Trekkies James Doohan Clip

How James Doohan prevent a fan from committing suicide.

[@MajorButtons]

this is a man who invaded normandy, and once flew under a bridge to prove it could be done in that particular airframe. but the greatest thing he did was talk someone out of her suicidal depression. the world needs more of him.

[@cageordie]

He flew between two telephone poles. If he also flew under a bridge then some details would be nice.

[@slakingfool]

A man who survived D-Day knows the value of life.

[@TiptronicSS]

😥😥😥 what a heartfelt story, what a man.. impossible to stop tears when you hear this..

[@thebacons5943]

I did not know this. Damn. Thanks for this comment.

[@michaelgreenwood3413]

Not just D-day, Juno Beach, the second worst one to land on. That had a full-blown Tank battle going on on it during the landing.

[@WildNorWester]

He was truly a great man.

[@ReelMeurik]

+WildNorWester "Don't try to be a great man, just be a man. Let history make it's own judgment. - Zefram Cochrane" History has proven that Jimmy Doohan is/was a great man, even if he most probably didn't believe it himself.

[@russell5078084]

Monty Leverett without a doubt, this awesome man, inspired generations of people to become engineers.

[@virginiaconnor8350]

That was sweet of him! I wonder what he'd think of Chris playing his role in "Star Trek Continues"? I know what I think. Chris outdoes Simon Pegg in the JJ Abrams films since they cancelled "STC"!

[@patrickharris9911]

Just goes to show how important a cultural force can be. Some people think it's sad for a person to have that kind of dedication to a television show, or a collection of movies or whatever, but it's a very noteworthy thing. What is it about Trek and other cultural forces that causes people to latch on to it? Just going by this story, and by the probability of there being countless others just like it, Trek is more than a television show, it's something that speaks to people on a personal level that it makes them feel good just by being a part of it. Regardless of how you feel about Trek, as it's far from everyone's cup of tea, this shows that it is a positive force in the world, and quite literally is capable of saving lives.

[@cl1cka]

+Patrick Harris Well to be honest the same people that say those things, have the same level of dedication towards sports team for example. And in their tiny brain their dedication is the only one that is justified somehow, everything else is stupid.....If someone says something like that, while he is filling his room with sports related souvenirs - I automatically assume they are mentally challenged.....

[@ol9363]

@patrick harris , all i know is that as a star trek fan and ever other star trek fan i know of is a good decent person.......so what ever it maybe, star trek has a positive effect on people. so yes i agree with you, im sure it has saved lives and improved lives and it will continue to do so. it is more than an average tv show....its an idea. thats what i always loved about it

[@TimeTravelerJessica]

James Doohan was such a kind person. So many people would have just ignored it or not read it in the first place - instead he went out of his way to make sure she was okay.

[@jamesbowden4871]

So true. Honestly, Shatner would have ignored it. It's sad that we lost the best Star Trek actors -- Deforest Kelly, James Doohan, and Leonard Nimoy -- first.

[@kryten09]

Class act. As someone that's been as low as that woman. I can't stress how important acts of kindness like he showed showed this woman.. This stranger.. Can make all the difference on the path to getting better.

[@yakkowarner664]

Yes. I may not be in the same situation but he is uplifting after a bad day like a good laugh since after all, laughter is the best medicine like Doohan and Nimoy are for bad days.

[@ianmccown2934]

All I can honestly say... is why did people dislike this video... such a good guy

[@Gherragh]

+Ian Mccown Missclicks mostly.

[@ao3312]

+FraggingBard How about you grow up and learn to understand what he is saying, he wasn't talking about himself dumbass, he wasn't even voicing his opinion so his "mentality" as you said it isn't even in his statement and that is what it was, a statement.

[@ao3312]

+Will Pack He thought you was referring to yourself hating, that is the only conclusion I can come up with that makes any sense.

[@l337pwnage]

Shatner fanboys probably.

[@jrwsaranac]

"The best thing I ever did in my life." No sir, it was one of many great things you did in your life. Jimmy Doohan, HERO.

[@kilotun8316]

So proud to be a Canadian and an engineer (sort of). James Doohan fought for his country in WW2, but even after that, saved someone's life. The shear amount of awesome from this man is quite incalculable. Still is an inspiration...

[@Tzimisce90]

Kilo Tun I say he fight to liberate my country :D

[@evag_is_Mycroft_holmes]

Kilo Tun shatner played a hero, jimmy was one

[@CanuckGod]

While Shatner was the more famous Canadian cast member, it's guys like James that make all us fellow Canadians proud :)

[@meta.5studios]

>try not to cry >fail >fail the hardest ever in your life >cry a lot

[@MrStitty26]

You can tell he cares for her and was so happy to hear that she managed to better her life not many people would do that these days, so much respect for that guy. as a person who is bi polar, the world needs more people like him. So much respect for that man. Just shows you that you don't need to mover the world to help some one suffering from depression.

[@Iantorchwood94]

He loved his fans. He was a real sweetheart, always willing to help people, ready to lend them a hand, just like he did with this girl. He was a real wonder. I'm glad we had such people on Earth.

[@hotpants7364]

We still do have people like this on earth. They're just as rare as they were back then.

[@TonyAncom]

What a great man... You sir were definitely not one of those men who let fame get to his head. Thank you, and rest in peace. You will not be forgotten.

