Soldier Surprises Dad Live on 'Good Morning America': West Point's Cameron Goins Reunites with Dad

Stars of new OWN series Yolanda and Morris Goins reunite with their son Cameron.
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[@KamulusGodofWar]

I served under COL Goins from 2005-2009 and deployed to Iraq with him for 15 months. I have never had a commander who cared more about his Soldiers and I've never seen anyone hurt so much as he did when we lost our comrades. I can still picture in my mind COL Goins in tears as we loaded the bodies of fallen Soldiers onto helicopters to send them on their final ride home and so filled with grief that he couldn't even speak to address his battalion. I will always have the utmost respect and admiration for that man.

[@lexcabguy2004]

He was my XO in Korea in 1988/89. 1Lt Goins way back then.

[@poopieback]

KamulusGodofWar 🇺🇸

[@user-fx7ce8xc1d]

Blog it on reddit maybe someone will care

[@marktaylor3390]

@@user-fx7ce8xc1d maybe don't be a bitch

[@tisharose7630]

KamulusGodofWar Thanks for sharing!

[@getemgirlz100]

I love how the father embraces his son homecoming. he holds his hands like he is a baby. I love it.

[@asianlover3619]

yes so true..wish all fathers were like this to their sons and children

[@YONCE8701]

Right!!

[@RutabegaNG]

Beautiful reaction from the Colonel. Real men aren't afraid to show love.

[@jamesdick2580]

damn right! agreed 1000%

[@samjackson1885]

That's a good looking American military family. .. nuff said

[@tommoclement]

May they stay safe.

[@studapeppahead5384]

@@tommoclement and God Bless 'em!!!!!

[@rosharma7443]

God Bless people like this

[@dr.shaolin9397]

I love how the father instantly knew right when the lady said we have a surprise for you

[@wickedeststeve]

Master Eman yep, fake as it comes. Like all really TV BS

[@fishfood7322]

+BEER MONSTER doesn't change the fact that they are all serving our country.

[@countseppuku1775]

Well if you look at his eyes you can see he notices his son start to walk in.

[@brianharley1334]

@@wickedeststeve you must be fun at parties

[@themocaw]

If you watch, even before she says that, he looks over her shoulder and his jaw drops: his son must have just walked in.

[@mallarysangel]

Colonel Goins has a poise and demeanor about him that is very manly. He seems like he knows what matters in life. I could easily believe he has seen a lot, stands up strong in battle, yet remains compassionate; probably particular for his fallen comrades. I do not know why I think that just by observing him and his body language, but he displays certain qualities that I would like to have. He displays qualities I wish all men had.

[@mariankephillips4601]

I agree! My husband served under him during the deployment that he just came home from in this video. Colonel Goins teared up during on of the deployment ceremonies. He truly cares for his soldiers, those he has lost, and their families.

[@Ethica]

Marianke Phillips I can attest to that. I served under him when he was with 1-12 CAV at fort hood. Best officer I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.

[@jsalmon319229]

That's the sweetest thing to hear someone say about our military, haven't heard anything like it in a long time. God bless

[@joelopez6702]

mallarysangel All who serve deserve merit and recognition for their service, and no offense is intended towards anyone...having said that... The Colonel, is an airborne infantry soldier...not a personnel clerk. Colonel, Sergeant, Captain, Corporal...doesn't matter...an Airborne Infantry Soldier, by the very nature of what they do and how they do it...jump out of an airplane into the heat of battle...will exhibit a certain demeanor that's characterized by another "colonel" (aka Jack Nicholson/A Few Good Men)...We use words like "honor", "code", "loyalty". We use these words as the backbone of a life spent defending something. That's what you will usually see in an Airborne Infantry Soldier. GOD BLESS! ......Army Vet ('Nam)

[@joesoap81]

Yeah your totally right something about him in that short clip says his moral compass is bang on target not to mention he's a beast physically the size of his damn hands Wow.

[@joejoseph3078]

Wow, what a wonderfully well spoken woman. She is articulate, thoughtful, intelligent, and I think this might be a reality show I might consider watching. What a beautiful woman.

[@fellaent]

Joe Joseph Are you surprised?

