Tom Daley and Dustin Lance-Black on what they wished they'd known about parenting | British GQ

When Daley and Black had their child via surrogate, they had to learn a lot about how to make sure they did it right. Now, with Robbie Ray growing up, they're still having their eyes opened to the world of parenting.
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[@travisgrant5608]

I would have loved to have had a husband like either one of these guys. It wasn't possible for me in my time. I'm so glad that I have lived long enough now to be able to see that this is now accepted and celebrated. It's a beautiful thing.🌈👨‍👨‍👦🌈

[@HawthorneHillNaturePreserve]

NEVER too late my friend!

[@PaulaSantosAntunes]

I think you guys are very grounded, have a clear sense of priorities and are loving parents. Robert Ray will be just fine :D

[@HarrisonGo]

They are both very talented and excellent parents to Robbie. ❤️👨‍👨‍👦 🏳️‍🌈

[@ser9656]

My gawd, they're a cute couple.

[@jimwilloughby]

Dustin, I just finished your book and I must say , at 71 I've read a couple uh three books in my time, None of them touched me like your's did. I wept with sadness, joy, and a whole lot of other emotions. In the end, I sobbed a flood of sorrow. Word perfect, Dustin. Word. Perfect.

[@organisedme]

They are so humble, intelligent,, passionate and so cute .they always have something for us to learn.

[@jameszhang8152]

Family is not just about the child, but also about the parents. And authenticity is a crucial element in parents as role models

[@iamshebang]

I find Lance a very profound and insightful person. I could listen to him my entire life. 😍

[@jerandzanes3455]

Studies show that doing a nice thing for another person improves your immune system, the immune system of the receiver and the immune system of anyone who witnessed the good thing.

[@brianeduardo1234]

Am reading Lance’s book it is extraordinary he is wonderful writer - am loving every word

[@aborealisbore6265]

What is the name of the book?

[@alanletford5301]

99

[@jerandzanes3455]

I read it in one day! Could not put it down and cried multiple times. No book has touched me like that.

[@brianeduardo1234]

@@jerandzanes3455 I read it more slowly to savour the quality of the writing, which is terrific. I did not cry till the end and then could not see the pages for the tears... a tour de force of writing cannot recommend it more highly

[@kapchi]

@@aborealisbore6265 mamas boy

[@heidic9465]

I am obsessed with this family. Love them to bits.

[@sidsid6380]

I’m loving that jacket!

[@clarehughes1543]

This is really beautiful. Robbie has got two very special parents, he really couldn’t have asked for better. Keep doing what you’re doing. 👨‍👨‍👦💙💙

[@michellek5550]

I absolutely love them😍they are one of my favorite couples and I wish them lots of happy moments with their sweet little boy! ☺️

[@katethawley4356]

I love them. They are a great role model

[@chazharrison5646]

Shame the video wasn’t longer so we learnt more about their little family. Loving the Black-Daley 2018 light box

[@sh4nnz]

Chaz Harrison Tom has a channel with several videos of his home life with lance and life as a professional diver which are all so entertaining. His channel is called Tom Daley🙂

[@lauraayo9370]

What a great couple! I love them so much: they are truly inspiring people. Just by watching them talk one can actually see all the love and care and happiness they feel for each other and for little Robbie Ray... it radiates like light from them. ❤

[@shau-lin4629]

"like light" -a very good description!

[@jakegilbert8116]

My husband just left me and took all my money. 14years, 3yrs married. Been watching you guys both between MILK and the Olympics. You both give me hope on love and adopting. 💋

[@micheleb.489]

I sincerely hope things are now looking up for you.

[@Letissiaskatetapes24]

Love to the Black-Daley family.

[@MartinRiosIII]

They are the cutest most adorable couple ever 😘😘♥️♥️

[@sobelou]

Heart just melted....

[@izzyjohnson7212]

Hold on, is anyone else wondering what accent Robby’s gonna form?! I mean I know they live in England but he’s still growing up around Lance sooo

[@liberalsforliberty]

He'll have an English accent but be able to speak fluent American. That's my guess :)

[@kentst8956]

Maybe he will be bi-accental.

[@asherunderground7951]

From experience, he’ll probably have a mostly English accent but with certain words or phrases sounding American. Both my parents are American but moved to the UK before I was born and that what my accent is so that’s my best guess.

