He Died 30 Years Ago, Now His Family Finally Confirms What We Were All Thinking

[@jamesash5792]

I have 2 of his paintings... Left to me by my grandmother who worked at pbs when ross did... Watching him has a kid inspired my artistic side ...i do a class once a month in the bob ross style... He was a true treasure for not just my generation but all

[@Davidj-r8l]

Bob Ross helped me become the person I am now .I was a mad and bad kid with artistic skills but I was lost . watching Bob paint and the way he carried himself helped me be who I actually am I realized you didn't have to be tough you could just be a good person.thank u Bob

[@knitwit7082]

My middle daughter, now 43, LOVED him: she can't paint a stroke or draw a straight line, but she would watch these shows for hours.

[@BreakfastOmelet]

Bob Ross, Jim Henson, Fred Rogers. People this world needs more of but sadly lack.

[@The-L-Factor]

Bob was just an all-around GOOD man. May he RIP. 🙏

[@paulahawes8694]

Watched Bob Ross as a child with my mother who loved to paint. Now, in 2023 my grandson and I watch. RIP Bob

[@WayPastCrazy2525]

Despite the Kowalskis being blood-sucking, horrible human beings, I still watch Bob Ross because in this current world of doom and gloom, he truly does bring "Joy" to life, even decades after his passing. The Kowalskis can have the money; no one will remember them in the end.

[@Hillr2249]

How terrible

[@LoreInPeace]

The world isn't doom and gloom, your world is doom and gloom😢.

[@Cjohn31]

God will remember everyone's works theirs including

[@barbarac8422]

I loved Bob Ross. He is sorely missed. Shame on that wicked couple who used and abused him for their own greedy, selfish, financial gain. They owe him and his family tremendously!

[@TarotKiller-y6i]

If you love him so much then why don't you marry him?

[@DidiArte]

Bob was my first teacher. I was disabled and in an electric wheelchair many years ago. I decided to paint, to learn to do what I had always wanted to do, since I could no longer work as a nurse. I bought paints, brushes, and canvases and followed along with his show. That was SO long ago. And I am still painting. Though I have branched out in styles and media, Bob is still watching over my shoulder while I work!

[@radiomindchatter7994]

My ex girlfriend worked for Avis in Nashville Municipal Airport and loved Bob Ross..said he was absolutely the nicest person she ever met and dealt with him often.

[@loriethomas169]

I watched him every saturday on pbs. Bob was just amazing. His voice was the calmest ive ever heard. Such a talented man

[@wild0077]

His son still did not get anything from his father's inheritance. The kowalskis got everything. They robbed Bob's family and continue to do so.

[@MisteryMan2000]

Even though I never learned to paint, I grew up watching Bob Ross. His show was mesmerizing to me.

[@DP-ih6nt]

I had no idea about the Kowalskis. But I can tell you this much now, I will NEVER again purchase another item that uses Bob Ross name. And as an Artist myself, I’ll be sure to pass the information in this video along. Their ill gotten gain won’t follow them to the judgement seat of God, but their evil deeds certainly will.

[@John--qh9xl]

Bob was such a huge blessing to so many. Thanks, Bob.

[@CynVee]

My dad loved him, so I loved him. Remember that little squirrel he kept in his pocket? My dad never missed an episode. He just always came across as a kind, gentle man. Those Kowalskis were evil 😈

[@marjoriedowden1585]

A unique and amazing man. I love watching him create "beauty" from the beauty around him and do so with such "ease". Truely amazing.

[@theefranchise1299]

We all know Bob Ross, we never knew the kowalskis, his name will live on forever, while those one people, sorry, forgot theirs names, will never matter. Rest In Painting Paradise to a great man. A legend.

[@shirleyn546]

A gentle soul. God bless Bob

[@michellesullivan8859]

Bob was my happy place. Miss him.

[@gilbertsickler2528]

I’m 50 years old now I grew up watching Bob and I still watch his episodes today in 2024. I’ve lived in Alaska my whole life and will never leave. God bless you, Bob.

[@siramat76]

Bob had another mind and he's still teaching us today, Im one of his students in 2024

[@jamespacheco825]

Bob Ross is a great gift to us all. A hero in my world. I have learned so much from him. Thank you. Bob!

