Richard ran away from home at 13. He has been sleeping rough off and on ever since.

Richard ran away from home at 13. He has been sleeping rough off and on ever since. This time for over a year! The night I first met Richard it was raining hard in London. The good news is he is on a waiting list for a hostel. As it is in the U.S., having a pet limits support services, so the delay is waiting for a pet-friendly facility.
Richard has lived a hard life but he makes it clear he doesn't want an sympathy. He knows there are others worse off than him. Richard tries to stay grateful in life!
I really like Richard. Over the last week I have spent a few moments talking to him. I really hope Richard and his dog Britney find a place to call home soon.
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[@Slarti]

I actually cried when he said that there are people worse off than him - my goodness what an empathetic man.

[@raffelefloyd3949]

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[@lucabrasi3964]

Lol

[@Nantosuelta]

This was filmed at least 7 years ago. I really hope he got what he wanted and is in a better situation now

[@deliabraun4418]

2012

[@abbygirl1993]

He could have voice over jobs! I’d listen to him speak all day.

[@stacitaylor1064]

Stacy White totally...

[@justiceforall007]

I know this man is sharing about being homeless but his positivity is so heartwarming! ❤

[@Packet_vr7399]

What beautiful loving eyes and smiley warm face bless him. I truly hope he is alright xx

[@AndreasW-p4r]

I wish him and the doggie a better life

[@keepitsimple4629]

What a sweet, sweet man! He's so humble. I'm sorry he had crappy parents he couldn't turn to. Some people should never be parents. I sure hope things got better for him in all these years.

[@mwizzie9346]

He has a heart of the Father.

[@smileyface8832]

Wow... this homeless man doesn't want anyone feeling sorry him, but he feels sad for others that are less fortunate than he is...

[@beelarehman5992]

Very articulate. Who knows what he would have done had he had proper parents.

[@elainebmack]

I like Richard. I think he will make it.

[@spcsh1936]

"I live in a wealthy western country" this guy is tough, I like him

[@carolinechouings6515]

So does he??

[@carolinechouings6515]

Oh right he said that ,fair enough,a lot of roughs lepers get used to the freedom and community and never stay in a flat.i know several and have been there,he is very well spoken and shame on his father.He will be ok,I think I hope so.

[@belindahopkins-leigh9193]

Your childhood can drag you down your whole life without the proper help. I hope you get sorted

[@cw9664]

What a classy, sophisticated voice

[@swimbait1]

A smart man and he’s spot on with his comments. I hope he finds happiness.

[@WhosThatPokemon2024]

These people are tough... ran away from foster or biological family is a tough situation.. respect

[@isabellacullin4884]

What a gorgeous dog ❤

[@aquamarie9346]

what a lovely man and a lovely lovely dog. look at that boi.

[@aquamarie9346]

i love his accent btw.

[@TallSilentGuy]

She's a girl!

[@dancalestini9850]

This guy was a pleasure to listen to I wish I could help him and his dog I would like to think his dog is not starving occasionally when I see homeless guys with dogs I will buy some dog food and give the guy 5 bucks to buy himself some food and let him know make sure you feed your dog

[@trinajames7222]

Richard, you're a lovely chap. You really have a great heart, I hope you're inside now (it's 2018, I sure hope you are!) and doing great! God Bless You Mark, Richard and anyone who is going through this. Peace.

[@rainy.d7404]

I ❤ how he said 'I'm not making excuses but things like that stick with ya'.. He is very humble about the trauma he endured as a child yet he does not blame others for the bad choices he made. The sad truth is he may not be homeless if he had had better opportunities and more support as a child. I get such a nice vibe from him..he is a kind soul.

[@sambarnes3887]

What a wonderful man ❤️❤️ I hope he’s ok now with a beautiful house ❤️ he deserves only the best now ❤️

[@trailshade7590]

That smile and sparkle in his eyes. God bless him and Brittany.

[@checkyourhead76]

Lovely guy hope things are better for him now. Much more in touch with the world and more empathy than most muppets with money!

[@Galanty123]

God bless you man. Hope you're happy, you wished for, and healthy. Sending much love.

[@Coyote006]

His dog is really Cute! =D

[@stacitaylor1064]

yo yo and a very good one...

