How Patton Oswalt & His Daughter Are Coping With His Wife's Passing | CONAN on TBS

When Mother's Day rolled around, Patton did his best to help his daughter through the day. Until an old Polish woman made it weird.
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[@nodataFYI]

I'm baffled... he takes the biggest tradegy of his and his daughters lifes and turns it into comedy gold. That polish woman bit was hilarious!! He's an incredible person and I wish him and his family all the best.

[@Vrig]

It's a defense mechanism... if you really want to understand the real tragedy you need to look beyond the smiles and laughes!

[@DeFreshS10]

It could also be therapy... Considering he is a comedian and his entire life is comedy, it could be a way to express his sadness that doesn't make people around him sad.

[@goldenfox6322]

Good art comes from the darkest places, sometimes. That includes comedy.

[@RamiroBelmaresJr]

lmao "here is some candy from my country, it is made from pine bark and ink" xD

[@hectorarredondo6929]

NoData My friends dad died of cancer but before he died he had an incredible sense of humor about it he constantly gain and loat weight but he told me that i should get cancer so that i can loose weight fast It takes a certain personality to see life funny at your worst

[@codyj8763]

Leave it to a comedians abstract view of the world to describe this whole situation so beautifully.

[@IAmKillEveryone]

Not to mention one of the most depressed, misanthropic comedians of our time.

[@prodigalbrock]

as a comic I can honestly tell you that even though I'm no where near on pattons level there is something broken in all of us. We use the ability to make others laugh and like a leech we gleam some sort of happiness from others. We make you laugh so we can laugh.

[@lumen8341]

Indeed, guys.

[@Michael_Smith-Red_No.5]

He took his sadness and transformed it into laughter for us, and he did it without flinching. For me, that's one of the hallmarks of a truly talented performer with a good core.

[@dodgeguyz]

It takes a special person to do that. And he is one of them. Prayers to him and his family

[@tristanhoneyford]

I lost my Mother last Friday...Oswalt's one of my Comedic "Rushmore"s, along with Andy Kaufman & Monty Python & he's what gets me through the acute, intense plural fiat of melancholy

[@Michael_Smith-Red_No.5]

I wish you the best upon the journey you're now on. I really do.

[@hayopepper5593]

Or a really good coping mechanism >.>

[@Michael_Smith-Red_No.5]

@@hayopepper5593 Exactly, but for our benefit. It takes a very special person to be able to do that.

[@mosaicmonk4380]

using comedy for pain is a great tool much respect for him.

[@gloinpower]

Yep worked good for Robin Wiliams, oh wait... (sorry had to do that joke)

[@WillElMagnifico]

No you didn't

[@thelasthallow]

yo that dude was pissed at that polish lady, you can tell.

[@mosaicmonk4380]

yeah but how he delivers it to us is funny and sad at the same time.

[@shocky377]

Comedians are usually very depressed

[@corbelius6]

Clearly the true comic defence for pain and suffering.

[@DownloadEvony]

i was thinking the same thing

[@Spiderpichi2099]

Sad but true. I feel so bad for him.

[@corbelius6]

No he used his comedic skills to shield over the tragic and severe loss of his Wife and still make us laugh.

[@FishoD]

It is a normal coping mechanism. When my mother died a week later when I was playing a multiplayer shooter and someone told me he fucked my mom I told him that jokes on him because he is a necrophile and police is on his way. Tragedy+Time=Comedy

[@animalmother7304]

+Fisho D Greates comeback in history. You are a legend lol.

[@0768E]

This is why no other late-night shows come even close to Conan: They aren't genuine.

[@florencetj]

Somebody speaks the truth! :D

[@julian1259]

+Floren Nakajima dey speak da tru tru

[@florencetj]

Julian Giron Yes indeed. Other than that, Conan is an awesome interviewer. So skilled.

[@Hoganply]

Kimmel comes pretty close, but Craig Ferguson, he was very genuine.

[@DiiGiiTAL]

This is probably the only genuine thing I've ever seen on Conan.

[@Thechangelingpnw]

If he didn't have his sense of humor and be able to laugh, he'd probably be in an institution, because I think this is one way he's coping. He is still hilarious.