[@lennyp4782]

@@fellaent I'll give it to you, it did sound a bit condescending. It also sounded( as I read it out loud) as if the fact that she's a black woman influenced his opinion of her. But why does it surprise you that there are those that think that way?🤔🤔🤔🤔. Looking for a fight? I'm glad he was smart enough not to give you one. It couldn't be me. 😉😉😉😊😊😊😒😒😒

[@lennyp4782]

@@leskipbayless3280 and you clearly are the troll type looking to get into it with someone because your puny existence is empty and sad. Read above of how I feel about trolls like you. 👹👹👹👹😉😉😉😂😂😂

[@lennyp4782]

@@joselplascencia7795 but you are. To think that people from the ghetto can't rise above their circumstances and become functioning, contributing , law abiding intellectual beings hint that you have or are living their and have amounted to just a sad troll on you tube👹👹👹✌️✌️✌️👍👍👍😉😉😉😒😒😒🤢🤢🤢🤕🤕🤕

[@lennyp4782]

Anyone else want to downplay the roles these people played or are playing in our community?😒😒😒🤔🤔🤔

[@txpsfn]

I love the fact they still hold their sons hand))) What a great family bond they must have!)) God bless!!

[@johnv0106]

That is a really good looking family. The parents should be so proud for raising a MAN.

[@use828]

johnv0106 Exactly 👏👏👏

[@mariankephillips4601]

This used to be our former Brigade Commander. Amazing couple! I had the honor of meeting her. And I admire the love he has for all the soldiers and their families that serve under him! He truly cared!

[@orgeebaharvin8892]

As an adult, his parents are still holding his hands.

[@carlhicksjr8401]

A good marriage is made up of the little stuff.

[@tamberello1966]

I tell you what. This family brought a tear to my eye.

[@tyson9583]

Katrinka San Francisco Bay Area that’s weird

[@IanPhillipsUSA]

Dang he is pretty high ranking too. Happy to see this

[@lovalarolland6316]

They are appreciated because they are saving in American army. But their black hasn't changed. My question is who is America defending? Oil, gas, gold or what?

[@voss522]

@@lovalarolland6316 what did you even say lol speak English

[@MrNhojstrebor]

@@lovalarolland6316 The rich and powerful global 1% that owns and control the Oil, Gas Gold and people.

[@kandygurl1310]

There's a lot of black men and women in high ranks, it's just never said through the news!

[@jimsmith6599]

Lovala Rolland military members serve...only to serve. We go where told; do what told; do so to legal/moral standards. We serve when politicians fail their mission. Regardless personal/political opinions. You are welcome...even if you don’t wish it.

[@fergiesfeed3680]

58 year old and still can't hide my emotions when I see stories like this.

[@richiecash5757]

Never had a father who cared for me like this but I know I love my son more than life itself, great video....

[@drterrible8069]

I‘m so sorry, to hear that. I wish you and your family only the best in life. Cheers and greetings from Germany, my friend.

[@dasalekhya]

This Lady should run for *public office* --- she would win _hands down_

[@ryanhamlin6177]

Goins was my company commander in 2/15 way back in '94. Hooah.

[@testviewable]

Thank you for your service.

[@MrBuckaroo2014]

Thank you for your service to our nation, sir!

[@dornemason4134]

💓 .. im from new Zealand and I'd like to thank you for your service

[@rjjoe1317]

Thank You For Your Service Sir Hooaahh

[@stonedpeon932]

Ty

[@sigmiami]

beautiful family, God bless you

[@savior8017]

I hate when people say god bless you why not god bless all the ones going through the same thing :)

[@sigmiami]

+Mega Savior because the conversation is specific to the person troll.

[@AlphaWolf789]

whenever i meet a soldier or meet a veteran i immediately shake his hand and thank them

[@zachconant7031]

Honestly who in the hell do u think u are? If you were in the us military and we sent u overseas you would shit your pants and cry to your mommy for your little safe space.

[@johnbroadbelt]

sigmiami , that's a pretty full on statement , why do you say that with such malice ?

[@tonto403]

Big strong military man with 4 tours of duty and still sheds a tear when he see's his son . They are truly human AND hero's .

[@notoriousjustin9657]

Behind every strong man, is an even stronger woman. Semper Fi.

[@henretruter]

one two because they go to bed at night not knowing if their husbands or children is ever going to see them again, they are the people who sacrifice as much as the men and woman who serve do. It's an absolute disgrace that you called them such horrific things. They leave their families to give the freedom to the other families of the people of their country. You have never been in their situation so who are you to judge them, have you ever put on that uniform and got shot at day in and day out, have you ever went to bed not knowing if your husband/wife is going to return. No, so don't judge them.