[@jradonabike]

I named my dog Bob Ross and boy the looks I get at the dog park when I yell "Bob Ross"! Just like his namesake he's the chillest pup around. RIP Bob Ross the legend.

[@KaliKali-hv9bt]

Omg I respect his kindness and strength in trying to help animals growing up and wanting to be gentler with others.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@cesarmedina7080]

He had an amazing ability to draw people in. I remember as a kid someone would change the channel and bob would be on painting. Slowly as each person in the house noticed or heard Bob on tv, they would come in and get mesmerized by him. By the end of the show, everyone in the household would be in front of the tv watching. Many years later i was in a medical facility and i happened to catch the Joy of Painting on tv in the clinic lounge. Same thing happened, slowly one by one people would get sucked in and by the end of the show a big crowd of people were in the lounge watching the show including some of the medical staff. He had some kind of special power to lure people into watching him paint. He made painting look so incredibly easy and his demeanor voice and appearance was one of a kind.

[@suearmstrong4108]

Great artist loved his soft voice and gentle spirit as he painted

[@alymshep]

Bob Ross was and will forever be the artist. All others are leaches. What belonged to Bob, belongs to his children.

[@caroleshay9153]

My father used to watch Bob's show. My father practiced painting. He painted a nice scene on a hand saw blade. I have this treasure in my home as my father has passed years ago. I also enjoyed watching Bob's show.

[@elcoqui5932]

Bob ross one of the greatest art painting artist of all time i always like watching how he made his art work come to life ,, 🎨 God bless him .

[@keester_1580]

GOD BLESSED YOU BOB ROSS AT LEAST NO ONE CAN TAKE THAT AWAY FROM YOU!!

[@kelliryan464]

My husband, daughter and I watched (and listened) to Bob Ross on PBS channel KQED San Francisco and we all loved him. He taught us all to paint and we loved every minute. Shame on those cheaters. Rest in heavenly peace dearest Bob. Happy clouds.

[@gwynshelmerdine6403]

Beautiful soul! 🦋🌻❤️

[@arabianhorses4ever115]

I loved Bob Ross, he inspired me to paint. When I was young, I remember watching the show. It was so relaxing, like meditation. Completely humble greatness, no one will ever be like Bob.

[@cue881-yo7kz]

I loved to watch him each week when I was growing up. He had a calming way about him. He had great vision and put it on canvas for all of us. Now he is enjoying his time in heaven. So deserved! Thank you Bob!

[@ginitaprofitt4065]

I love Bob Ross and enjoy his 30 minute painting shows. I find that painting relaxes me and takes my mind away from the pain of rheumatism. Shame on the people who took advantage of him and his family. I really enjoy his brushes and paints and find they are quite different than other options. I don’t like that others are profiting from it but it keeps his legacy alive. Rest in peace Bob. God bless.

[@mikegrunden9605]

He was a wonderful person and a great artist. I always have a place in my heart for Bob and his family

[@mwitters1]

Bob is so awesome. I absolutely love that he just decided to become a softer person after leaving the military. Such a awesome inspiration.

[@thermalchill]

Beautiful hearts live forever . I am grateful for Bob Ross's life as gift fir all of us .

[@nancy8145]

Love love love to bob ross. I painted many canvasses in 30 minutes with him though they were never as good as his I enjoyed the experience❤❤❤❤

[@cavlizzy]

I heard this story years ago. What the Kowalski’s did to Bob & his son’s was awful. They are terrible people. I have always felt especially bad for Steve. He grew up painting with his Dad…. And deserved so much more from his Dad’s estate.

[@alucardtepes4420]

such a legend. Need more people like him in this world.

[@saccs470]

I still watch Bob, twice a week!

[@freespeech-advocate]

used to sit up to 3am to watch our bob what a great guy his laugh every time he cleaned his brushes cracked me up. RIP BOB

[@ericnorth4517]

Thank you for everything Bob!!! ❤️

[@WorldofPaintings]

Although I have been painting for quite a long time, Bob Ross really made everyone feel that painting is easy and you can do it. Watching him on PBS and then I bought all the series DVDs which I watch them even now. I have painted many paintings in his style, some I kept and some I gifted. Even today I use his techniques and there are some videos on my channel dedicated to him, which I finger painted on ceramic tile using Bob Ross Paints (which I have lots of them). I can't get enough of watching him paint surrealistic and colorful scenes. Even today I learn something out of them.