[@ThePurpleMushroom]

He would become the Penguin

[@Thechangelingpnw]

Basically, yeah!

[@11THEW0RD11]

i want to be a turtle

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Laugh to keep from cryin.' I do it every day. My dad died when I was 3.

[@genuinelyjag]

Family/Friends support is very important too..

[@Zangeleno]

Jesus Christ, that's sad. Props to Conan for talking with him in such a tactful manner.

[@tomaszencore6100]

He seems like such a sincere and smart person. I don't know the guy but I always felt very sympathetic towards him since I learned about his tragedy.

[@tomaszencore6100]

I meant I don't know him personally yet still have these emotions. I'm well familiar with his comedy.

[@MrBrett566]

Lithus, you disgust me

[@HaffSack]

i love patton, but i hate his political views. My dad died when i was 16 i wanted to go to school that day to . it sucked. I understand where he is coming from.

[@Sloopyla]

HaffSack mine died when I was 16 too. I did go to school the next day and it sort of fucked me up lol

[@nicholasroberts7891]

Tomasz Encore hes not, almost anyone that has ever worked with him on a television show have always said hes a douche bag, the entire cast of justified all said that about him

[@ripvanstinkle]

I know he's an atheist, but God bless him. He's a champion.

[@scarifveteran9282]

ripvanstinkle atheist or not, its the gesture that counts.

[@hamo0od505]

heathens

[@jeffpence6163]

ripvanstinkle Christians are so altruistic. Best people I know

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Yup

[@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017]

Yup death is the most trying time for atheists. No illusions, only pain and despair, and the sure knowledge that you're next.

[@katemcgreal1085]

I'm almost in tears. Life can be so cruel.

[@daspacemonkey5837]

Thank God we have Patton Oswalt to lighten the mood!

[@Buddygrooveknight]

Yep. Those acts of God really stick it in and break it off.

[@smilinggorilla9676]

Even your name will testify against you hehehe

[@Buddygrooveknight]

***** It's a quote from a movie.

[@fab4fan5]

The Real Mc I almost lost my husband to a stroke (he's ok)on our sons 10th birthday and the ambulance took him to the same hospital we had our son 10 years before.I was just like at that moment "wow,life is awful"

[@MrStealthshot77]

Can we all just agree that Patton is an American treasure? I know my name doesn't really allow for me to be taken seriously but the facebook post he had after she died really shook me and I wish him the best in life after going through such a hard time.

[@evandavis5223]

Patton is a gift to humanity.

[@Scorch428]

He is a 5'3'' troll. He deserved this for not having faith in the lord. Praise Jesus.

[@RadatiousNoah]

Congrats, you are a bad Christian. Jesus is disappointed in you.

[@seriousone8030]

Scorch428: LOL. Your comment is even funnier than the stories he told!

[@gunhedd5375]

Scorch428 • Then you and your “Jesus” are a couple of real douche bags, right? What the hell are you even praising; that your attitude is what, holy? Please spare us any platitudes. You are weak. And your religion is as fake as every other one out there. Love, Mom

[@Nebuchadnezzar31]

Kudos for keeping a sense of humor. You're the best 💕

[@griffinoconnor1523]

Nice name grab, Edgar

[@jmgmarcus808]

Edgar Allan Poe Edgar the Bronx hasn't been the same since you left bud.

[@FreshSqueezedLightning]

Edgar Allan Poe nothing makes this comment better than the channel being Edgar Allan Poe hahaha

[@polishwomanofdeath1769]

When my dad was sad he always read your stories.

[@gatheringleaves]

Leave Patton alone!

[@formoftherapy]

I read Patton's long long passages about his wife after she passed...I started sobbing for real.

[@allthehardtimes]

He killed her

[@TheProdigalCat]

@@allthehardtimes Why do you say that?

[@strats991]

@@allthehardtimes Thanks for confirming comedy writing is a talent you don't have!

[@allthehardtimes]

He killed her so he could persue a relationship with the daughter he had trafficed and groomed for him like most hollywood liberal elites

[@furtherback6131]

Where can I find those passages?