[@lulumaryyy]

The way loving way his father address his son it’s so precious. This is just a beautiful family🥰

[@deemariedubois4916]

Oh dammit...I'm just bawling. Thank you to the father for your service and thank you to the son for his dedication to our nation. My biggest admiration is for the wife and mom for her sacrifices. My mom was a military mother. When my dad was in Vietnam she as home with FOUR TEENAGERS. Dad and mom did thirty years in the military. Yes they BOTH SERVED, her at home and dad where his orders took him. So proud of them both.

[@LambeauLeeeper]

West Point. Well done mom and dad. From a Navy Spouse.. 26 years..

[@tacticalofficer121]

I love how his dad just wants to look him up and down. That's a proud fricken pappa.

[@patatakap]

Cameron has his mom's smile & his dad's quiet nature.^^

[@NaniiFresh756]

Omg I know that man. Wow. Thank You to EVERY soldier and fallen soldier around the world for your service.

[@NaniiFresh756]

Ali Abbas umm ok? o.O

[@bigmomma72396]

that's the kind of show that needs to be on tv.

[@SaucySoviet]

Thank you for your service Colonel. God bless you, your son, and family!

[@angelozararis7404]

Thank you is not enough. Thank you for your service.

[@stonedpeon932]

Your name comrade, I am confused blyatt!! Jokes aside, wish you well.

[@hollyawoods]

The reaction on the father's face is priceless.

[@awakingamerica]

Absolutely! His face lit up when the reporter first mentioned his son at 2:22. You can tell they really love each other.

[@bajamedic]

To the Goins Family, Thank you for your service from the bottom of my heart!

[@1jenniferlala]

These are proud parents...I have watched this countless times for something to feel good about, and I cry (good tears!) every time...

[@donnag4940]

What a strong and beautiful family. Thanks to all the men and women in uniform and their families for their sacrifices.

[@matthewcollins9741]

The moment a military father reunites with his military son or daughter, I can imagine everything just halts in the father's mind, and I imagine the feeling is a mixture of overwhelming love and pride among other things. An explosion of power, of strength, of family.

[@brooke2682]

The father's reaction is just amazing and genuine. Love this strong family. And God bless you and your Service

[@Cyperspiller]

The woman who is going to win that young mans heart, is one lucky bird... 🥰. The beautiful bond he clearly has with his parents, makes him the ideal man. Such a beautiful and loving family. I love that he is holding his dads hand, that is a real man!!!

[@migodropped-u7669]

The way his Dad was consoling his son's hand explains it all

[@pencils1951]

There used to be a saying in the UK military, the husband signs on and the wife does the time. Likewise, another was the husband earns the rank and the wife wears it. During my service I found both to be true.

[@IAmNotARobotPinkySwear]

+Justin Case Don't forget the rampant cheating and adultery/infidelity that goes on by military wives when their husbands are deployed, sickening.

[@DesireeA842]

+Exterm inatus I find that it often goes both ways as well.

[@IAmNotARobotPinkySwear]

SvenSinsSista Agreed

[@nickmurray9281]

So true,

[@gidgethrobowski3860]

Justin, well stated!!!

[@TreyMitchell1992]

God bless your family, thank you for service! Hooah

[@dmreeoogdaq]

That's three PATRIOTS, right there.

[@fatheroffab]

SALUTE to the whole family!!!

[@alexkuo3832]

wow congratz brother westpoint is better then harvard

[@wilfredmena2497]

agreed

[@eddiehaskell1957]

Mr Smith....not really.....one is for the Privileged the other protects the Privileged.

[@TheCerebralDude]

Pius X West Point harder to get into than Harvard. You need s recommendation from a member of Congress for West Point

[@Donna-Jayne]

Not a dry eye omg I cried the whole time.... Such a wonderful and strong family. God bless you all xxx

[@Cimberly5]

Gorgeous, lovely family.

[@gidgethrobowski3860]

I am so proud of this family!!!

[@TheeKanyeMsi]

I love how gentle the husband is with both his wife and son. When they 1st asked questions, he asked his wife if she’d like to take the lead. A man who isn’t afraid to encourage you and let you shine 💫💫💫

[@orderedsteps4050]

I LOVE how the parents held his hands through out the interviewe. ❤❤

[@bittyrock]

Motivational Stuff! I served in the Marine Corps and Love these Stories. Our Military is Strong. Semper Fi!

[@charleslester4110]

THANK YOU to everyone who is/has serve our country!

[@els4006]

I dream that words similar to those will be said by my son, I want him to be happy no matter what he does, but to be so proud to follow in my foot steps, and call me his idol... How much better of a father can you be than that? That man has done right, and it's not easy.

