Saying Goodbye To The Miracle 8 | The Lion Whisperer

[@ericjohn8466]

The fact they fed in shifts to watch their food, the pure instinct and intelligence behind that alone amazes me!!!

[@alexhodgkinson618]

Amazing that the time has gone so fast...only feels like yesterday when these guys were all united for the first time following their horrible early ordeals. Thanks Kev to you and your team for the work that you do towards looking after these amazing animals well being and thanks also for providing us the opportunity to donate towards it. Best money I've spent over the past years thats for 100% certain 🙏

[@youtubmicpan]

Thanks for donating!

[@angelostsaousi9893]

Thank you to all the team who saved lives. You are all blessings in this world. We pray these cheetahs to stay alive and live long🙏💖💖💖

[@laurelmerrick6854]

Absolutely wonderful work and dedication to conservation of these beautiful animals ❤

[@Kristalmineralesnaturales]

I feel excited for what the how it's going to go.❤

[@RadiantOne10]

I’ve been watching the gang of 8 since they were rescued. It’s a miracle they survived thanks to Kevin and his team. May they continue to thrive in the wild. ❤

[@moa3810]

What a nail-biting episode. Let's hope they'll survive and thrive. Thanks to your efforts, Kevin.

[@sandrap3420]

I am so proud to have been part of the worldwide supporters of this project. Thank you to the whole sanctuary team for your dedication and hard work to raise these babies to adult hood. It's a bittersweet day but I hope they do well!💕

[@LokiLivewire]

I cried like a baby watching this. For Kevin & the team, they put so much love, energy & time in preparing these young cheetah. Must be a bit like watching your kids grow up & move out.

[@donnamealy4877]

A happy but bittersweet day. Thank you for doing everything for these cheetahs.

[@Lightwood_AF]

It's great to see them adjusting to the wild and looking so relaxed, and hopefully it all goes well in the coming weeks too. It's actually amazing to think that our contributions have helped these guys in even a small way! Well done to everyone involved❤

[@kathieh7012]

I totally agree!! Time sure has flown by but they're looking and doing incredibly well!! Thanks Kevin & everyone for all you do!!

[@LisaMarie-rh5yn]

Yes agreed! Very sentimental. Thank you for all the AMAZING care and commitment you've provided these animals to make this all possible. Happy to continue to be a part of it if only in a small way.

[@crimsongamer2337]

Can't believe time has gone by so fast. Seemed like yesterday those cub's were found, and now look at them. Let's pray the Miracle 8 do well out there in the wild. No doubt, I will miss seeing them, but I have faith they do just fine.

[@shelley-anneharrisberg7409]

Amazing release! So happy they made it through their first night :) A big thank you to all the team and a special shout out to Caroline who is quietly there in the background doing such amazing work!

[@angieruns288]

What an exciting moment for everyone including the cheetahs. May they stay safe and able to feed themselves. Thank you to all who are making their story a success and sharing with the world! I have to admit I got teary when they were separated. Keep us posted!

[@tellmemorethx]

Wasn't it just yesterday, they had their first kindergarten class? I swear it was. It's wonderful to see them doing so well. Kudos and thank you to Caroline for all her hard work and dedication, and thank you for letting us be a part of this amazing journey. Very much looking forward to their progress. It's been a privilege.

[@srikanthsidd9959]

I hope they survive well in the wild. 🥺🥺🤗🤗🐆🐆

[@LoneBrowncoat]

Feels like your own children leaving home for the first time, hope all 8 will succeed!

[@NghtMonster]

Congratulations Kevin and the team! This is your success story! You loved and cared and nurtured these cheetas like children and they've made it because of the dedication you've all put to make sure they live full healthy lives. Tremendous work and effort! Best of luck to the miracle 8!🙏🏻❤️‍🔥

[@kerriebrand5678]

I cant believe how quickly they have grown from the fluffy cubs to be old and strong enough to be released into a new life in the wild! I'm honoured that I played a small part in their journey so far. Thank you Kevin for all the care and work that you and all who work at the sanctuary have done for these precious animals. ❤❤❤❤🐆🐆🐆🐾🐾🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@kekedream]

I hope so long as they stick together they'll be alright. I love seeing all the dedication to these animals, props to everyone 🙏🏾

[@heartsgoing]

I'm sure that Kevin shed a tear, I mean, who wouldn't?! When my son went off to the world, I cried happy tears! And time has certainly gone by so quickly! It seems just yesterday, 8 tiny cheetah cubs came into our lives!I continue to pray and definitely watching each video to watch their progress! Thank you Kevin for your continued dedication to all of these magnificent creatures!