[@pedegui1857]

@@asherunderground7951 yeah my dads english and my mums australian, i sound australian but i say some things in the british way, like how i pronounce certain words like "pastor" and "yoghurt".

[@jaee1101]

Both of them will be a greatest parents in the hole world 👏

[@fen6904]

Love this little family ❤️

[@rickybrooks3655]

Robbie could not have such great parents, you will have a life time of joy watching him and you growing ❤️ together.

[@mars-hulking2475]

They are so beautiful people love them 👨‍👨‍👧

[@dleimkuehler]

Tom is so fantastic..

[@prissyclement4337]

What an incredible video. Thank you. Tom, you are correct about carrying on of names. My dad was Quinton Ray, I am Theresa Raye and my grandson is Owen Ray. We are from Texas as well. Y'all are the best. Tight hugs

[@chrissitucci4626]

You guys are such wonderful parents!!!

[@lelandpeck4585]

thanks, guys! a super, informative video!

[@pierrebeukes6315]

This was a verry sweet video. Thanks.

[@debftlee9990]

Lovely interview ❤️

[@mousykatka]

Oh I love these two sooo much!!! 💗💗💗💗

[@travisgrant5608]

Absolutely love this video! 👍💓

[@chiarapontevia8054]

This video is awesome🥰 they’re good parents!

[@willemmeyer4596]

Dustin and Tom, I love watching your vdeos from time to time. Your parenting experiences bring back so many memories. All 3 my children are now grown up and out of the house. A bit of advise - enjoy every moment of your son's growing up. Before you blink your eyes they are grown up and out of the house. The sleepless nights are not fun, but they will soon come to an end - until the next one arrives!

[@TFCinWDC]

And don't forget the sleepless nights you'll have when he is out with friends and has the car!

[@rickmeyers401]

Love you guys!

[@todiepkhanh4509]

Neil & David, Nate & Jeremiah better watch out, Tom & Dustin are coming for cutest family title.

[@emeldaify]

Don't forget Matt and Blue awesome !

[@Kevynmorgan]

Tô Diệp Khanh ikr 🤣🤣🤣

[@Kevynmorgan]

emeldaify true

[@mellaspain2312]

Lovely couple with a very luck little boy ❤️

[@13liveforlove]

Robbie how lucky you are 💛

[@loishastings9098]

Loving Lance's jacket.

[@shood35]

No matter what it is...babies are beautiful. It’s all worth it.

[@jaimekstillo1]

AWWW LOVE THEM

[@khayziekayz]

Love them both! ❤️

[@MM-bf1zm]

Well done guys you are soooo inspiring

[@wholeNwon]

Exactly right: If you haven't done something...anything...for someone else during the day, it really hasn't been a great day. I would add that you should try to do at least some of those acts during the day for strangers. You will often be astounded by their reaction. For instance, a month ago there was an older woman ahead of me in a checkout line. She didn't have enough money for her things and was sort of desperately trying to decide what she could put back. There was nothing frivolous in her basket. I didn't have the glasses that I'd ordinarily need to read the numbers on bills, etc. so I just held out a hand with currency and asked her to take what she needed. She took very little despite my urging to take more. She thanked me profusely. When I checked out the cashier was crying. Such a simple thing and so many memories created.

[@alessia3482]

They are so cutee❤️

[@diviandrycardona1872]

Beautiful video. As a mother and grandmother can feel your pain on Robbies teething. There's also something called " Growth Spur" it's really painful to kids. Just talk to his pediatrician about it and look for it. Wishing you the best as a family and Robbie Ray has the best parents.

[@kathrynwitte3398]

Diviandry Cardona growth *spur* or spurt?

[@Videowatcher8272]

Ohh soo cuteee 😍😍❤❤😭😭

[@chrolli247]

Tom is just as smart as Lance! Forget age...

[@mscott3918]

chrolli247 Age is only the calendar

[@mandy5313]

Six teeth coming through at once is absolute agony.

[@kelelithabane2849]

😁

[@jbt6007]

Tom scored real good on his husband!

[@kelelithabane2849]

And so did Lance

[@johnfritzbibal4269]

Sending Love to the both of you 😊 from Philippines 💖💖💖

[@sammyh333]

love lance n tom

[@laffchatt5715]

I just love to watch ull....❤️

[@glennnixon9436]

I believe the world would be a better place if we only treated others like you would want to be treated and Tom was taught from his parents to do at least one nice thing to someone per day. LisL

[@jamesrobinson2175]

Lance looks good for his age. I'd love to meet Lance!!!!