[@cheyennelharlow]

I was literally in tears from the polish woman story. He has to be unbelievably strong to get through something like that and still have a sense of humor about life and death. God bless him.

[@THE8-BITROAD]

My family is from Poland, and what that women did is typical over there. You have always to tell how hard you have it and how bad everything is, because maybe others think you have it to easy. It's very annoying...

[@Thagros]

+ Major Tom Hi, can I ask - what is the believed/perceived purpose in this behaviour? My ex was from a Slavic country, great lady. But whenever difficulty or tragedy came up in life she would show this kind of despondent response. When my dad died she was like, "OHHHH, when my dad died it was soooo tragic. I could not be happy for so many months. *Evvvvery* day I would cry and cry, and I could never sleep. It will be this way for you."

[@THE8-BITROAD]

good question, I have no idea why they are so pessimistic :D

[@msz112]

It's called "typical Polish mentality". That's just who we are (not everyone of course but most). For example, you ask why are we so pessimistic, we ask why are you so optimistic (because we think it's fake).

[@THE8-BITROAD]

I remember even a Polish cabaret about this issue. In the short version: The American who lost his job, home, his family has left him and he broke his leg Answers to the question how he is doing: "Yeah Great, everything's fine!". The Polish guy who has a nice Family with nice Kids, a well paid job, drives his new Mercedes to his new House, and answers to the same question: "Ah, you know, it could be better. It's not so easy this times..."

[@MasterRoyalSnow]

Perhaps it's more prevalent in certain cultures but I've noticed that ppl try to have bad childhood Olympics. Like at this point I don't even reference how bad I had it even as a joke because someone else tries to one-up it.. and I'm like listen I could win this bullshit game you want to play but it's not worth it. Idk it's quite irritating.

[@BoredPandaNomNom]

he is still wearing his wedding ring

[@adamashton6977]

great observation, top marks

[@mitalarsson6955]

Kinda heartwreanching... :-(

[@zvixer2156]

I would too. I mean he loved her so much. If he got a divorce of course he would have removed it but if I was ever married and my wife died I would keep the ring on as well.

[@JesperJorgensenn]

of course, why wouldn't he?😊 my grandfather still wears his wedding ring even though it has been 18 years since my grandmother passed away from cancer.

[@jacksonfan221]

YES, MANY STILL DO EVEN AFTER DEATH. YOU WOULD HAVE TO KILL MY GREAT GRANDFATHER TO GET HIS WEDDING RING OFF HIS HAND AND EVEN THEN IT WOULD BE TOUGH.

[@jatindermann4357]

He reminds me of Robin Williams and how he used laughter against pain.

[@claytonjohnson9001]

He really does huh....

[@emiliavenka]

That's what most comedy is.

[@mikerowsdower9896]

I can't imagine dealing with that, and I hope I never have to. He sounds like he's healing slowly.

[@munalisa11]

it surprisingly gets better, i was such a mummy girl and my mum and dad died while i was overseas. I was in denial at first , had loads of dreams about them for couple of months then it lessened. somehow my brain started shutting it out.

[@logandh2]

+munalisa11 I think we're sort of programmed for it. Starting the day we really understand the fact that everyone dies, it's just a built in expectation that we'll outlive our parents. So, even though it's mostly subconsciously, people spend years, decades even preparing to outlive their parents/guardians.

[@vamanosninja4143]

Interesting. I'm having the opposite experience; I shut out trauma from my childhood until a few yards ago, now I get dreams and flashbacks.

[@zyxwut321]

Given the circumstances, especially the sudden and unexpected passing coupled with his and her young age and seemingly close marriage and young child he actually seems to be healing rather well and rapidly. Something like this you don't "move on" or "get closure" or any of that other clichéd crap. You simply keep going because there's nothing else to do but you're scarred and changed as a person. I've dealt with loss like that and you just slowly, quietly add layers of time and experience without your loved one and make as good a life for yourself as you can going forward.

[@logandh2]

+zyxwut321 I said in another comment that laughter is the best medicine. Comedians, from what I gather, take joy in making other people laugh. So, in this sad and uncommon occurrence, he's giving other people "medicine" and it's making him feel better by proxy.