[@susanbockh5071]

Exciting...sad.. emotional.. Life.. beautiful.. crazy life... They are wild animals.. Thanks for giving them a chance.. Now nature and instincts take over.. As it should be.. ❤️

[@soidog659]

Thank you the Lion Whisperer. Africa needs more "wild life protectors" like you.

[@jeannenora6113]

I´m crying thinking of those babies now having to take care of themselves 😢💕

[@silverfox8598]

that first lion interaction was the most important for them sets it in their minds so happy they all got through that ok

[@cq9882]

I cannot believe how quickly this day has come. I am so humbled that I took up on Kevin’s offer to donate monthly to these Cheetahs critical need to care for and return them to the wild. Magnificent Animals who will be free to live their lives free. Thank You to Kevin’s and his team for the opportunity make right what happened. 🙀🐾💗🇦🇺 I, like others will worry for their safety, know they will be monitored. But “Freedom” is their Destiny. 🐾🙀🇦🇺

[@danielhostetler9493]

How surreal, it truly seems like just a few weeks ago they were just being introduced to each other. It’s such a bittersweet thing to witness. They’ve already overcome such tremendous challenges, praying for them all.

[@KimbaLoveAdams]

Im going to miss them! But its time. You guys have done such a great job preparing them.

[@manganese333]

May those beautiful cats live long and healthy lives! Amazing work, Kevin and Team!! 🎉❤

[@gwmattos]

😊 All life is a risk from birth to exit for all. 😮 Having worked with animal rescue we took nothing for granted.

[@viviennedearlove5426]

Your concern is almost tangible. Like sending your first born off to school🥰. What an amazing endeavor. Here's hoping that all goes well and that the Miracle 8 really do prove that miracles can happen. Well done all involved.🙏🙏🙏🥰🥰🥰

[@Nisie23]

So sad to see they go. Hope they'll be okay. Such precious creatures!"

[@rachelschwebach7566]

I feel like a mom watching my eight kids graduate by high school and going to university! They grew up so fast. What a privilege to be a part of this project. I would love to see more to these type rescues. Great job Caroline?😊

[@brendatravis7041]

My heart sank when you talked about a lion coming in to take their zebra, I was scared one of them might be killed. But so, so happy they all survived their first night. I can’t imagine how you all must have felt. Praying for their success in the wild.

[@mariewoodward9713]

I pray that the Miracle 8 continue to thrive. I can't believe that they are released. It seems like yesterday they came to you Kevin. You have done a excellent job with them. Praying that nothing but great things come their way🙏🐾🐆

[@mrcmaths4613]

Your emotional but you must be relieved to be returning them to their natural habitat.

[@AndrewSRapp]

Damn, time really flew with these Magnificent Eight. So satisfying to have another job fully accomplished. God's work!.

[@archiebunkers7881]

Indeed!🙌

[@naomitakimoto7295]

Awww !!! Finally our Miracle 8 has been released to the real wilderness of Africa! My heart has been beating fast, scared for them, but at the end of this story, I'm super happy and relieved to see them survived their very first night in wilderness including the lion encounter!!! Thank you Kevin, Carolyn, and everyone at your sanctuary 🙏 to looking after our beloved ❤️ Miracle 8 ❤️ I truly hope that they all are going to survive, learning quickly and adjusting cleverly and thriving 💙 ❤️ 💖 🙏 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@lizc4899]

Congrats Kevin and team. What a wonderful learning experience for all of us. God bless and keep the miracle 8 safe.

[@rachelsainitoprealtor]

MY heart is so heavy that the babies have left us. Kevin, if you ever see them again, please tell them that I love them and I'd die for them. may God give them a very long life, bellies always full, nothing to ever make them feel scared. Heavy heart I tell you!

[@gregedmand9939]

It's amazing to witness how instinct can teach these cats to hunt and avoid being hunted. Kevin and his team have done a great job sheltering the cubs, raising them and preparing them for the wild. Congratulations all of you!

[@brendatenorio5721]

Good they survived, hopefully they find food and stay safe.