[@eLectric_692]

I love watching this great man.. I seen an episode for the first time in 2022 and, in awe of his paintings, I was hooked to his character immediately. There won't be another.. God bless his soul, and his family. ❤

[@michaelprosperity3420]

What a fun guy. A true American Icon. RIP Bob and may you be relaxing under a happy little tree in Heaven.

[@H4me7215]

I never knew he died until recently! Loved his personality n painting talents.❤

[@lorim8070]

You are so very missed! Now I know why I loved him! He was an Air Force veteran like my dad who became a Senior Aeronautical Engineer, I miss them both! Bob taught me how to paint! My Dad taught me how to love!

[@Michael-q4z6i]

BOB WAS FIGHTER TILL THE END, MUCH RESPECT 😮

[@astelbele]

I have always enjoyed watching him paint. It relaxed me and his soothing voice and art coming to life was wonderful. R.I.P ❤

[@Davidj-r8l]

I watched Bob Ross on QVC for most of my younger life .never knew anything about his life and how these discusting people tried to rule his life and name.much love to a man that helped me find myself through his paintings and his attitude.rest in peace Bob Ross

[@sandiecuppett8445]

I loved Bob Ross!! Watching his PBS shows was the first time I felt like I might possess a tiny bit of creativity. I now have 3 pictures that I created, hanging in my dining room. Two done with colored pencils and one done with soft pastels. No, they weren't Bob Ross style paintings, but I give him total credit for awakening that creativity in me. Bob Ross will always be my hero. And I agree with a previous commenter. No one will remember the parasitic Kowalskis. All their money did not give them peace or happiness.

[@Moxiestechnical]

I love Bob Ross he really was a great helper with my son as a baby to a little man.. he teached my son how to be a good artist

[@terrellallen2590]

I have never picked up a paintbrush but I still watch Bob's show

[@ErnestineBeard]

Thank you for sharing for I always watched his program and enjoyed them as a matter of fact I still watch them when I see them on TV.

[@NonPlayableCharacterOne]

BOB ROSS... LEGEND

[@aliciasavino9809]

An amazing Artist and human being:)

[@patrickmills8605]

Loved watching his paintings come to life, happy little trees, Slapping that wide brush on the esle. God bless you Bob

[@NUNYA79.]

Nothing more relaxing and enjoyable than watching and listening to Bob paint. Love you, Bob .

[@user-fk7iz3zu8j]

I miss Bob Ross🙏💯 I watch his show every day 🙏🥰💯

[@theoryofpersonality1420]

Loved, Missed, Never Forgotten, Bob Ross 💔

[@myway660]

He was a wonderful person ❤❤❤

[@vickimerritt2832]

How sad such a talented soul was wrought and harmed by others greed.

[@alicemeyer307]

Love his paintings. I watch him when I was little.and still do

[@danielcruz8347]

Fascinating life story. Do remember watching show. Sad about his too early passing.. Thank you for sharing. 💐🎨🖼🙂🙏🏼💐

[@charlesgreco6964]

Always comforting to watch and try his style.

[@davidpaysonsr6470]

I got hooked watching Bob while on layoff. I could watch him for hours then, and if I come across one of his shows now, I drop what I'm doing to watch. Rip Bob and thanks!

[@jogottman22]

Love Bob Ross he's the reason I took up painting. I haven't been brave enough to do oils yet. But hope to soon.

[@bubbletip9836]

Greed, knows no bounds so all the art supplies that you see in the store with the Bob Ross name on it the money is going to Kowalski‘s. Nope won’t be buying anymore of that.

[@dao8805]

The Kowalskis stealing Bob Ross's name and fortune has been known for a while. I can't believe the number of commenters saying they still watch the episodes that are now owned by the Kowalskis. Why reward these greedy people by further enriching them? Watch the same technique demonstrated by his equally talented son, Steven Ross and honor Bob's memory at the same time by supporting his son. Also, don't buy any of the Bob Ross products because those are all owned by the Kowalski's too.

