The Untold Tragedy of Bob Ross

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Toward the end of his TV career, Bob Ross stood atop a $15 million empire of live classes, art supplies, and how-to books.
But if you buy one of the many Bob Ross products out there today, do you know who the money really goes to? You may not like the answer to that.
While to many people Bob Ross symbolizes a life committed to artistic creation and the joy of painting, his life signified something way darker and more frightening: the exploitation of one’s image in the name of profit and greed.
This is the tragic story of Bob Ross that includes deathbed marriages, last-minute estate changes, business and family betrayals, CIA-style tape recordings, and even a former CIA agent.
Robert Norman Ross was born in Daytona, Florida, in 1942. He dropped out of school in 9th grade to work with his father as a carpenter.
At 18, he joined the Air Force and moved to Alaska, where he’d spend the next 20 years as a drill sergeant screaming at recruits. He was such a hard-ass that he earned the nickname “Bust ’em up Bobby.”
But his life changed when he discovered art.
Watching TV one day, he caught Bill Alexander, a German painter who had a PBS show called “The Magic of Oil Painting,”. Bob was instantly hooked.
He became one of Alexander’s traveling instructors and later gained his painting instructor certification. Alexander was using what’s called “wet on wet” technique, which Bob later adopted.
Despite his obvious talent as an artist, Bob’s early years as a painter weren’t all that profitable. Being Alexander’s star student didn’t pay very well, and the few paid lessons that he managed to arrange barely covered the bills.
In an attempt to save money on haircuts, he let his hair grow, he got a perm and decided he would never need a haircut again. Bob actually disliked the hairstyle, but his perm had later become an integral part of his public image and he felt that he was stuck with it. So he decided to keep his curls.
Trying to cope with the loss of her son, Annette Kowalski took one of Bob’s classes, and she was mesmerized.
Annette was the wife of Walt Kowalski, a former CIA agent with cold shark eyes. The pair saw Bob’s potential and were set to make him a TV star. Together with Bob and his wife Jane, they launched Bob Ross, Inc. Or BRI.
In 1983 “The Joy of Painting” premiered and PBS stations across the country quickly picked it up, rocketing Bob to television stardom, airing until 1994 and broadcasting on 277 stations to over 80 million people daily, the brand of Bob Ross was born making him a competitor to his former mentor.
00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Tidio
02:07 - The happy artist
04:47 - We're in business
08:42 - Unhappy accidents
10:07 - The show must go on
14:00 - Life after Bob
17:57 - Bob's legacy

[@bad_money]

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[@philfrank5601]

My mother told me to NEVER PAY for Titty-o, sorry

[@spudspuddy]

bob ross wasn't black, he permed his hair, your thumbnail is offensive

[@barryallenflash1]

@@spudspuddy So, don't look at it....geesh

[@43amaranth]

​@@spudspuddy8th n

[@anchorpoint3631]

The bob ross a.i. picture lmaoooooooooo

[@thecouncilofbrazilianchads5580]

It’s sad to know how The people Bob and his family thought were his friends betrayed him and tried to own him DESPICABLE!

[@warningsigns4526]

ere they jews? bet they were

[@rayellebishop8168]

It has happened to me too. 😢

[@danwolfe3113]

​@@rayellebishop8168w1

[@truth-or-nothing]

It looks like he had more than one NPC around him at all time's 😢

[@bean5382]

@@truth-or-nothing NPC?

[@kaceyreed1284]

I watch Bob Ross when I'm too anxious to sleep. Works every time. He is such a gentle voice to listen to and a lovely person to watch.

[@Imjowie-]

I’ve been struggling to sleep and man watching he’s videos helps me a lot.

[@Hanji_soong]

Me too, i cant sleep for hours sometimes but bob ross is just so calming❤

[@piscesempress1978]

king of ASMR

[@Beerman111980]

I've done the same. He has such a soothing voice.

[@janicelalonde13]

Will never buy Bob Ross supplies again, I always thought his family was carrying on his products. So sad. These people are heartless.

[@donniecatalano]

We all did I guess. This is outrageous! Evil people

[@williamwilde5241]

kinda karma, he robbed his teacher Bill Alexander, company robbed Bob.

[@thomasnachenga795]

@@williamwilde5241karma yes

[@Wall_E.]

​@@williamwilde5241I mean a person has the right to learn, he learned from his teacher and taught other people as well. Plus that technique as mentioned in the video is not Alexander's invention so he doesn't have anything against Bob. He's sour that his student is able to generate more audiences and attention using the same technique, but it's pretty clear why. Bob's way more likeable and kind, so if he's got anything against Bob that's a 'You' problem

[@vspartanvhoplite4852]

sometimes the student will wonder away from the teacher,dont take it hard.

[@MrShawnee1]

I could never buy anything from the Bob Ross company SHAME ON THEM.

[@RichardM1366]

Alexander Art has better paints. They do not yellow. I recommend them highly.

[@jaja8951]

@@RichardM1366 Thanks for the tip. I actually thought that Bill Alexander plagiarised Bob Ross but it was the other way around. 😳

[@Wall_E.]