[@zima5180]

You have to make miracle 8 hoodie or some kind charms. I am sure everyone who supported them will get one! I definitely will and everyone in our family. Thanks to you We were happy to participate in saving them. Now we need a little memory!

[@Ro.Mother-of-Pearl]

Proud Parent moments! Kevin, you and your team have done an amazing job raising the eight little miracles.

[@ChrisDority]

This is so great...So glad I was able to contribute to their release...They are so beautiful...it was a joy!!!

[@rachaelamundson4974]

I hope the cheetahs are still doing well they are my fav n I miss them.

[@Lu-mq5kf]

Thank you for everything you have done for the Miracle 8, Kevin Richardson, Kevin Richardson Foundation, Lion Whisperer TV team and supporters. These animals would now have a chance in living life in the wild. May they thrive and help in repopulating the cheetah numbers. 🎉❤️🐆

[@VickyDruce]

I cant Believe how fast the time has gone. Feels like yesterday they were tiny little babies, thank you Kevin and everyone for looking after them! ❤

[@dianebannister4591]

Go away you FAKE Kevin! 🙄

[@tonynagy2042]

🥰Seeing the rhino's brought tears to my eyes to be honest. Awesome Job Kevin, Thank you 🙏.

[@dianemackintosh6773]

Wow...the first realease... the precious Miracle 8 now back in the wild, such an exciting time for Kevin and his future vision for the sanctuary taking hold. Thankyou to Kevin, Caroline and the team for their dedicated care and glad they will be checking up on them daily for the next few weeks. 🙏🐾🧡💛

[@rachelsainitoprealtor]

Guys, need another video on these babies. How are they doing? Still hanging around the sanctuary? I would love to see a new video on these dorbies. Please post one soon. Thanks

[@lindsayhedges2838]

Catching up. This is the first project of hopefully many more in your conservation efforts. Congratulations to the entire team, and blessings to the Miracle 8 on their continued survival.

[@padmayogini5387]

Such a relief to see them surviving the first night out but this tranquility will not last long as every new sunset is gonna be a challenge for them and for Kevin for sure. it`s both exciting and sad to see their departure... i can imagine what Kevin might be going through😰

[@bethwolford3652]

Praying for these wonderful young animals! The world needs them! You and your team have done a wonderful job doing everything you could. And sighting the white Rhino with the baby! Great day!

[@michaelcourtney3888]

I can't believe this time has come already. I'm so happy to be involved as a supporter. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@lasmanchasdelleopardo4835]

So proud to be part of this!!! Amazing project and hopefully successful for all 🤞🤞🤞 💜💜💜

[@mnm25479]

So happy for you and your amazing team. What an accomplishment to care for and guide them back into their true habitat. Wishing and hoping they survive and thrive. And, you've given them the best chance to do just that. All the best little guys🐆🐆🐆🐆🐆🐆🐆🐆!

[@LCLW63]

While I am so glad they will be free, I'm sitting here just bawling my eyes out as if they were my own. I've been so invested in the Miracle 8 & so anxious for them to be free but now it's here and IDK...... am so worried for their safety. I can only imagine how you Kevin and all of the caregivers are feeling right now. Thank you again to all who saved them and worked so hard for this to come together. May they all survive & thrive till a ripe old age!💜

[@idek_man007]

I cannot believe this!! It’s absolutely amazing to hear… so glad I could be part of the magnificent 8 journey!! Thank you so much Kevin for giving them a chance! ❤❤❤

[@debbyangenni4616]

I AM SO HAPPY THEY SURVIVED THE FIRST NIGHT, AND HOPING THEY ALL STICK TOGETHER. AGAIN, BITTERSWEET 🥰😥

[@denversd9919]

Thank you so much for Caroline’s love dedication and sacrifices for those lovely and lucky cheetahs, please continue to love and support them and our viewers are going to help Caroline and the whole team as much as possible. Thank you again

[@sharonf106]

Such a bittersweet occasion. May they be successful in their hunting and remain safe from other predators. Congratulations, to the team for such a wonderful outcome with these precious things. You all did such an amazing job helping them reach this point of their lives. May God protect them now.

[@llove8283]

I hope Caroline is doing ok. She must have had a sleepless night. Even though you all knew they were going eventually it is so hard not to become attached.