[@chistophereggers8105]

A kind hearted soul who inspired many to experience joy in painting.He was a talented artist who paints for God now.I miss Bob Ross

[@edgardocrespo3840]

Am a fan. God Bless.

[@cebuanostud]

"The disadvantage his death would cause them was more important to them than the loss of life itself." 😢

[@Grandoll4]

My husband and I started watching The Joy of Painting when it began in 1983. We had no idea it had just begun. We were a young married couple having married in 1983! He has always been amazing to watch and listen to! Thank you Bob Ross! Shame on the Kowalskis!!

[@raymondperez2972]

I loved this person. Always made you feel like he was in the same room talking to you about painting and the useful techniques you can apply to your canvas. Aloha!

[@bogdanabraham9979]

Greed is everywhere Nothing new. But what a great artist Wow

[@heidicameron878]

I loved his show!!❤❤❤

[@sandypawz645]

Bob Ross paintings were all beautiful and unique. May he rest in peace.🙏

[@spiritthingw]

This is a sad story about what greed can do.

[@gregoryknox4444]

I loved and still do watch his work. I bought all of his DVD & Paints so i can attempt to find the joy he did. Thanks for posting,.

[@justinatsmokebgone3747]

My mother loved watching him every week when I was in school and lived w my parents 30 years ago. She still paints, and we still speak of Bob Ross's awesomeness 🫡

[@theoneandonly2421]

He was a true legend. I watched this man day in and day out as a young child. Im now 40 years old. Watching this video, took me back to a time when life and this world was much easier and stable. Maybe I was just young and innocent, who knows. What I do know is, I would give anything to step back into those days, just one more time.

[@JMyoutube1]

Bob was the best. How could anyone not enjoy his show.

[@leislsmith4293]

I LOVE BOB ROSS. Thank you so much for sharing

[@Shadow123276]

Very inspiring in many ways

[@pamelajunck146]

He was an Earth Angel- sent to bring people creativity and joy. I know he’s being held in the arms of Angels for his unconditional love💜

[@terrymoore565]

Money destroys everything good...but it destroys evil as well..

[@luannnapier6255]

Bob Ross was a humble painter that taught everyone how to see the world in a beautiful way. A viewer didn't have to paint. We could watch and hear the gentle sound of Ross' voice to escape from the pressures of the world. It is a shame that the Kowalskis were so desperate to make money that they couldn't fully understand Bob Ross' message, to share an omnionce of peace and calm through art.

[@sandyduell4298]

I love Bob Ross. I am ashamed of what the Kowalskis did to his sons. I love his paintings and his gentle voice. RIP

[@chuckanderson888]

His show inspired me to pursue art as a poor child. I only could afford crayons, construction paper, drawing tablets, and marker, pen ad ink, craypaws, and colored pencils.

[@sabrinanascimento5248]

He taught me how to paint 🎨.

[@briangraham3329]

Best afro on any white guy I ever seen. I loved watching his show after school

[@bobtrevorah2305]

I watched Bob's shows whenever I could when they were still current. Such a wonderful, relaxing, soothing voice. He made me feel relaxed and I looked forward to his next episode.

[@seanclark2531]

I loved watching "The Joy of Painting" back in the eighties.I watch clips here on KZbin if I feel the need to relax,appreciate art or indulge in nostagia.

[@rionholdtonceandfutureboat8947]

What a persevering soul to have navigated ALL THAT and STILL remain sweet with his eye towards true beauty and wonder. Despite such personal assault, abuse and tragedy, Bob Ross IS the victor!

[@TheBorneomann]

I remember watching Bob when i was young. I am happy to know that gentle and soothing voice us accompanied by a an equally gentle soul. RIP Bob and thanks for the memories.

[@Noamgood]

Shame shame on the Kowalski, I learned so much from Bob and have great respect for his teaching. Someone should step forward and help his family get back his company

[@sheryldewitt2926]

My dad and I would watch him paint. A memory I will never forget. Thank you Bob Ross. You’re an Angel