​@@jaja8951the technique doesn't belong to Alexander

[@NoMitherNoProblem]

@@jaja8951Plagiarized the technique that Bill taught him to do? What?

[@karlmccreight8172]

If everyone had this attitude, evil Compagnie selling food, electronics etc. etc. would have a hard times to survive. Even companies buying supplies from eviel companies would have a hard time surviving. Even if they all tried polishing their images up by financing charity projects.

[@timw4369]

Truly sickening. Money really does do strange things to people. Im Sure Bob would have been disgusted if he knew the goings on after his death.

[@centralcal6604]

Money does strange things to people,that part

[@kickwagon]

Money does nothing but bring out people’s true nature.

[@silent_bloons1523]

Don’t worry, the Ross family’s going to heaven, and those awe full people are going to hell

[@MrRezRising]

Ikr! Like the ghouls making money off this video! Hope you liked it.

[@rutgenesis]

@@kickwagon absolutely true!

[@SydneyB]

This is so sad. I used to watch Bob on PBS with my toddler, who had an artistic streak. She loved to watch him and was doing her own version of his paintings herself! (No, you'd never mistake one for the other, though 😉) We met him at a PBS event in Central Park, and she was as totally thrilled to meet him as he seemed to be to meet her. He picked her up and showed her off as his youngest fan! Not sure which of them was happier in that moment!

[@bad_money]

Wholesome!

[@jaja8951]

I remember an episode where Bob was doing and it was on an hour long programme telling u how Bob Ross got started 👍

[@SpicyMocha69]

That’s absolutely wonderful! Very kind soul. Sad how people did him dirty though. Wish it could’ve gone the other way around.

[@LuckyTheCat256]

That’s adorable!❤

[@jaja8951]

It was Bob that did the dirty on Bill Alexander. Then when B.R.I. (bob’s company) got established and Bob died it was Bob’s partner Annette Kowalski’s that did the dirty on everyone else. Remember it was ALL…. Bill’s work that started of this style of painting. Oh! What a tangled web copyright does spin. I have gone right of this TM Copyright law Very sad!

[@DarkFaken]

Incredibly sad how greedy some people can be

[@seamusblack5876]

Women

[@Normal_difficulty69]

​@@seamusblack5876☕

[@DougNarinasNarinas]

@@seamusblack5876 yeah your mom wants all the dicks for herself

[@guerillagorilla4423]

​@@seamusblack5876Ratio

[@Chees3_b4lls]

@@seamusblack5876people. Men and women

[@J03130]

"sometimes you need a little sadness to know when the good times come....im waiting on those good times now" aw man he literally saw the positive side to everything.

[@karllieck9064]

If hell existed, the Kowslskis would live in the low- rent section. If only Dante was around to create another ring of hell just for them. These people are monsters.

[@piratessalyx7871]

Actually I-hope they are both there now, and their leach daughter Joan who took over gathering ill gotten gains follows them there! Poor Bob and his family…these people were maggots.

[@clydeletreta6325]

Oh it exist alright, and its really Hell!😡 they'll just need 1 color to paint down there, Fire Red!!!!

[@jcrgtattoo333]

Revelation chapter 20, verses 10-15.

[@solochristo65]

......one of the reason's (other then JESUS' own WORDS) hell is real is because then all the evil done in this world will not mean a thing....... people could continue doing evil without fear of punishment.... BUT THERE WILL BE A JUDGEMENT DAY AND IT WON'T BE PRETTY!! Mark my words or more important MARK JESUS' WORDS!!!!!!

[@MortuaryManor]

I can not believe they didn't attend his funeral.

[@pamelamorgan7596]

Those horrible people. I wish I had known this years ago when I bought just about everything he sold. I certainly won't buy another thing. I feel so sorry for his son. I used to enjoy watching when he brought him on the set to paint.

[@bethlehemeisenhour5807]

Well, they WON'T take it with them! They chose, and GOD has it all down.

[@adriantaylor6490]

Read my comment up top and it'll make you even more disgusted. His family absolutely destroyed my life and the lives of many of my friends. Stories no one knows

[@annanardo2358]

You should return anything you bought by Ross to the stores where you bought them. Even used, w/ receipts or not, get your money back.😠😠😠😡😡

[@chintersoffice]

I watched this video when it first came out and decided to check on it again. In my opinion, this video needs more views. The research and effort you put into this video shows throughout. There’s so much I didn’t know about Bob before this video and has given me no choice but to respect him and his son even more. Very well done!

[@bad_money]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate you taking the time to watch the content not once but twice. Very glad you enjoyed it!

[@ia7288]

Long live Bob Ross ...our love and thoughts will always be with you ...

[@clydeletreta6325]

The full story was on Netflix awhile back....so sad..

[@sidewalk1030]

It's disgusting that people like this still walk tall knowing they profiting on a deceased genius! I will never buy anything relating to Bob Ross although I watch his videos on KZbin daily! Shame on the Kowalsky family, karma is an unforgiving beast and you will soon learn first hand...