[@halomasterr117]

my mom passed away 3 days after my birthday and and a day after mothers day. RIP to your wife man.

[@Rockmirth]

Thats so sad, my condolences.

[@17456spartan]

I'm sorry to hear that man, I wish you the best.

[@NoTitties4U]

halomasterr117 Bro I'm sorry. Just remember she'll always love you.

[@bucky13]

Death sucks, especially when it's unexpected like that. My cousin/best friend passed away 3 years ago, sometimes I'll just start crying out of nowhere just because I was thinking of something we did or never got to do. The grief gets better, but in my experience, never truly goes away.

[@halomasterr117]

yeah it does really suck. before she passed away she had two strokes in her brainstem so her brain was damaged beyond repair, for 3 months we pretty much just was in denial that she would come back until I made the decision with my dad to let her go. it gets easier, but the pain will never go away. which is fine. it changes someone. i also notice that nobody really "gets" it unless if it happens to them. losing a parent in your 20s is totally different than losing him/her in your 40s or 50s. especially if it's something as sudden as this. but thanks for the support everyone, really appreciate it.

[@wendi5985]

love you patton! I just lost my dad and the pain feels never ending .You made me laugh today.

[@M.Hvistendal]

I'm sorry to hear that! I lost my dad 4 years ago. I can tell you it gets easier... The pain fades, but the memories remain!

[@Lady162]

Mr. Pedersen is right. (Lost mine too.) It does get better over time, it just takes time. It's like waiting out a thunderstorm.

[@wendi5985]

Thank you very much. I;m sorry for ur lost too.

[@wendi5985]

Thank you so much. Nice to hear from others.Sorry for ur lost too.

[@lordjacobstroman6521]

I lost my parents and last grandparent all within 2 years, all I can say to you is, you will never get over it, but it does get better.

[@mutoneon]

Conan is in tears laughing at Patton's darkest pain. Oswalt is a true master of the art of characterization.

[@dawglos7643]

The pain in his eyes while he’s trying to draw smiles.

[@srinivasprabhu9407]

Patton oswalt is a beautiful person

[@broadwaymelody33]

It's made of PINE BARK and INK. It's called DON'T.

[@bobosprinkles]

Yeah, this was the all-star quote

[@katie4623]

@@bobosprinkles totally agree. And he came up with it on the spot?

[@joemullarkey5719]

@@katie4623 I don’t think he did. This was also a bit in one of his Netflix specials. It’s still hilarious though.

[@aliciaanne]

What kind of people would dislike this?!?! Seriously. I know some don't like Patton because of his views on different issues but come on. Have some compassion.

[@Hoganply]

Those who don't understand that you don't have to cry to be sad. And sociopaths.

[@Ravenholm337]

They lost theirrr motherrrs too! They never get overrr it! Every KZbin video they are rreminded!

[@cisco245]

Polish people

[@blankblank2370]

Disciples of Kek, the one true God.

[@LucasDidier22]

They might dislike because they dislike the fact that she died.

[@RickLaFlaR3e]

Only a comedian can try and pull that off successfully. People under estimate how tough comedians truly are. Salute to CONAN and the entire Oswalt family great stuff.

[@LyndseyMilliganhb]

I love Patton. He is hilarious!!!

[@johnkrois]

I love him too, but I think he has to become more healthy.

[@CNWhatImSaiyan]

+John Philipp Krois If you mean psychologically, then yes. It's a long ass road but he'll get there.

[@Nick-fn3ou]

Comedy is the best medicine. I'm so happy you and your daughter are doing well, Patton. I wish you the best.

[@waynedorsey8885]

Donald Trump would never say something like that... you're a phony.

[@agentham]

His words were tremendous...

[@ravypmr6247]

#Hillary2016

[@ZiroWatt]

+ravy pmr gahhh youre blinding me!!

[@robertfenili7242]

Lmao at his three subscriptions

[@Erickchicas]

I just remembered my Dad who passed away on December... Love you Dad!

[@clarkkent1186]

Sorry to here that!

