love how Johnny Carson began to cry. This made me cry.

[@greg55666]

Wait, what? The actor acts like he's crying, and Johnny decides the right thing to do is act like he was touched, and that made YOU cry? I don't understand.

[@randalthor3919]

+greg55666 First let me do this - 0100110001011011011101100011 - if you are a robot void of human emotion then that code of binary should enhance your capacity towards human understanding. Regardless of whether it's acting or genuine (it's genuine) it's still very touching and can bring emotions and memories of past pets to the viewers mind. People cry and get emotional while watching movies, that is acting and not at all genuine. It's not hard to see why this would make a lot of people cry.

[@whitmanrilke]

Well said, but amazing it needs to be said. It is not acting by Jimmy or by Johnny. It made me cry too, and hug my two border collies Terra and Calvin. Love the binary response. Again, it is no act by Jimmy or by Johnny. Anyone who has ever had a dog that is part of the family would understand.

[@richardvernon1032]

greg55666 Jimmy is real. Sorry u don't feel

[@thoughts3897]

@@whitmanrilke Agreed. Or any pet. My little kitties I love the same way. so very hard to lose a pet, and Jimmy's poem perfectly captured that unconditional love.

[@christicrenshaw2772]

I wept when James Stewart passed away. There will never be another James Stewart.

[@buffaloroams2]

So classy, he was a rare breed. See what I did there? ;-)

[@utubeDaveutube]

Wonderul Buffalo --------- and "extremely coincidentally" my wife and 9yr-old son call me buffalo. Go figure. Very funny comment....thanks! :)

[@HandGrenadeDivision]

Imagine the loss if the Germans had managed to get him on any of those B-24 missions he flew over occupied Europe. Carson, McMahon and Stewart all served in that biggest of wars. It makes one wonder, out of all those millions of men and women who perished in the war, how much greater the world could have been had they not been extinguished.

[@markparkinson6947]

You never know...

[@charleslee1879]

I'm crying now, as I have every time I've seen this for the past 40 years. Oh how I love Jimmy and Johnny... RIP to you both... I can never tell you how much I love you both.

[@cottoncandisandi6109]

This is a beautiful thing ... 💔💖💗 Our pets are extensions of ourselves . The psychology of losing a pet is unfathomable . Mr. Stewart , was one of the good ones. RIP Beau , Gloria and James 😘

[@tysonhawk5437]

As a dog owner, I'm wiping tears from my eyes right now.

[@hipocampelofantocame]

"He lived in my eyes, died in my lap, and is buried in my heart.", unknown author.

[@laurensullivan2436]

That's beautiful xo

[@laurensullivan2436]

Read the rest. You bad !!

[@GeoffreyBronson]

'unknown' it was Shakespeare you dunce.

[@poppyfield1619]

Oh wow that is beautiful

[@tb9489]

@Private Account asshole

[@gwenking7700]

Oh my I had never seen this before. What a wonderful poem by a wonderful man. Jimmy I hope you are still throwing that tennis ball to Beau in the great hereafter. RIP both of you

[@elizabethsmith7224]

He definitely is.

[@vibeofthee80s_]

@@elizabethsmith7224yes 😢

[@MatthewBMiller87]

my best friend Santana passed away this morning -- came straight to this -- thank you

[@billlozier5551]

I watch this the first time it aired. 😢..Johnny was so moved as we all are. Jimmy Stewart. What a beautiful man.

[@madfranmanr5751]

I've watched this video a number of times and each time I shed a tear. It serves as a reminder that a man has a best friend and that friend is to the end. Thank you Mr. Stewart!

[@DrVonChilla]

To hear this amazing man recite his ode to his beloved dog....it's absolute television MAGIC. I've watched this over & over and have sent it to all my friends.....and I pull my little Yorky (a rescue-dog) named Petey very close.... We should ALL have beautiful things like this in our lives EVERY DAY...!!

[@favre16]

All I can say is, "I've got tears running down both my eyes. So genuine and I've been there with man's best friend. Thanks for posting.

[@w.blueman7479]

I love you Jimmy Stewart.....I pray you're with beau now in heaven........I believe you are Sir.

[@Alteori]

Such a horrible pain that never ever leaves.

[@amandabalaguer9581]

I grew up on Carson, l remember this vividly and cried the whole time, it was beautiful

[@jimc6154]

This has to be one of the greatest moments in American television history. It was so unexpected...Yet it will never get old. GB Jimmy Stewart & Johnny Carson...Very SPECIAL!

[@kaylagrimm826]

This video reminds me what a gift Jimmy Stewart was. A terrific man with a beautiful heart. Brings me to tears.

[@thelastjohnwayne]

And we will always love a man named Jimmy Stewart.

[@MosaicRose99]

When he came to the part "and now he's dead" while his voice trembled, I melted. What an incredible soul.

[@dr.biscuits]

Every time I watch this...I a cry like a baby. Beautiful.

[@lovesfreedomtoo]

I just had to come & listen to Mr. Stewart read this again. Tomorrow is my birthday & it is also 3 years since my sweet boy Milo had a heart attack & passed away. He was born with a bad heart & I was told he would not live past the age of 5, but he did. He gave me 7 beautiful years of unconditional love & devotion. He died almost exactly a month after his newest brother, Sid, who had been abandoned to the streets died. One night I got out of my car to pump gas & Sid just climbed in. I don't know how long he lived on the streets, but I knew from that moment he would not die on them. He was so sick after that hard life. I had him 6 short months before the illness took him. They both died in my arms. There are times I think I see them run out of the woods after one of their adventures & then I realize, it is love's memory that makes me see that. I miss them so much. Mr. Stewart's poem says it all & the emotion in his voice expresses it.