[@gtrdoc911]

Hard to believe he was once a drill sergeant.

[@Cazzi382]

it's disgusting what the world can do to others. But I take solace in the fact that Bob Ross is universally cherished. A gift to our world. In times of despair and darkness, he did seem to shine as a positive light. Can't help but smile seeing his videos. God bless him.

[@camrenwick]

Greed. Probably this biggest evil of society

[@andrewnielsen3178]

How could those Kowalski's have done this. Surely they were financially comfortable. How much more could they expect from this man who was the source of their success. Absolutely disgusting.

[@rayellebishop8168]

People always want more. They got my estate and my father’s will. They did this to to the great Bob Ross. Truly gross.

[@Neubleu4]

Sin is the biggest evil of society. That couple are psychopaths

[@rayellebishop8168]

@@Neubleu4 Sin is the aftermath of what offends someone else. Going against the golden rule. Treat others as you would want done unto you. Greed here was the sin. It’s also selfishness. And selfishness is being insensitive to the feeling of others.

[@godloveszaza]

Nope it's desire although greed is a component of desire. The wars these ideologies and many other forms of indoctrination/control is all because of man's desire. Religions laws rules terms technology any form of construction money and you. These few examples are just man made things lies and manipulation that we all buy into. Back then they would force us but today conventionally we willingly obey and its all because of these things and the temporary pleasure they bring. We all know this to some degree but we all still play their game because we're just like them which is another thing they taught us. We are all the same we all want control comfortability stability and reassurance but our governors are seen as these monsters but if we took their role well history would just repeat itself. Society isn't even a society to be a society we all must be one but were more divided than ever. The good the bad the black the white the tall the short the broke the rich the female the male the kid the adult are all a division. Your grandchildren will be more doomed than you so enjoy these days persisting to be in denial and in invisible shackles.

[@fastecp1]

Bob Ross and his wife held the other two quarters. But upon each of their deaths, the ownership was equally spread among the survivors, meaning that the Kowalskis eventually ended up with the whole company. That said, no one should ever purchase any Bob Ross products again.

[@daisymay4183]

Its a shame that Bob's son will never get a profit from his father's name and likeness. That makes me sad. Well now that i know that his son isnt getting a dime im not ever going to buy any Bob Ross Merchandise. Shame on the " Friends" that Bob Trusted . What a Sad Sad Story😮

[@JohnSmith-cj7ps]

Why is it, that it's always the good that seems to cop out? Life can be cruel, and so unfair, so! So! Sad !!!! Poor Bob and Co, certainly didn't deserve this kind of tragedy. Especially after bringing so much pleasure, to so many people, so unfair! Just goes to show, and it's a warning to,us all, evil is always lurking in the shadows, ready to pounce at any, given opportunity that presents itself

[@aikababaeva6145]

When Bob Ross tried to get his son involved, he should have understood his father and stepped up. Today he pays a great deal for not wanting to grow up and understand life when his father was trying to give his legacy to Steve. Regrets don’t change the past. Steve was immature and lacked simple understanding of Business and that is why he doesn’t have the BRI today. Rest in peace Bob Ross. There won’t be another Bob Ross 🙏🏽🤍

[@jmitterii2]

Good to know. Won't ever buy any Bob not really Ross junk. Always thought it was a bit dirty as a younger kid in the early 90's at an Arts and Craft store with Bob's face on everything particularly after he died. I thought... that guy isn't receiving any of this... and you can buy canvas wet paint cheaper than with name brand stuff... and brushes are better quality typically outside the name brand junk. Along with better oil paints too both cheaper or pricier. Brand is only a gimmick for the naive and dumb. Hope people find this out and boycott that brand. I think that's what Bob would want.

[@kevinkosmeder6769]

Agreed.

[@Tah-V-ah]

Bob Ross, will always be a treasured soul, in my opinion...he brought more peace and harmony to millions of viewer's. No matter who, or what kind of person tries to replace this great man and wonderful Artist, it will NEVER measure up to what we know about Bob Ross and how hes touched so many hearts, in the world of painting. ❤❤ May peace and love, always be with this family and may the great Bob Ross be remembered for what he did for so many. Thank you, for this post! God bless you all.

[@naly202]

I've just finished watching the first series and there are so many times (almost every episode) when Bob gives credit to his teacher acknowledging his influence: "this technique was taught to me by a great friend, Bill Alexander", "i didn't invent this, i just learned it from him", "a wonderful teacher" etc etc.... I understand that Bill Alexander was upset with the competition, but he can't say Bob betrayed or stole from him. It's just a case of a student outshining his master.

[@richardstidham2191]

THE KOWALSKIS SHOULD BURN IN HELL WHAT THEY DID TO BOB AND HIS FAMILEY. NO ONE IS A TRU FRIEND WHEN THET STABB YOU IN THE BACK ( SORRY BOBB )

[@NickRatto]

Amen to bob

[@Neubleu4]

That's incredibly desperate people for you

[@Lesiba88]

They're probably Jews or something

[@Engelsprinzessin]

yesyes!!!!