[@2flyb11]

definitely he raised him right. This generation needs more people like this family to be respectful and set positive goals in life

[@igullett8307]

This is what American Pride and Sacrifice is-----The ultimate vision of Truth and Honor---many thank you's and lots of praise to this great American Family....

[@ThugMuffinification]

My eyes! How did the rain get into them! Love how the dad reacted, that was priceless! Our military soldiers and their families do and sacrifice so much, its good them being recognized for everything they do.

[@anselmogrc]

You can just tell how proud the Col. is, as well as the mother. Awesome.

[@2flyb11]

such a great inspirational family..they raised their son right as well you can tell he is very well mannered and to want to be like his dad is so sweet

[@sharonb.4512]

This was my life for almost 18 years... until my husband made the ultimate sacrifice!! I serve at the VA to this day, and it's an honor and a privilege to be in that role!!

[@BobsOutdoorLife]

What a great family, and what a great person the wife is for starting that support group for fellow military wives.

[@menterikewangan3683]

Im service as a coast guard in my country & im proud of it.

[@allabored4443]

Man coast guard pog

[@larrygolfer]

A great American family. Thank all 3 of you for your service and sacrifices to our nation.

[@pauletteliggett8117]

Beautiful military family. I love this surprise. Thank you for your service. 📖🌹😇💒💝🤩😍

[@montew2668]

Thank all three of you for serving our country! I would be proud to serve with either of these men!

[@yl1782]

I'm tripping cus when did that third chair get there

[@lalaland526]

LMAO!!! I'm dying!!!! OMG!!!

[@drveteran7]

I know right magically appeared out of nowhere lmao

[@dlitefulone]

😂😂😂

[@freemind1229]

now u tripped me too

[@musclemania30]

March 2019 and that’s the first thing l thought too 😂

[@lorettaposey458]

Thank you those who served and still serving over seas for our country. Prayers for you all to come home safe to your love ones

[@DTittle]

I'd charge the gates of hell with Major Goins. NO FEAR!

[@charlayfingerbiter]

The way the father looks at his son at 3:47. You know how proud he is of his junior. Beautiful family.

[@medaphoar1337]

thank you so much for your service !!!

[@joycesykes6913]

BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS !!! Thanks for all that your family does for our country ! God Bless ! Joyce from Huntsville ,AL.

[@MrTRIDENT986]

2:44 , that single moment shows how much he actually loves his son.

[@Kaffyboy]

Oh my God, you're an angel! trust, and go with your heart! With love from a fellow Australian!

[@A-small-amount-of-peas]

jeez if this guy completes his service and goes into politics the campaign video if he ever runs for president is pretty much tailor made already

[@crypticchameleon4339]

Pat Tanackered are people as legendary as him allowed to run for office, because there wouldn’t even be a race. He would be at the finish line way before any of his opponents started their campaign.

[@bertramdavis7120]

@@crypticchameleon4339 I wish that was true, but climate in our country today, brings me pause for any real hope for America anymore.

[@tommyhallum2054]

When the son said he wanted to be just like his father the look on his father's face is hilarious and priceless. The amount of pride those two parents have for their son just pushes through the camera I'm very happy for them.

[@TheCocoKayyy]

there son is very handsome !

[@allies7184]

Yes! He most certainly is. And he's goal oriented.

[@sharolwashington6345]

I applaud them all for what the do. Thank you so much.

[@hamzazaman5236]

Whichever country you are from,we all should respect every country's Armed forces

[@justbrowsing1238]

a father not afraid to hold his grown sons hand. Awesome family.

[@robertlides1835]

that reaction by the father was absolutely priceless

[@Fultonfalcons86]

Good family preserves and deserves respect that is how kids should be brought up ............

[@onedirectiontoliam]

When he said "I wanna follow in my Fathers footsteps" the dads look was hilarious. I love these videos! :) Thank you to those who serve or served ❤

[@reneeswain2436]

Wonderful family! I am married to a retired sailor who served in Vietnam twice. Thank you to all of our military personnel. And a big thank you, to all of their parents, spouses, and especially to their children. These children pay the greatest price for their parents to serve our country. God bless them all!

[@CousinSteve]

Why would anyone dislike this???

[@WolfhoundWife]

This is what America is all about!! God bless them!

[@101zulu]

What's "America" about? I failed to miss the point if they had one

[@MamanCooperSpeaksandWrites]

that son is one fine brother

[@stevehammond9916]

I have lost count of how many times that I have watched this but the tears " of joy " still flow for this family.