[@sanctorial.]

Your comment made me shed hot tears. Rest in peace for your friends. I hope we will reunite them.

[@arymonem]

Now I'm sure he is heaven with Beau.

[@robertpetrie6847]

Ary M and gloria

[@susanmcgill7048]

Can't you picture them all out for their evening strolls now.

[@rosannekolberg]

so touching

[@dwh0221]

All Dogs Go to Heaven.

[@bufnyfan1]

@@dwh0221 Always believed that dogs live much shorter lives than humans because they learn to give unconditional love in a very short time--humans on the other hand need far more time and even then most often don't get it right or not at all

[@daniellescremin9553]

I had never seen this... Tears just cant stop falling... The best poem I have ever heard... Thank you Mr Stewart for having shared this piece of your heart ...and Beau's ...

[@peterenevoldsen7199]

Dogs are magic creatures, put on this earth to make us better people. When they leave it’s agony, but then a new chapter starts with a new puppy.

[@januszpawlus7302]

Dogs are the best medicine and the best friends. They help us go through tough times in live..

[@rokehdokey34]

Back in the day when going on a talk show meant something. When it wasn't just about plugging a movie, back in the day where people had something to say to each other. This. Is. Art.

[@bighands69]

+Kyle Rokeh He as a devout republican and that is the man in a nut shell. Even democrats back then were not loony liberals.

[@axelandstuefreed]

Yes he was but that was a different GOP back then. Today he'd be a democrat.

[@timsan55]

Yes, his war record needs more exposure and circulation and generally being broadcast. Such as his flying into combat zones while being ordered to avoid them. And his comment after his aircraft broke in two on landing " Someone could get hurt in one of these damn things"

[@gemstone5637]

Are you referring to the poem as art? I'm not sure from the comment. If you're referring to the 'back in the day' when people had something to say I guess you missed that. Life was different. People talked to each other. I don't know that life itself was better because life was often hard but generally I think people were better. There are still many good people in the world but percentage-wise perhaps just less of them today.

[@robmarchese]

Very well said. I completely agree. A very poignant and moving tribute from an iconic American actor.

[@alyssapham]

I listen to this whenever I miss my dog. It's been less than a week but I'm always thinking about him.

[@KatieGoesPlatinum]

I lost my beloved pug unexpectedly last week, and it's been devastating. He was almost 13 and very healthy still, so it was a shock. I remember watching this when it aired, and never forgot it. I can't tell you how many times I've watched it in the past week - it's comforting, even though it makes me cry. What a lovely tribute.

[@GarthWatkins-th3jt]

Hello, I just wanted you to know someone read your comment here, someone who cares. I've met a couple of pugs. One super cool black pug at a residence where my dad and I were installing ceramic tile. When I bent my knees and said go go go he would take off at a full sprint in a circle out in their yard. If I chased him he wouldn't let me catch up...they tend to have a little difficulty breathing the way they're face is shaped. That didn't slow him down one bit. It was pure joy bonding with the little pug with the huge heart all those years ago. I hope you are feeling better about losing your best friend. Kindest regards, GW.

[@lunastarr1925]

25.12.20....for the umpteenth time listening to this heartfelt poem.....and we need more pll like mr james stewart..... Animal loving man.....

[@Dukers2300]

Well this made me cry. Thanks.

[@guessmyname6210]

My Moosie would come into my room when I went to bed . He'd put his chin on the bed and I'd give him hugs and tell him he was the best dog in the world. Then he'd go to his spot to sleep. Soon after I lost him and had gone to bed I swear I felt him put his chin on my bed. God, how I miss him. He was my baby. It's been about 25 years.

[@tiamia7139]

Moosie came to say goodbye and to let you know that he never left you -- he's always there with you in spirit. 💞

[@beatleschick1000]

Same with one of my cats, the first one I had on my own & it’s been over 20 years now. But I was so wrecked with grief for days and the third night I woke up the morning and I had another cat and I felt her sitting on my chest sleeping on me like she sometimes did, and when I opened my eyes, I swear to God, it was Muffin, eyes was so bright green again, full face & So healthy, looking again like when she was young. I did not blink my eyes and stared into those sweet eyes for a good 10 seconds. I KNOW it was her, but when I blinked a couple times it was domino, my other kitty who I lost four years later. I loved him too, but I’ve never had one that I loved like muffin and I’ve had many before and after. Something about that experience gave me peace to feel I could get through without her because I was really having a hard time. They’re waiting for us and we will be with them again. Love and peace to all who are missing any beloved pet ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@ledon26656]

Not only one of the best actors of all history, a decorated war hero, a devoted husband and father (who also adopted 2 sons)...a beautiful poet with a giant heart of love and kindness for his dear old dog. God damn you Jimmy, I wish we could have met. Your spirit and life's work continues to move us all, forever and always.

[@tbl1966]

I have watched this many, many times and cry every time. He was such a wonderful actor and person. This poem is so touching. What a precious poem. What a precious man.

[@ddanelle4729]

Aside from being a great actor, Jimmy Stewart was a fantastic poet. And I dare say his poem "Beau" is definitely a classic in literary poetry. I've heard this poem a dozen times and I still get a tear in my eye hearing him recite it. Wonderful man with many talents.

[@glindathegoodishwitch9244]

This rips my heart out. RIP to these two tremendous talents. And to Beau as well. There was *nothing* Jimmy Stewart didn't to well. He was an outstanding comedic and serious actor as well. His array of characters stands out, as well as the movies themselves. One of the best in the industry. Ever. I can't imagine anyone not being brought to tears by this. Dog lover or not.