[@user-ss8iy2to6t]

I got Bob to sign his book for me, ha ha FU KOWALSKIS ha

[@scottakaswb7545]

That’s very sad. I’m 48 and I remember watching him. I got into art cause I wanted to be like him. Very sad what they did to him. Should have all gone to his son. Very sad and very sick what they did to him.

[@artistsingerwriterproducer8288]

They do it with me too, like have the best lawyer never criminal, please

[@godschildyes]

I agree! My sister and I both LOVED watching Bob Ross all while growing up. I am blown away by the greed of those two! It all should have gone to Bob's son Steve. This really hurts!

[@cycomiko73]

Leave it to the wonderful personalities of a former C I.A. agent and his wolf in Sheep's clothing wife!! Disgusting!!! Absolutely appalling. I watched one of the first episodes in 1983 when I was 9 and was enthralled immediately and wanted to paint with him as the show was going on. Why do some of the worst things happen to some of the best people this world will ever know? It's so sad, and I'm embarrassed for those awful people who robbed Bob of his families name and life's work.

[@theruddyone6443]

​@@cycomiko73Spoken factuals

[@mrbillhicks]

Boy, those two were evil... But God bless Bob Ross. I'm still watching an hour of his shows every day as of 2023

[@coreyacre6070]

He was the best and no one can replace him.

[@jadeddragon4254]

If you are watching it through KZbin the kowalskis are still profiting off your views. They own that channel too

[@tiedyehobo]

Unfortunately you are supporting the assholes that stole his image , name , art , etc

[@AlexanderTVEducation]

​@@jadeddragon4254are those devils still alive?

[@paulwoolley4957]

I watched the joy of painting with my youngest grandson here in the UK on TV. I still enjoy watching Bob paint but I’ll never by any Bob Ross products. Pity Bob trusted the Kowalskis in the first place seeing as her husband was ex CIA and an expert in deceit and manipulation. Hopefully someone will put this disgusting couple in the poor house where they belong and Steve gets what’s rightfully his. God bless Bob🙏💙🕊️😊

[@chickkeys]

It doesn't matter where that money goes to... What he left behind isn't fathomable in numbers. Thanks Bob. Wherever you are, we will always love you.

[@justinisenberg1841]

Wherever he is? He's in Alaska because God was having a good day when he made Alaska.

[@TheBaBaTV]

The money was supposed to before for his SON, who was broke and desperate for money ! So the money does matter, not for bob but for his son to survive !

[@graydonhively5909]

I had no idea..... that actually is very upsetting. I have a Bob Ross mug that changes from black to one of his paintings from a hot drink. Now that I know who the money is going to, I'm not going to buy any other merchandise. Super bummed about the deal that was made with B.R.I

[@Hillers62]

Before he became famous, I would watch his show for relaxation...his tone, his brush strokes, and his gentle demeanor...it put you in a state of bliss...then you would marvel at the finished art...

[@reidmedhead]

He was famous in the 90s

[@lizardwhispererfivehead3552]

@@reidmedheadmaybe this person is old like me - born in the 70’s 😂❤

[@donnarogers7732]

Indeed. I was going thru a very bad time when Bob started his Show. I truly Believe in my heart finding Bob Ross and listening to his calm, loving voice and instructions,not only about his Craft,talent but his Empathy for The Human Beings ,also the Human Condition of those of us out in the dark watching him create a serenity he loved in The Alaska Landscape,Saved my Sanity. God Opened the Door to Bob and Blessed him Mightily for loving His Beautiful Creation ,This planet . The Kowalski's ? Reminder that the 'Smiling Faces" sometimes Lie, cheat and Steal from you in the Name of Love and Friendship. I've had that kind of Betrayal in my life also. It's a Pain that can Never be soothed.Beyrayal. Judas hanged himself because of the "30 Pieces" he took to Betray Christ. That Bible Story,( I'm not a Religious person) but the parables of the Bible are warnings and Lessons about Life's Path and what can happen , Not all Humans are Kind and Wonderful! The Kowalski Story proved that for sure. Karma has It's way with such Fools. I don't know what eventually happened to them . Betraying ,USEING Innocent Children is Dispicable!!! Attempting to Steal a person's Birthright, Bob's Name,can never be forgiven on this Earth as far as I'm concerned. The Devil certainly confronted Bob in the form of these horrible people. He did the best he could with the time he had left,for his Son. Then the Brother and " Friend" he depended on to look out for Steve's interests Betrayed him. What a Sad ,Greedy Mess they created, for the Son Bob loved so much. 💔🙏🎨🖌️🖼️ for Bob and Steve.

[@makaveli1917]

Me and my daughter were watching Bob ross and I told her that his soothing voice and the brush is soooo calming that I fall asleep, so we both watched it and we both ended up falling I asleep 🤣🤣 I'm 32 years old and she's 10

[@I-serve-you-tea]

He was famous before that

[@ablue5419]

Some people really have a rotten soul , incredibly what greed can do to others. Bob was a amazing painter and human being . Rest in peace

[@adriantaylor6490]

Did you know Bob personally? Because Bob Ross and part of his extended family ruined many many people's lives. Mine included. Read my comment up top and you'll see. There's a lot of people don't know. It goes Way Beyond this

[@Demop_VW_garage]

Those Kowalski's were something else!! Karma will come!!