[@karencalicutt6982]

How Sweet , from little afro's to teenager's to the wild you are a very Kind man whisperer.God bless the Lion King

[@lotusblufire9421]

In appreciation for your Divinity, and all you do for Divine Nature; NeferKa💙🔥🕊️

[@judithcampbell1705]

Congratulations Kevin for the release of the Miracle 8 . I hope they all survive and thrive. And make more little cheetah. Thank you for the wonderful work you do, both in rescuing the animals and educating us humans.

[@Siamesebutter]

I can imagine "saying goodbye" to these babies will be so emotional. I am so grateful that I could play a very small part in eir survival and really hope they all thrive and survive in their larger habitat xxx

[@archiebunkers7881]

Well done everyone involved in this. Absolutely amazing work. Hope the young ones do well!

[@louisserfontein7973]

We were lucky enough to meet them today. They are such Beautiful Cats. We also heard that they caught a Wildebeest last weekend. So glad to see that they are all still doing well.

[@karentracey8562]

Love this guy he is wonderful with animals 🥰

[@mimzyc9949]

Amazing what you all have done. The cheetahs have been given a chance to survive. Now it’s up to their instincts to survive and thrive further. I’m sure there will be obstacles ahead and the possibility that not all will make it. I look forward to updates and wish all the best to you and your crew.

[@heidibaltom8138]

I cant believe its time already, I have been donating since there was 5 of them. so to see 8 cheetas being released is amazing. I just hope they stay running away from the big boys. Im so proud and i hope and hope that they do well and start families of their own once they have settled into wild life.

[@natnoonoo9290]

Very Bitter Sweet Kevin 😪♥️ Watching from them as babies to now and their release was beautiful but a touch sad. I hope they all do well and live long ,healthy lives.

[@janetharned4343]

Absolutely gorgeous Cheetas. Safe journey and hunting every day, beautiful cats, and stay safe wherever you may roam...

[@mindyrolston3915]

This is the day I've been waiting for I'm happy and I'm sad😥. I want them to live the life they remain to have. It's gonna be heartbreaking we will lose some of them. This is the greatest gift you could give any wild animal they are not meant to live in cages they're meant to be free. So to our precious 8 run be free you will always be a part of my heart❤️❤️

[@cq9882]

Your comments resonate so strongly. 😊

[@Perleyful]

So proud I was part, in a small way and from far away, of this incredible adventure ! Thank you Kevin for inviting us to help out, thank you for keeping us posted, and giving these amazing babies a second chance in life ! Lets hope now Mother Nature won't be too rough on them, they deserve long lives of freedom, and their future broods are badly needed ! Oh, and it would be nice to have a t-shirt or two with their faces on it (there is one, I know, but I would like to have a picture with all of them...sorry, I'm fussy).

[@melindaray105]

AH, well done, everyone! I know it must be SO hard to step back and let these beautiful creatures go and yet exciting at the same time. I am praying for their natural instincts to kick in and become ever more acute! I hope they can stay together as I think that will be so much more safe for them. What is the normal size of a cheetah pride or family group? Are they likely to have other cheetah approach them, or would that be a territorial conflict? This is going to be fascinating to follow. Godspeed the Miracle 8, as they live the lives they were born to live!

[@Ayesha18731]

This was definitely a emotional moment in time to watch, Thank you Kevin for sharing their journey with us all. I couldnt possibly imagine the emotions the whole team was feeling when the gate initially opened and all the emotions that have been felt simce. But I have a strong feeling that with all the Love & guidance that the whole team has tirelessly put in to these amazing animals, The Brilliant, The beautiful & The wonderful Miracle 8 will continue to surprise us all with their strength in the Wild. Sending so much love to the wholle team ❤️

[@aharrod2303]

Wonderful achievement for the miracle 8. I hope they all do very well out in the wild ❤

[@coppertopjohnson9782]

I cannot believe that their release is here already. It has been a pleasure supporting your efforts in their future. Guessing that we will continue to get updates in the newsletter. Thanks for sharing. 🐾

[@elliesummer5249]

our baby cheetahs grew up🥰❤️🙌 They’re gonna do great…

[@unwindreactions6223]

Happy sad moment! Like many others said, bittersweet, but so wonderful and so much that happened. Hoping they will survive and do well, at least you know you and your team have done all you could to give them the best chances. Glad they survived the first night 🤗

[@superfly19751]

It’s so hard to let go of your babies knowing they are very vulnerable. Good luck and all the love to the miracle 8

[@gerlindeschneider7519]

The cheetahs cubs are so very cute. The Mothers are beautiful . Thank you for this wonderful Video.🤩😘😻😻😻❤‍🩹❤❤‍🩹

[@tcwd3760]

How exciting! So hope they're safe! Thanks for allowing us to watch them with the carcass and for whomever donated it. God bless

[@Dienohmite]

Cheetahs are my all time favourite big cats! It’s so incredible to see!