[@SAJEDMUNIR]

Richard spoke the truth their is always some one worse off than you, so look to those people and that will make you humble and grateful to Allah.

[@iTsEfFiNsTePhh]

omg i love this guy, such a kind old soul. this was uploaded back in 2012 i wonder how him & his beautiful dogggy are doing now. i'd love an update on him. 💚

[@jennimontalvan]

I as well would like to know an update.

[@MeezerGurlMakes]

What a lovely man. I don't have parents to turn to either. I wish I had that but sometimes it's healthier and safer to step out on your own.

[@Jaro_fmana]

never forget how much your mom loves you. if she doesnt, be strong and be sure about you being the best parent ever. Transform bad situations in opportunities or lessons.

[@arniemali]

Sometimes having no family can make you more ambitious and self reliant

[@stacitaylor1064]

meezergurl for sure...

[@lynettewatson2153]

@Destiny tran this is true

[@lonia.5283]

God Bless Him and his Dog🌷❤️such a good man.

[@branislavkovac5197]

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[@branislavkovac5197]

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[@Capgungoesbang]

He says a couple of times that he isn't looking for sympathy and I completely believe him. He is just trying to get the point of his situation across, he really had no one to help and guide him as a child. It really isn't his fault that he ended up on the streets. Richard also brings up a great point that I think about a lot which is that there is really no reason so many people should be starving. There is more than enough to go around but priorities are elsewhere.

[@chefmesser420]

Its sad but every man is capable of work regardless of direction. You either strive for that better life or you don't. People in Mexico grow up uneducated, and in horrid conditions. They still know the only way for that better life is too work your ass off. He was an addict, that is the main root of homelessness. It's sad but unfortunately the world is dog eat dog now. Nobody helps anyone so people are very protective of what thry break their backs for. Why should I have to work 12 hours a day when there are 30 year olds living off of section 8, and food stamps. Because I have self respect and disipline. If you don't work, you dont eat. 6 months ago I had 25 staples in my stomach, 2 knee surgeries from a fatal car accident. I still get up everday and work on my feet as a self taught sous chef. Started as a bus boy when I was 16. Your life is what YOU make of it.

[@rata644]

Matt Messer I'm Mexican and I feel offended, why do you think most of us grew up uneducated? Wtf

[@KL_Stereo]

irony at its finest - talking out of his ass about someone else being uneducated

[@paintedlady82]

You don't understand homeless don't have ID card and nowhere to have it sent. They have to be sent to an address. Need one to apply for job, food stamps, bus ticket to get to job, ect. If you don't know ... Don't criticize. You don't realize how far they sometimes have to walk to wash up, get to food pantries, pick up their bedding very early morning or be arrested as vagrant. If you think it's easy, you haven't a clue. 😪

[@aleeymeow]

what a wonderful man, and I adore his accent - I could listen to him talk all day.

[@joannaazar7396]

Richard seems like such a good guy. Being homeless is so exhausting and can be depressing. Hopefully he found housing. Great interview ❤

[@joannaazar7396]

Having a dog is definitely the best!!

[@mariaserrano1709]

This guy is great person.😊😊

[@KristinaRaqs]

Thank you for sharing. Richard is such a beautiful person.

[@tonystraightedgevegan4747]

What a nice guy, best wishes to him.xxx

[@jarjarbinx71]

He holds on to hope! As us guys who dont get guidance from a young age! He is absolutly spot on! It damages you mentally! Everyday for the rest of your days! & as I say it we see the world so differently true survivors! X be safe Richard & cute friend 🤞♥️x

[@chloehouse4587]

That is so sad what is saying about people that got more problems than his I got he is going well for himself and his dog x

[@ayou4525]

Your doing a great job man just by talking to a homeless your making there day i know you help them out more your a hero man

[@befana001]

Thank you so much for sharing! 😌

[@elizabethwilton5372]

Take care both of you xx

[@meemee8041]

Bless him. He just wants to join in. Peace and love guys

[@potatochalbro]

I really like these short documentaries. Thank you so much for making them. And good luck to Richard, I really hope he and his dog will find a home soon.

[@ervaneron2489]

He's a good guy I can feel it, may god bless you ❤️

[@cjwest1853]

He is So Sweet TAKES time to Care About Others before himself Reminds me of someone who is no longer Homeless You MARK and MANDA too I Love ALL of Y'ALL'S So Much HUGS You Always Make me Smile and CRY CJ from Texas 💔➕✋🐼

[@sarahdixon2985]

He is very appealing. I really wish him all the best, sound like he has had a horrendous start.