[@soledude]

This is a sad story, but the full documentary is worth watching to get to know more about the betrayal by the Kowalskis.

[@annabelaviles1353]

I watched it, and it breaks my heart what those evil pos did to him, and specially his son.

[@soledude]

@@annabelaviles1353 hear hear.

[@MA-ts9qt]

What is it called, is there a link?

[@annabelaviles1353]

@@MA-ts9qt Happy Accidents, betrayal and greed, it's a Documentary on Netflix.

[@soledude]

@@MA-ts9qt en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bob_Ross:_Happy_Accidents,_Betrayal_%26_Greed.

[@jessicachernak8699]

Total BS that this would even be allowed to happen. Devil's contracts should not be honored and that is exactly what this is.

[@samgraham1936]

I literally started painting because of bob Ross he was such a special person and brilliant teacher with the calmness of his voice and his enthusiasm for people to learn to paint it’s sickening to think how his name has been exploited for money …from Sam ..Belfast ..god bless ❤️✝️

[@davewallace5008]

Unfortunately it is what makes the world go round, I wish it didn't but it does and many people will sell their own grandmother's for a few bucks - the tragic end of humanity.

[@cootersoup]

been painting 23 years thanks to Bob R.I.P. buddy

[@donnastapleton4155]

I have enjoyed Bob Ross for years, my children couldn't wait for his art classes, I to live most of my life in Daytona so again he was so calm and he made it easy to follow him and painting with him was therapeutic❤ I know I'll not buy anymore pain or brushes not because of Mr Ross, but because of the greed of his sponsors🙏🙏

[@truth-or-nothing]

I remember when I was a kid, I would spend the half hour each time it was on. Poor Bob 😢

[@annabelaviles1353]

I saw a Documentary on Netflix about his son Steve, and how he is trying to take those pos to court. I really wish he would've left everything to his son.

[@ArnoldMartinMPAMinion]

My face turned into a liquid white of sadness upon learning what happened to Bob because of these heartless couple.

[@karenlamm7571]

I agree with ya, my mood turned into Thelo Blue after watching this😪

[@kinggamer072]

It's phthalo at least that's what I think

[@Zeng-rv9mv]

The colour of money is not Sap Green.

[@JuliansStuffRoblox]

Same here, everything turned Midnight Black then Lizard Crimson for me

[@bostonbean]

I'm stunned and saddened by what people will do for money.

[@chuckcollins2349]

The love of money is the root of all evil.

[@ChiefMakes]

@@chuckcollins2349not all.

[@theruddyone6443]

​@@chuckcollins2349FACTUAL!

[@tracer0017]

It really bugs me that I had a thought that no one should ever buy a Bob Ross product ever again so these weasels dont profit. But then I was saddened that the joy Mr Ross gave the world is being used as a tool of greed. Bobs stuff should be available for everyone to enjoy. Sadly when humans are involved greed is a strong driving force. RIP Mr Ross and thankyou for what YOU did.

[@handeyecoordinationskills]

Lets just remember how brilliant Bob was and his paintings live on today , Rip bro , hi from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@showeredbygrace6940]

Smells like Colonel Parker all over again. Heartbreaking and disgusting to see the evil greed that drives people to this extreme. I pray for the son and family of Bob Ross.

[@timmurphy9312]

Very sad, Bob's work was fantastic, but he's aura and teaching was so calming, God bless him, sad the greed involved,, but then greed is the plight of man

[@scottg8314]

Damn those Kowalski's!

[@Some_one11237]

now i hate the madagascar penguin

[@timothymcintosh2932]

The mother of my daughter her name is olinski and she is evil as hell. Make's me think about the ski ending of her last name. Satan club the ski's. Rest in peace Bob

[@tjbelcher3144]

We grew up with Bob ALWAYS on at Grandma's house. She was an amazing painter,and teacher herself. Such a shame that such a fine man's legacy is tainted

[@junewhite6376]

I owe so much to the Bob Ross programmes. They taught me what the title said " The Joy of Painting. I was so sad after watching this video. My table is set up for Bob's painting but what do I do if I run out of that paint etc?. I no longer wish to invest in such an unscrupulous company. X 🇬🇧

[@eva5601]

I wanted to buy his set of paint brushes, paints, and canvases, at Michaels, but I didn't know, that he died. I googled his name last year to see what he was up to, but learned, that he died in 1995 from lymphoma. Now I am not buying those sets at Michaels. I'd rather watch him on channel 58.3 here in Southern California, because they are not receiving any money from me!

[@junewhite6376]

@@eva5601 totally agree. X 🇬🇧

[@ebrewjr1]

Check out Wildcreates. He teaches the Bob Ross method but uses winsor and Newton water soluble paints. I have learned that I don't need bri overpriced junk. Painting with Yovette is a good one as well. I hope this company folds very soon and the daughter goes homeless. Her parents are waiting for her in Hell.