[@jenniferwood8944]

Thank you Kevin, this must have been heart-rending for you, even the miracles thank you!

[@ambergallen4144]

These babies are gorgeous, i feel so blessed even witnessing their lives up to this point. I so hope they flourish. I will miss them. I know there will be updates. Run free babies. Also upon rewatching this i just noticed their new collars had cheetah spots too. Such a fashion statement. Nice touch.

[@canadianroxy]

You've all done amazing work getting them ready for the "real" world. I'm glad their instincts kicked in when the lion was around. Look forward to an update on them. Our babies are all grown up 🖤🖤🖤

[@laurapochettino1681]

I'm so glad that the cheetahs could be released into the wild and survived the first night and hope they're going to stay close to one another and help each other to live this new chapter of their lives successfully! Sending them much love. ❤ Thank you Kevin and Team for monitoring them! Hope to hear more good news soon. 😃

[@zuzellogan5613]

It is amazing how time flies watching these gorgeous cheetahs being so grown up. They look amazingly healthy. “The Miracle 8” are an absolute beauty, all of them. THANK YOU Kevin and all your staff for taking great care of these cheetahs, and for your dedication to saving all animals as well as for keeping an eye on these creatures in the future . Only an Angel and a great humanitarian like YOU could have done it and still do it. Your love and dedication to the animal kingdom is impressive, and you have my utmost respect for that. A job well done, Kevin, very well done. I applaud you. 👏👏👏👏👏👌👌👌👍👍👍🙌🙌♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@The-ii5mj]

You've done a good thing Mr.Richardson❗ Y'all should be very proud. Re-wilding is nvr a sure thing. Cheetahs have it harder than the other Big 5. U just have to trust u gave them the right tools & a 🙏 won't hurt🐾💞. I'll be saying a special 🙏 for the Miracle 8 myself; May they run fast, stay alert & thrive❗🐾🌼🌿

[@JocelynLanoy]

Congratulations Kevin and to the whole team. So happy to hear that they were all ok after their first encounter with the lion.

[@chrisbgifford7387]

A nervous but happy parents. Hoping for the best. thanks for everything.

[@catherinefrye7269]

I was on the edge, hoping that the cheetahs would pass their test in the wild. Kevin I know just how you felt! They are like your children. Thanks for sharing and I enjoyed watching this video. 🤗❤

[@TayCyGaming]

So sad but so happy at the same time for the miracle 8. It was nice to see them grow and its even nicer to get to see them get to be wild! Cant wait for an update on how they are doing! Great job Kevin to you and your entire crew! You guys do great things ever day! Thank you!

[@bradbarnett5464]

'Time to be wild' Kinda reminds me of the 'Born Free' movie I watched as a kid, with tears at the ending. Great work gang. 💛🖤

[@Africa-ky1bg]

🐾🐾 Kev ~ Your Joy Is Contageous ! Hope the Miracle 8 continue to do well & thrive in the wild. Proud Papa.

[@mariahidalgo300]

Wishing all the best to those beautiful 8 miracles.

[@brendatenorio5721]

The Miracle 8 story is heartwarming and at this stage, nail-biting because concerned for their future.

[@glenrosesison935]

❤️ happy video 🤩 praying 🙏🙏🙏 they survives the wild ❤️ congrats Kev and thanks to mama Caroline ❤️🤩😘

[@CharronMcLeod]

I am happy to have been a contributer to this project. Congratulations to all involved to rewild the eight. I hope they all will survive to reproduce.

[@SCOOPER3896]

Another brilliant vid Kev that shows the tremendous work you and everyone at the sanctuary have done in developing and preparing the miracle 8 for their release. Congrats to you all. ❤️

[@Garian9]

Imagine if the 8 of them all stick together. If they put in the teamwork, each hunt could be close to 100% successful. Good luck Miracle 8.