[@rachelyay2572]

the cutest couple ever !!

[@charless.sturdivant]

Thats good to know

[@johnhayes4456]

Alright you two dear men...as I may not publish a comment on the Lorraine video, I'm doing so here to tell Tom that although I've admired his talent, his persistence, his physical feats, charm, good looks and steady mind, I've not been jealous 'til tonight. When I saw Lance on Lorraine, his shoulders looking magnificent in a well fitted shirt, his great skin showing on his chest and face, and I witnessed once again his talent, his charm and his beautiful mind, I became vigorously jealous that you have Lance's smile wit and charm as your steady companions and I do not. So, superstar, I'm still a huge fan, but our relationship has become slightly troubling. BTW the "talks" you and Lance have done for the Unions are great listens. Go on boys, be your distinguished selves. Just let me keep peeping in on your family, please.

[@helenesteban453]

Wow Pero q papasitos mmm😋tom y dustin 😁

[@artbaugh3]

❤️❤️❤️

[@susanmorgan9074]

Lance and Robbies poop 😍 how can you not love him ❤️

[@ericlevorson9787]

I like 👍 you and lance 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@nonamenoname2767]

And he forgot to say that the best law but the incredibly high treatment and surrogacy fees like x5 times higher than the other parts in the world where it is legal like east europe and cyprus.

[@msprince4676]

Me love ❤

[@user-ct2bv8to6k]

i would a lance

[@praticiaflauzino9654]

💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖😘

[@perrycomeau2627]

Teething is clover. Soothe and wash, sometime it smells terrible and is green, but that's a healthy sign.

[@perrycomeau2627]

I think its a great stunt. wtg 2dads.

[@snakefarm7174]

In another world Tom Daley is married to me.

[@mckennathompson7931]

lance-45 tom-25 me😳

[@sophyoung903]

What accent is that kid gonna have? Its gonna be pretty unique.

[@la.uralox]

Mango Melons they live in London so it will be a London accent, obviously closer to Tom’s but still not the exact same

[@DwynTwo]

Probably depends on who spends the most time with the kid...my mom stayed at home for the first three years of my life, she's from Berlin and my dad has a Swabian dialect, I speak like my mom.

[@lydiavenema]

their son is destined to be a country star... because he shares a name with hannah montana’s dad duh

[@Ghet104]

I wonder if they're already expecting baby #2

[@mamoswineage1881]

Wait.... Am I the first comment?

[@juancarlospalomo9646]

The poo.😐

[@nadinejohn7049]

Fyi tutu

[@betelgezaa]

Why tom was so serious? Why he wasn’t childish as usual ? I want Tom to be childish !

[@raquel7413]

You can't be childish all the time

[@betelgezaa]

Rachel Lancaster with getting old cones seriousness .....-(

[@michellea9857]

This is so pc

[@rosepetal34]

no its just their lives

[@Robby334]

Personally, it's not right for a child to have males as parents they need a Mum and a Dad

[@rosepetal34]

No they don’t they need parents/ a parent if two aren’t possible

[@drmc3617]

Children having children? Did you try parenting classes? I have 3 kids.

[@stillirise9705]

Lance is in his 40s and Tom early 20s, they're not children. Classes and books can only teach u so much, me and my husband have 5 under 10 and I can say I haven't really got anything from classes or a book. It's on the job learning

[@raquel7413]

Lance is 45 and Tom is 25 they aren't children they are adults instead of being on KZbin complaining maybe you should go take care of your 3 perfect children

[@drmc3617]

Rachel Lancaster thanks, they are very awesome. So it is true if you invest then you will get great results.

[@BEGGARWOOD1]

How boring . I mean who cares . People have been doing it for 1000’s of years

[@Sigita989]

same sex parents? you mixing something up

[@vukkicos5688]

@@Sigita989 And why should it matter if it is same sex parenting? Parenting is parenting.

[@thepunisher5705]

@@vukkicos5688 if only everyone thought like that, dude.

[@kakumei77]

They are both gross to

[@austineyestone5746]

????

[@michaeldooley991]

Spoken like a true closet case…..