[@clydeletreta6325]

The Kowalski's, they will be judged, and have to answer to God.....such greed from terrible people who had fake love and darks hearts for Bob and Steve Ross. Hell awaits for you both😡😡

[@malcolmpap]

how the green headed monster of GREED plays out in a persons life makes me sick . i watched bob ross in th early 90s in the UK and started painting as he instructed us to . Some people have no shame or Constiants . RIP BOB

[@superman00001]

Here’s what Steve should do: brand his business “The Kowalski Painting Method” and use cartoon images of his Dad as a kid mooning the camera while looking over his shoulder with a cheeky grin.

[@justanotherchannelfornow2846]

When I first started to paint, Bob Ross was my idol and it is soooo sad to hear his legacy never came to fruitition. His son and uncle should have had the whole empire, or at least his remaining shares of it when he passed away. I hope some day, somehow, it's solved in the son's favor. The K family is despicable and I will never ever buy their products, ever again and I hope people see this and also boycott the Bob Ross product line knowing that his descendants get nothing from the multi million dollar industry.

[@zeldanadia9471]

the uncle sold or turned over his share to the greedy bastards kowalskis it was the uncles fault

[@jasonmiller5995]

Mr Ross helped many people get into painting\art including myself. I will not however, buy anything with his namesake, in order to starve the greedy maggots who have shamefully stolen his gift to humanity.

[@soswag5681]

i also got into painting because of bob ross

[@adamkuestner2961]

I always used to watch this as a kid, I really hope that Bob Ross family gets everything back that was taken from them.

[@jimromansr9971]

Wow. As a person that has painted following Bob’s shows that hurts me very deeply. It just goes to show you how greed overcomes friendships, family, and doing the right thing. That’s why people stab each other in the back, that’s why people become politicians, to stab people in the back. All about money. I won’t buy from Bob Ross Inc. anymore. Very sad.

[@Nyc4u247]

Fun fact. No one is aloud to sell any of bobs paintings 🖼️ in his warehouse. There are countless paintings that remain inside . This was part of his will that wasn’t mentioned here .

[@ArtJourneyUK]

The Kowalski's own all Bob's paintings, it is them that won't sell them. This video is cut from a longer documentary where Annette Kowalski shows them in storage.

[@megamike420]

Wow i'm glad I never bought anything with Bob Ross on it. I loved watching his show as a kid and I don't want those greedy people to get a thing.

[@panatypical]

There used to be this guy on Saturday morning TV, named Nagy, who had an art show like this. I've always found it incredibly relaxing to watch someone draw or paint, or even write, but not, of course, type. It's kind of disturbing to find out what happened to Bob Ross.

[@fabrizio483]

Bill Alexander was, indeed, a better painter than Bob Ross, but as the video states, Bob's fame wasn't purely about his artistic talent. As for the legal battle, it was a shame what they did to Steve; if they were good, honest, people, they would have given 50% of everything to Bob's son.

[@sonicfreak04]

well unfortunately that's not the case, would be cool if steve had some kind of donation page so fans can give him money.

[@williamwilde5241]

actually, Bob was an awful artist, his skills were primitive, he got some basics from Bill but didn't grow as an artist at all.

[@fabrizio483]

@@williamwilde5241 I wouldn't say that he was awful. He found a way to market his skills in order to make a living off of it. Could you blame him? Most artists can only dream of being able to live of their art. But I agree that he didn't grow very much during the 13 years he made the TV show.

[@williamwilde5241]

@@fabrizio483 it was clear, that I was talking about his skills as an artist not as a seller.

[@fabrizio483]

@@williamwilde5241 chill out, my man.

[@jaja8951]

I, many years ago watched Bob in the mid 1990’s and was MESMERISED with the painting he was doing and I eventually bought the starter kit which was barely a foot long canvas and the white brushes and oil paints etc It was horrendously expensive for what u got and I looked up companies that sold the BR products to get 2” brush some big 3’x2’ canvasses again very very expensive. But after watching programme I don’t think I’ll ever buy a BR product again. ‘Bad Money’ u better watch ur back the Kowalski’s might serve u a rite

[@matrixresetinprogress]

The one person that made tv and was truly innocent.

[@hugh.g.rection5906]

big bob finna get dat innocence on

[@stephenlyon9710]

You say he is innocent, but he was sleeping with someone else's wife :/

[@deannacross4737]

@@stephenlyon9710Knowing the corruption in the minds of the Kowalski’s, makes you wonder who came on to whom…? I’m sure little miss Kowalski had a much bigger ulterior motive for extra-marital sex than did Bob. The way I see it, he was a victim in every way. And besides, even if he had wanted to go outside of his marriage for some “fun”, I can’t think of one reason why he’d pick her….certainly wouldn’t be for looks.

[@theruddyone6443]

No one is innocent. Lets be real. But far as attempting to be a wholesome soul... Like a special woman in my life, Bob was one of the few trying to be that wholesome individual.