[@georgejetson8871]

God bless you 🙏🙏

[@rachelmarsh7291]

Aww rich your heart is golden...hope you get to see it on you tube mate ..love you!

[@tonyn9858]

i hope you are still alright Richard tony Leics UK

[@melatimelati1313]

Beautiful 🐕

[@julplwgolden2620]

im.so sorry to hear that God Bless The Homeless with Homes

[@wachalookingfour]

i like to watch this videos and remind myself that there are people out there who try to keep it positive when they are at there worst. We all are born for a reason. This videos are giving the homeless people that reason to have been born. Thank you so much

[@ivandrago3621]

Hope we get an updat, this guy seems like a good man

[@ellis3536]

What a sweet soul

[@veganc5028]

I feel sad for the animals who have to endure this life as well

[@cw9664]

Me too, but they can be a great comfort

[@charlottebruce979]

He says he's not looking for sympathy, well whats wrong with looking for sympathy, he's had a horrible time when he should have had loving parents. He deserves happiness and loving people around him.

[@michelepiteo7179]

super-duper cool. that psychedelic fringe crowd are his family those earth mothers are the best therapists.

[@How.Dare.You.]

Sweet doggie

[@EllentJ93]

This is so awesome to see all these people and hear their stories. Richard is such a nice man! But do you give them food or drinks or anything after filming?

[@weeannie495]

Heartbreaking

[@sayermuhtaronbasi5047]

I impress how he sow relax

[@insertnamehere5399]

This guy seems sweet and full of life, glad he has his buddy Brittany 😊 🐕

[@buffalophil3630]

I hope you make it my uk bruv

[@morganlemons1694]

Aw a guy and his dog :)

[@stacitaylor1064]

Morgan Lemons heartbreaking 💔

[@chicagolandable]

Always be proud of your cockney accent Richard...

[@rodneyschells9652]

I think around the world they really need to do something about the homeless problem you know it's heartbreaking and I don't know about nobody else but it hurts my heart to see people like this I don't understand why they can't do anything about it that's the government's waste a lot of money on stuff that could be helping the homeless you got to clean your own house first before you try to clean somebody else's

[@TheMasterblaster32]

RODNEY SCHELLS they can do something but they choose not to by design.

[@dondubray1439]

I like watching these videos two lol i keep tryin to have faith in mankind

[@lenorejustine8522]

Jesus keep Richard safe and bless his life with the Blood Of Jesus put your hand on his life.

[@lalsiamar.5762]

Its been 8years now n I hope he in better place now😊. But sad! The dog will be dead by now😣.

[@thevintagepoet]

Nice dog

[@ste.b.7400]

2021 now, any update bout this man here ? He's so genuine and nice, life shouldn't be so unfair

[@iamchannelll]

If you don’t let it go and heal it will stick with you

[@leemcmullan]

Do voice over.. you can make money.. love your awesome accent.

[@CYV214]

🙏

[@nameddduser9678]

(Everyone should be able to have their shelter to find the peace of mind eventually but...) He needed to be supported by some organizations while being educated with an appropriate shelter . He didn't talk that much about his situation saying that he has to run away . But he seemed to have been on the street without any kind of support, as he said he had to beg for living. There seems to be lack of system for the people in trouble.

[@aminanor8133]

2024 how ya doing Richard?

[@newagecafe9352]

I was wondering that myself.

[@tonyn9858]

hope you are ok mate tone uk

[@ChipZilla69]

What happens in your childhood stays with you it's true. I never knew my father and I'm 42 now and successful with a good job and carrier even though I left school with no qualifications. Even now though I still have nightmares involving my mother and she is always the villain in my dreams. My mother stole my hope for a normal life and tried to replace it with fake hope (extreme religion). When I was six I was told the world would come to an end before I made it to senior school, it's all these years later and my mother hasn't got that many years left and she's still spouting nonsense.

[@chicagolandable]

If there really are people worse off than this man...it can't be by much....

[@clayfromplanetearth3509]

aphrodisiac charlie we have no idea

[@joyceben5843]

GOD please help him get a place

[@davide724]

Good to see he has a furry friend.