[@FreakieFan]

Sorry for your loss. But might i say i think it's a strange sentence. ''Remembered''? Like you forgot he passed away? No disrespect, just thought it was a strange sentence

[@jacobharris4838]

What up again Slade. I think English isn't his first language and means it reminded him of his dad and his passing

[@Erickchicas]

Lt. Col. Frank Slade Jacob Ryan Harris Yup English is not my first language. And it's exactly how Jacob puts it. This video made me think of him.

[@FreakieFan]

Jacob Ryan Harris Hey Mr Plainview, i dont know where i've encountered you before. But hey! Yeah, that makes more sense

[@Redstar19791979]

I lost my mother last year to breast cancer and the sadness still lingers and it will for quite sometime... Wish you all the best Patton.

[@halomasterr117]

I watched my mom struggle through 2 strokes for 3 months. it was awful. I know how he feels

[@matildasilver9031]

I lost mine 2 years to breast cancer.i feel like it was just a few months ago... Patton is very strong for being able to joke around like this.

[@AllenHanPR]

So sorry to hear of all your losses, I'm hitting the age where I hope this doesn't ever fall upon me and I pray it doesn't upon to others.

[@lumen8341]

I'm sorry for your loss. Keep her alive in your memory every day and she's not gone. Someday soon that's what we'll be to others, and that's what they'll be to others, and on and on. We have to keep people alive in memory while we're still here to share them with others.

[@isaiahecorrea]

Rocky poor anderson and his leg

[@Theolppoman]

This interview was a rollercoaster of emotions

[@usefulrooster9600]

This guy... I've been listening to him for over four years on Pandora... I'm glad he has people in his life to help him and to keep him going and that he stays strong and still after all that has his humor and stays there for his daughter.

[@PintsofGuinness]

conans laugh during the Halloween bit here. thats the genuine conan laugh. he always has it when bill burr is on. its distinctly different from his obligated laugh during most interviews.

[@jameshanscombe2530]

I just read the story on Wikipedia. A year ago today. His wife just passed away in her sleep. Poor, poor man. God bless him and his little one.

[@rahminh]

What a great comedian, actor, and a father.

[@zanethezaniest274]

“ it is me little girl “ God that scene killed me , hope he is doing better now

[@plucas1]

The "Polish Woman of Doom" is pretty much my entire extended family over 50

[@CRAY0NEAT3R]

What a genuinely amazing person.

[@Pemb3]

He truly is.

[@krisreese6754]

Laughter is the best medicine for grief. Lost my dad to cancer last year, and although it was rough, I found ways to laugh through comedy.

[@NightcoreTKFF]

omg, this has been the funniest sad thing I've ever seen.

[@FairySOUL4495]

I lost my mother this year around the same time and Patton and his daughter are seriously an inspiration. That 7-year-old is probably stronger than I ever will be.

[@LouJNT]

It's great to see him like this, using comedy to deal with a horrible situation

[@barkergirl33]

What an amazing man and dad, I'm so sorry for his loss. Humor is such a huge part of getting through that. my kids were 6 and 8 when I was widowed and he's right -telling them was the hardest thing I've ever done and ever will have to do. His daughter sounds like an amazing girl also. Very caring of Conan to ask.

[@halpertlove929]

I love it when Patton is on the show. Even through his suffering, he's still hilarious. 2016 has seemed to taken a lot of good ones, wasn't aware his wife was one of them. RIP. :'(

[@bucky13]

I feel so sorry for the guy, waking up next to your dead wife at 40 years old changes a person. Patton has always seemed like a genuinely cool/good person.

[@unknownfears6902]

Is that what happened? That's even more tragic.

[@unknownfears6902]

Is that what happened? That's even more tragic.

[@lecoindeclaire]

Ivan Rios Yes, his wife is died in her sleep

[@eugenegrewing2587]

He's 47

[@aguyandhiscomputer]

Geesh, now I feel bad for having a squabble with my wife before bed. You might not be able to say I'm Sorry.

[@BefallenLegate]

Patton Oswalt is that rare guy that can always take the most depressing situation and create the greatest laughs.