[@jasonmoffett5420]

Bob was a great artist. He has inspired and taught me to create my own paintings and am shocked and angered to hear just how low the other family was. RIP Bob

[@swagmanandy]

Bob was a lovely man and he spoke so softly and gently because he vowed after all those years of shouting at the top of his voice he would never again do it.

[@chertaylor3602]

I grew up with Bob he was my inspiration and I hope that he can rest in peace. I will never buy another product from this paint line

[@johnjude2685]

I brought on of his painting from a neighbor who asked 20 bucks at his garage sale,And we love it and it's happy trees and mountains and go own.....Great Character he show on his TV shows.

[@Susan.Burns63]

This is sad 😢, I just discovered Bob in past couple of year's as I seen his show still shown 👍. Such a lovely man who actually inspired me as an elderly Nanna to take up classes, I'll never be a Bob Ross, but that doesn't matter ❤ thank you Bob, you'll live on in many ways 🙏🇦🇺 Goodness Bob's son sound's just like his Dad 🥲🙏

[@Santiofficial100]

This happens everyday to a lot of families and people just put it under the rug, it’s disgusting how money turns people into the devil, thanks for showing light on this, let’s pray for a better world..

[@sallyalogan7479]

No one should ever buy any Bob Ross branded products, there are plenty of excellent alternatives.

[@Zeng-rv9mv]

You should never buy big brand products. Look around and you'll find the same quality for way less money.

[@karenannc]

Those people literally stole his inheritance. Even if they helped build the business and put up the front money that doesn’t make them entitled to all the fruits of his work forever and now their children will inherit everything but his won’t. Unbelievable!!!!

[@jaja8951]

By the way remember Alexander Art who inspired Bob and became very good friends with him? Well he accused him of copying his technique and sticking a knife in his Alexander’s back. The Kowalski’s stuck a knife in Bob Ross juniors back. Oh what a tangled web we weave in copy right law 😳

[@NickRatto]

Do unntoo like they did you

[@susieq2806]

We need to ban the sales of Bob Ross products. These people will pay. Loved Bob's voice. It was so soothing it calmed me down, and helped me sleep. ❤. Shame on the Judge that let that evil couple win.

[@bradleyrobinson7552]

Bob got betrayed by the Kowalskis, but Bob was complicit with the Kowalskis in betraying Bill Alexander.

[@piratessalyx7871]

All artists copy from each other…..tis how you learn

[@emilymann1175]

​@@piratessalyx7871yeah, but the "happy little clouds" was Bill Alexanders phrase first. And Bill Alexander taught classes of people this technique, so he expected people to copy his paintings, but not steal his persona.

[@snowangelkivilcim]

Maybe there is a Karma after all..

[@inb4230]

fun fact, and Annette's husband, wich was probably the catalyst for all this! I LOVE Bob Ross, but couldn't he stick to fkn his own wife?

[@nunyabiz6588]

😅.​@@emilymann1175

[@TheNIX001]

I was so blown away when i first saw him as a kid, at 3 or 4 am on tv. Till this day his videos are so relaxing, what a prototype of a human! ❤

[@HorseyGal4ever]

Despicable! I'm an artist, I buy a lot of art products, I will NEVER EVER buy any Bob Ross products! Much respect to you Bob, R.I.P.

[@odunhops7727]

I discovered Bob Ross by accident on german TV. Every night was an episode of his "joy of painting" and I´ve been blown away ... must have watched every episode .... the I discovered Bill Alexander .... by accident .... I must say "wow........what a lovely guy - just out of this world!"

[@chauffeurmarco]

I watched this guy when I was a kid, even in my twenty. I could have watch him painting all day.

[@betterlife-relaxingmusic4847]

What disgusting people. Run by greed. I'm going to share this video so a lot more people can see what's going on.. What a sad world we live in when people put greed before friendship and family.

[@pepegayang9268]

Bob Ross lived a life of tragedy and yet he still lived through the toughest of all trials and tribulations of life... He has my respect.

[@latetotheparty4785]

Before Bob Ross, there was Bill Alexander. Same medium, same technique, same landscapes, same PBS. Just earlier than Bob Ross.

[@albatraozgirl]

I'm glad I saw this. My 9yo daughter has become obsessed with watching Bob paint and I was about to get her all of the Bob Ross painting kits they sell on Amazon. They won't get a dime from me now since it's likely owned by these evil predators.

[@primothegreat9022]

Kowalski evil deeds is on another level

[@LM-gl4gz]

Didn't know about the sad estate of Bob Ross's legacy until the Netflix documentary. His son and true friends deserve more.

[@thesting6820]

There needs to be justice for Bob Ross. He was and is a national treasure because he inspired people to learn art. He did more for American culture than he is given credit for.

[@user-sp6ju1zo3d]

I hate to say that I like this video. It is an awful story. The people who ran the BRI should be horsewhipped and made to give all their profits to charities.☹

[@timothyvanhoeck233]

God will judge them. Take comfort in at least that much. Besides, Bob Ross now has much grander opportunities like helping paint God's canvas, along with the likes of Leonardo Da Vinci, Pablo Picasso and Vincent Van Gough.