[@christopherstone4336]

God damn it, how do the onions keep getting me!

[@simonostinelli493]

Look how he grabs his sons hand oh my god how touching!!! Hes obviously been to war seen a lot of Americans die! I bet he really feels it losing a solider because he has a son in the military. I really felt his emotion through the screen that he was so happy to see his son safe and well and also very very proud! This was so beautiful!!!!

[@MsNat500]

Heartwarming ❤️

[@chetannarasannavar3718]

Nat Rodgers

[@johncv66]

Dont think i can remeber a prouder father than this man, thank you to your whole family.

[@USAIRFORCE621]

There is no higher honor, no better job then serving our country! Though I am disabled I was not about to let 150 years of service stop with me and I'll not be the last one in our family to serve, despite my disability I serve with Civil Air Patrol the all volunteer force of our U.S. Air Force where I work in personnel and communications, it is a dream job and one I'm 110% committed to! When duty calls I answer regardless of the personal cost!

[@gidgethrobowski3860]

Jake, good for you. I like your positive attitude, perhaps, that will rub off in case you meet soldiers depressed regarding a disability who have lost some hope. I hope I said that right. Anyway, God bless you baby....

[@gidgethrobowski3860]

Jake, good for you. I like your positive attitude, perhaps, that will rub off in case you meet soldiers depressed regarding a disability who have lost some hope. I hope I said that right. Anyway, God bless you baby....

[@USAIRFORCE621]

@@gidgethrobowski3860 Gidget, just an FYI I stopped utilizing my nickname of Jake and now use my given name of James. Since I typed that comment I now have 2 cousins serving, one is active duty Air Force currently stationed in Texas and the other is active duty Army and deployed overseas. I thank you for your appreciation, however, the real heroes are the ones who go overseas, I'm very modest and humble about my role to help our country!

[@irwinwins5307]

Thank you for your service! We love you guys! God Bless

[@jamiejohnson1900]

Omg I love these videos, I need a tissue

[@beverlyellis6131]

Look how the father and mother holds his hand,he said I wanna be just like him,such a blessed family.

[@kashabrown2692]

Tears

[@callynt]

Oh my God. God Bless this family and all of our service men and women.

[@turkeychuck]

future general

[@SPharaoh]

With an (S) at the end.

[@cynthiabroyles4890]

God bless them for their service. Thank you.

[@robyrob78]

I respect Army wives and all spouses of military personnel, but for them to compare the hardship they endure to military personnel deployed in a war zone is delusional. They're not the ones sleeping in dirt, getting shot at, and wondering if the next step they take will be onto an IED. Again it takes strength to be there for the kids and support their spouse, but all the moto stuff like the Marine wives "I have the toughest job in the corps" is ridiculous. Anyways, nice family moment, hope all our military personnel stay safe.

[@SeriousPan]

I agree with you, it irks me to no end when they say stuff like that.

[@igullett8307]

We can argue and debate all this---but when it comes down to it---all involve sacrifice---some do a whole lot more than others---but everyone should be as one and help each other and respect one another----period...

[@stuartfriend2528]

Is that seriously one of their mottos? If it is that's ridiculous.

[@igullett8307]

You talking to me ??

[@stuartfriend2528]

I Gullett no, I was talking about the motto that they supposedly use

[@FtWin100]

a career in the military. killing, almost being killed, doing the impossible. but the sight of your son that you thought were somewhere else still brings that man to tears.

[@AwesomeSauceMontes]

He's fine as hell and in the army he looks good in gray

[@tisharose7630]

Thank you all (soldiers, spouses, children and other family members) for your service!

[@ErnestoTani]

HOOAH!

[@tonyktx44]

Finest people in the world. God bless these wonderful Americans...

[@GiovanniMariaTommaso]

Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray; and do Thou, O Prince of the Heavenly Host, by the Divine Power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the evil spirits who roam throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls. Saint Michael the Archangel, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, and the whole host of heavenly Saints pray for all of our Armed Forces & their families. Amen, Hallelujah

[@shanszu7082]

Great Prayer.

[@GiovanniMariaTommaso]

Thanks be to God that we have people to fill these spots, & charges!

[@Chownz]

Very nice sir, very nice indeed!

[@shanszu7082]

You are speaking of fallacies.

[@alexszukala]

ENZOMAN12 you know I am talking about Chaplain Atheo?

[@lynnmontgomery1229]

God bless you! Thank you all for your service and your sacrifices. Again, God bless you and keep you all safe.