[@Cubby9196]

you can tell that conan actually enjoys talking to his guest and his laughs are genuine not fake like *cough* *cough* jimmy fallon

[@luisalejandro1757]

Oh wow..had no idea he lost his wife ...

[@tkmaz]

His humor an honesty is so refreshing. And it's so necessary for his & his daughters healing. Just, bravo, man. Bravo.

[@ThePamilya]

All I will say is not only is he making a joke out of it but he announced he was engaged a little over a year after his wife's death.

[@Christian-Rankin]

He must be either very well adjusted or very disturbed to be this self-aware and funny at the same time, in spite of such a sad event. I hope he is ok when he is alone, I hope he is healthy, he's a good dude.

[@logandh2]

The most effective and natural coping mechanism is laughter, for comedians I'd imagine even more so.

[@stop08it]

he's neither, he's a comedian and he uses comedy to cope and it fits perfectly in this setting. He's perfected his comedy mode over the years i guess. He is most likely a wreck when he's alone. His appearance kind of gives it away and it's understandable.

[@Christian-Rankin]

stop08it Possibly, we don't really know, though.

[@Widdekuu91]

André, I don't know if you meant for it to sound that mean, but the part with blood on the altar kindof crossed the line there.

[@Christian-Rankin]

Widdekuu91 I think it was fine, what he said, but that's just my opinion. I wasn't offended by it.

[@RuttorBlacksand]

The Polish lady bit had me crying xD

[@nitroneonicman]

He made me tear up with sadness and laughter. Never thought I would feel those two feelings at the exact same time! 👍

[@700Ezalb]

I honestly thought watching this would make me cry, but I didn't expect to be crying because I was laughing so hard. Patton Oswalt, you are a true inspiration. Thank you, sir.

[@bigisrick]

He killed his wife

[@stefanieesposito7614]

Finding light in a dark situation that the Polish lady made even darker

[@Maesan90]

Haven't laughed/cried at something in awhile. Heart goes out to ya, Patton.

[@mattr7118]

What a champ dude. His wife died and he can still find a way to laugh and bring everyone's spirits up. He's only focused on his daughter's well being. That's so awesome. Such an awesome amazing father and husband.

[@broadwaymelody33]

Patton articulates how this feels so well.

[@coopquitetired]

He's a good dad. I'm sorry for his loss.

[@supastar25]

I respect Patton more after seeing how he's done his best to take care of his daughter after such a tragedy...so sad.

[@samsonian]

I think about Patton and his daughter and their tragic circumstances. He is my favorite comedian by far and I remember crying when I heard about Michelle's passing; my father committed suicide when I was 2 while it does stay with you forever there are things that I know now really helped me get through it. The most important thing (as Patton I'm sure knew right away) is to keep your head as a parent. I don't really remember my mother crying about it even though I'm sure she did, but what helped me the most later in life and while growing up was to have close relationships with my dad's sisters. Both of my aunts worked really hard to help us by taking me on weekends to do fun stuff; I value those relationships just as much as I value my mother's. I wish only the best for Patton and his family. If I could share with him the joy he brings me in hysterical laughter I would. Thank you, Patton.

[@jauipop]

This is love. Funny and heartbreaking at the same time.

[@Dementiumfan1990]

Deepest condolences going out to Patton. So sorry for your loss.

[@RangerHouston]

*He wasn’t sad. He drove her to it.* _Patton Oswald killed his wife._

[@centaureg]

They say great comedy is yanked free from the cold grasp of tragedy. This is a true example of that thought.

[@liverpools]

He killed her though

[@EamonKelly]

What source?

[@chat099]

Patton Oswalt gives me hope and shows us the power of comedy over life's pain.

[@gatheringleaves]

I like how he still manages to laugh and have a sense of humor in such a dark time in his life.

[@CaptDeadpool32]

He seems so calm and chill about all of it but it's so tragic. feel so bad for him

[@ImVeryOriginal]

Oh man, I didn't know about his wife's death, so bummed right now. But it seems he's found a way to deal with it through what he knows best: telling stories and making others laugh. Bless you and your family, you beautiful, amazing, fat man.