[@PUNKMYVIDEO]

God created the lake of fire for demons like these.

[@RevelationArtist]

As an artist myself, I shall never ever purchase even as much as a Bob Ross paintbrush or tube of paint after watching this video! I never knew this. It should be shared everywhere to expose the vile deceit of the couple that actually stole Bob Ross’ name and all he ever accomplished!😢

[@pamelamercado6902]

I had heard sometime ago how these greedy and selfish people had done to Bob Ross and his family. I had bought hundreds of dollars of his products but as soon as I knew his family wasn't getting any of the money and betrayal I quit buying and got many more to do the same

[@norsevapour2478]

I knew of Bob. I knew a little bit about the brand post-mortem, but the way the Kowalskies went about this? Greed is one hell of a motivator, i dont say these sorts of things. Especially on the internet, but there is a special place in the cauldron for the Kowalskies. Getting carried away, you did one heck of a video. Would like to see a little bit more content for the video, but still a job well done

[@SABOREAME68]

⭐⭐⭐⭐ It's a disgrace when greed enters the mind of some called humans. However, it's deplorable how the law system becomes BLIND on obtaining justice to those who truly deserves it. For this reason it is imperative, to have clarity in everything you own & created from the very start, with whomever you do business with.

[@stevenwhite4836]

I’m glad Bob still held true to his self and didn’t let the money influence him.

[@REDSHlFT]

I see you’ve got a relatively small channel but the presentation and quality of this video is very good! Keep up the good work and you’ll surely be growing quickly. GL

[@bad_money]

Thank you so much!

[@debbieschultz9768]

I’m glad I watched this. I will never buy Bob Ross supplies. I loathe evil people and these two top everything!!!! Shame on them. 👿👿👿👿👿👿. How do people like this live with themselves. Their day will come👍👍👍👍👍. I loved watching him paint. RIP Bob

[@bobbenbrown123]

They will meet their maker....The LORD Jesus Christ come Judgement Day 😮

[@donniecatalano]

Those shameful people should be way more exposed. Plus we should all boycott their business

[@ifilmalways7122]

Money does weird things to people.. 70++ years old, multi-millionaires, and still trying to screw everyone that they knew.. People are truly insane and the world would be better off without them.. RIP BOB!

[@rosebronikowski2022]

They sound just like the politicians in DC, don't they?

[@zeldanadia9471]

just watched the documentary on netflix and made me so sad and angry shame on Annette and Walt Kowalski and their daughter taking over the company knowing it was stolen from the ross family.. every single person, who loves Bob Ross, who honors his memory, should never ever buy anything from Bob Ross Inc.

[@adroharv9213]

the lovely Bob remembered fondly by all. When it comes to it that's all that really matters and those evil of heart will live to regret their actions. Greed of this type is for fools

[@inamorata966]

I have to say that, with due respect to BR, Bill Alexander is (was) a much better painter than Ross, and anyone who watches both can see it. (BTW, calling BA's voice a "Teutonic bark" is just an opinion of Bad Money. Alexander's is, to my ear, the voice of a man who knows what he's doing, and I rather like it.) But to BR's credit, he made artistic expression accessible and possible for many who would not have dreamed that they, too, could create and paint. And for that -- with a salute also to Alexander -- Ross deserves a ton of credit.

[@makishart3901]

This video is so eye opening to artists. It's exactly what is happening today in music as well. Most artists don't own even their own name and likeness (some till perpetuity). There's more to your art than just making it. There's the business side and there's the industry as well, which are totally different than making the art itself. It's ruthless and ugly and you have to know how to handle it, for you and your family's sake. Do not let your passion blind you into being complacent, your enemy is closer than you think. Be smart and protect your art, it's your life.

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

Noone should have the legal right to own a person’s name or work.

[@immersifiedclips]

They were the exact opposite of Bob, he was light and so if there must be darkness, they were its manifestation.

[@MrMickao]

I still watch the videos and I'm considering giving it a go someday. No matter where the money goes, it's still is the artist Bob Ross that inspires me. The Kowalski can't own his talent, his style or his personality.

[@Zeng-rv9mv]

Buy non brand.

[@occamsshavecream4541]

Very well done video on a terribly sad story. I knew some details about the Kowalski's and never bought any products. It is a shame that there is not a concerted effort to educate people about the Ross products.

[@gpo746]

Totally disgusting how it is allowed to happen .

[@leonardhevia5452]

The Kowalskis are still alive? You gotta be kidding me!

[@kaptkrunchfpv]

Wait, Bob Ross was a Drill Sargent??? HOLY CRAP! I would have never seen that coming, how tha... Wow, I can imagine him screaming at a recruit, "You think you some kind of happy fkn tree??" No, I cant imagine him even raising his voice TBH.

[@yaaroyalhighness7063]

I love his shows...and now I paint😊 RIP Mr. Ross❤❤❤