[@MountainClimber247]

Am I the only one marathoning these?

[@MsSharon28]

As an update, Rich is now paralysed from the neck down due to cysts on his spine - he is now on his own in a residential place with noone to care for him. I have knoiwn Rich for over 20 years and he looks after his dogs so well.

[@jennimontalvan]

big toe this breaks my heart :( There must be a go fund me page for him. So that he could have the funds for proper care at an assistant living.

[@MsSharon28]

life is a bbbbbbbbbbbbb

[@teresachadwell465]

If he is paralyzed how could he do anything for himself or his pets. Are you saying he just barely does this?

[@grmpEqweer]

Oh jeez. I would have thought they'd provide a home health aide.

[@viciouslady1340]

dang that is really sad I was really hoping for a happy ending on this one

[@cynthiadaw131]

He reminds me of Ronnie woods of the stones.

[@rachelmarsh7291]

Hi rich!..love Rachel!!xx

[@justme2086]

I’ve been binge watching this channel and what strikes me is the amount of people that end up homeless after running away from home due to domestic violence. I mean this seems to be such a common phenomenon. And another thing that strikes me is that many of these people do have a family but do not seek help from them. Which seems very strange to me, especially in the cases where there is no case of violence or drug addiction etc.

[@vanessaherber7799]

Even the homeless guys there sound aristocratic with the accent. Here everything is ghetto

[@rick182z]

what a American comment.... I'm English and he's not well spoken at all

[@kittalopez6446]

rick182 he sounds beaautiful to us.

[@angelsbite5898]

He sounds so intellectual !

[@WhosThatPokemon2024]

High class accent

[@Chameleonardodavinci]

"Aristocratic"... So stupid. So americentric. He has a _lower_-class accent. It's not all Buckingham palace in the UK you know.

[@lbl9497]

I feel the dog looks happy because he's off drugs

[@richmann2264]

I didn’t know you go international. Please, go to Alaska if you can. That is probably THE most dangerous place for the homeless in America! Not only the weather but the lack of access to the rest of America and its resources - friends, family, institutions, land, money, etc...

[@mangafq8]

He's sleeping rough I think because he's not educated without any kind of goals or dreams of joining society. God bless him.🙏🙏🙏 So how does he look after his neighbor and the community?

[@harryleighton7500]

He doesn’t , because that decent , working class world with its sense of community doesn’t exist anymore in the UK . The people that made money moved away , and those left behind , to be fair , a little bit resentful , don’t recognise their neighbours anymore , and literally don’t speak the same language..

[@yungstreetz2573]

💜🙏🏾

[@damienmorrison7226]

God bless xx

[@rajenderrajender1360]

Government or ngo s must built more temporary shelters

[@marboni1579]

i think some people actually don't wanna leave the streets , i don't know why... well, take a look at this man, if he ever wanted to leave the street and find a roof to put himself in , i have no doubt that he had already found it. but i can't judge him, each one of us knows about their choises in life.

[@christinebuckingham7334]

marboni He is waiting for shelter that allows Brittany can live with him. He's a good man who wouldn't give up on his best friend, his dog.

[@marboni1579]

yes Christine, in our whole lives the best friend that we can whenever find is a dog...don't forget it...

[@82vitt]

Lots of roughsleepers in UK have dogs. It is for self-defence against scrubs, yobs and other individuals who trouble these poor people.

[@TheMasterblaster32]

ole gunar exactly they become a target for people having a crackin night out with a nice wage packet just so they feel a lot better before heading back to work come monday.

[@WhatsUpWithSheila]

@ Marboni...I agree

[@dariotowers3897]

took him 50 years to realize drugs fuck people up

[@mwizzie9346]

Dont feel bad about panhandling its good for people to share their money.

[@patski7105]

Would be cool to see one in toronto

[@rick182z]

He'd have his work cut out

[@m.j.9627]

Are they ALL coached to say "world peace"?

[@Dorra3]

You don‘t have to be coached to say it because if you ever end up on streets you just have to see some things for „world peace“ to come out directly from your mouth.

[@befana001]

👍 LIKE

[@susansparanormalpennsylvan81]

i dont understand why they dont offer free rooms and people share a kitchen and bathrooms for homeless