[@zhulia]

Patton performed a week or two ago at the comedy club where I work, and the entire room was thick with grief and humor. It was truly the best set I've ever been at. Raw and real

[@danscherman4085]

Jeez, had me in tears twice. First of sadness, then of laughter.

[@poohspaws8976]

The love for his daughter is just so beautiful. Such a great guy. I am so sad for him having to go through this. His comedic talent is obvious, but this interview made his love for his daughter and what a great dad he is, so apparent. Wishing him and his daughter nothing but the very best.

[@MagicalPuddinPops]

He's a good guy, you guys will make it through this Patton. 👍

[@TheAwesomoe]

A man who understands one of comedy's most purest purposes, and who uses it correctly. There will be plenty of self-harm and grieving, but sometimes you gotta channel it through comedy to manage.

[@HereForTheComments]

Please don't break, Patton Oswalt. I hear so much about the pain comedians go through and how they use comedy as a defense. The last thing we need is for another one of the really good ones to crumble.

[@ajciccar3]

Lost my wife last year. He speaks the truth.

[@TheGoldcountry]

I think Patton is one of the most genuine people around. He says what he thinks, and doesn't mince words. I can't imagine raising a daughter without her mother. I do recall an article he wrote for "Playboy" where he was sincerely grateful for his wife's family (and he talked about it here.)

[@jojowak]

He would be a great penguin from Batman.

[@5carecrow94]

He actually played the Penguin in a CollegeHumor sketch.

[@LizardMan4115]

This man is what every dad should try to be.

[@Kadajliger100]

This man is in a tremendous amount of pain

[@dylandylanson4448]

My respect for Patton has increased ten fold. I can't imagine what it's like to lose someone, let alone trying to get through it. I wish the best for him and his daughter.

[@hawaiidispenser]

5:14 Nearly spit out my coffee here... LMAO

[@CoachAndre3K]

I read a quote from Patton talking about how grief makes depression look like an elementary school bully. lost my mom unexpectedly in November, it was really nice to read it and I wasn't alone in how I felt. polish lady impression is hilarious also

[@melissa6733]

I am so happy he is talking about this, i've always thought that he was hilarious :)

[@kliudrsfhlih]

As long as that girl has this man as her father everything will be alright

[@bernlin2000]

Totally heartbreaking...what a remarkably resilient man.

[@thenerdviewreview8431]

You feel good for the girl that for as much pain as he must be feeling he still puts her first, really a great guy and a great dad.

[@tontoepstein6860]

He copes by fondly remembering he was the guy who bought the drugs that killed his wife. Who in their right mind wouldn't be able to cope after knowing they got away with manslaughter? That's enough to brighten up anyone's day, knowing you got away with committing a crime. Especially when that crime is killing your wife. The man is a HERO, I say.

[@omegamay9771]

what a strong person he's being. I wouldn't be able to lift myself off the floor if I lost my misses .

[@Cowabungas]

Comedy is a great coping mechanism. Luckily Oswalt is hilarious. Love this guy!

[@Klarpimier]

I love how he took this terrible moment and made it into a comedic bit. I was bursting out laughing. He perfectly personified his daughter's anxiety and terror of her mother's death into this hilarious caricature. It is beautiful.

[@MrGrim]

it's so God damn good to see him again

[@jbmp1390]

It's stuff like this that really tests my faith in everything. People say that everything happens for a reason, but I can't think of any possible reason for why things so awful as this happen. Patton is an amazing, kind, genuine, loving, wonderful, hilarious guy who has given the world so much joy. I wish him and his daughter nothing but peace, love and hope. RIP Michelle McNamara.

[@AbyssalDrake88]

That man is too funny, I'm in awe of his strength for carrying on, not just for him, but for his little girl.

[@TheAnthraxBiology]

I like that Conan isn't fake, it's why he's my favourite late night host.

[@DonnaSnyder]

My condolences. I was widowed twice in 12 years, a 44 year old man and a 54 year old man. It's far more overwhelming than other people expect. I believe you are now remarried. I woah you the best.

[@theolav12]

Poor guy

[@Nucky420]

This just goes to show, that even while Patton oswalt was truly sad, he tried to make others filled with laughter.