[@alieninwhite]

The best stement ever about the wonderful Jimmy Doohan from himself! Thank you, Denise Crosby! This is the way I want to remember him forever and ever! Montgomery Scotty, James Doohan, no matter the name, you're gonna live on our minds and hearts till the end of time!

[@TiggerKat]

WOW Brought tears to my eyes also.. I had the pleasure of meeting him many years ago in San Diego and he was a Wonderful man to know and talk to. RIP Scotty Joe

[@DrDK144]

I'm glad he was able to help that girl. R.I.P Scotty! This story makes me think about this morning when I was met this girl in my drawing class, and she said she's had a history of depression and anxiety. Thankfully she said me talking to her was at least something that made her feel better, even though it wasn't exactly what she needed. I'm now very interested in keeping in contact with her so I can help her though any problems she goes through, while trying to make her feel happier and special.

[@awnnerd]

With great power, comes great responsibility. His conviction, attitude and actions are the mark of this man. Just like Scotty, evidence first. RIP "Jimmy". Millions miss you.

[@saquist]

WOW. Thank you Mr. Doohan for making this world a little nicer!

[@sarahkinsey5434]

Words can't describe how I feel for this man. The world needs to be filled with people like him. Between D-Day, Star Trek, and this, he will be loved forever. More people need to know about him. This story is what the song On The Turning Away says to do "Just a world that we all must Share It's not enough just to stand and stare Is it only a dream that there'll Be No more turning away?" is the last stanza. I want to live by this song and be like James Doohan.

[@HighlandStudio91]

What an incredibly sweet man...I wish there were a billion more people like Mr. Doohan! How I wish had the same fascination for Star Trek then(when I was kid),that I've had in recent years...as if I did,I would have attended every convention possible and would have met this amazing person!

[@davidvondoom2853]

Ya, I wish I could have met him.

[@yakkowarner664]

I wish I was born sooner so I coulda said to Doohan that he was the best inspiration Trekkies had.

[@prowlerwolf88]

Every time I watch this, I tear up. He was an incredibly kind, wonderful man and he is missed by countless people

[@davidjradich]

I met Mr. Doohan at a Convention just after I lost a finger in an accident aboard ship in the Navy. He showed me his missing finger and gave me some encouragement. Years later I saw him at another convention and he remembered me. Very nice guy. Class act. The world is an emptier place without him.

[@Jeffreysaunt]

I never knew this about him. Makes me love and respect his kind heart even more.

[@flyboy952]

We miss you James...Great character & Great Canadian!

[@Christheatheist1]

I worked with him at a few conventions. What a nice guy! So sweet. He is missed.

[@DM-sj9dq]

I'm crying watching this. Love him so much💖

[@ACLTony]

What an example of how to live well. Reaching with humility and saving a precious life! What true example for us. God rest his wonderful soul.

[@sethmeistergee]

A true mensch. RIP, Jimmy.

[@punksquid85]

People wonder why SciFi is such a big deal. It's because of stuff like this that inspires me and brings other people together. LLAP

[@ncc74656m]

James Doohan, not only a great actor, but a great man. Thank you for inspiring generations to come, Scotty, we all miss you so terribly.

[@00bikeboy]

A wonderful man. We'll never forget you Mr. Doohan.

[@yakkowarner664]

I only knew him ever since I discovered Star Trek after Nimoy's death, ironically. But he isn't dead as long as we remember him like Deforest Kelley and Leonard Nimoy.

[@WolfieRich1]

This brings a tear to my eye every time. This is why I love Star Trek and all it stands for.

[@ncc74656m]

Scotty, you'll always live long in our hearts, and we sincerely miss you. Good luck on the greatest voyage of them all.

[@porkwilliam]

Where I come from, that's what we call a gentleman. People like Jimmy Doohan give me hope for the human race.

[@mikebasil4832]

Thank you, Jimmy, for sharing this very special and most personally heartfelt story.

[@6G3rm4N9]

Captains Log, Stardate -308943.05891679344: I cried

[@yakkowarner664]

Only a few things drive me to near tears and this is one of them.

[@trogdorrules]

What a beautiful video. Scotty saves lives on the Enterprise and on Earth. What a great man. Scotty may have passed away, but he will live on in the hearts of all Trekkies. Rest in peace.

[@cheddar2648]

God bless his memory.

[@MegaCrowman]

it's always good to lend a hand to your fellow man (or woman) I wish there were more people like James. R.I.P my friend

[@shawnthomas1615]

what a remarkable human being.

[@clarityrains]

wow, when i was younger i used to love TNG, and i just watched the episode where he comes back after being missing for 75 years. I looked him up on wiki then, and I got to here and ended up atching this. Cried my bloody eyes out! He will be missed by many :)

[@northernrime]

Beam me up Scotty, we're going on a feels trip.

[@Sizzlik]

acually "beam me up, Scotty" was never said in th series "beam jimmy" was more likely said

[@Scutrputr]

Thank you Mr. Doohan!! I didn't know any of these people personally, of course, but of the 2 or 3 times I saw Mr. Doohan in person he seemed very warm and nice and sincere. He was very patient with the wacky Trekkies bombarding him with bizarre things to sign! (I must make a confession..I was one of them!) Bless you, Scotty! We miss you!

[@i-a-g-r-e-e-----f-----jo--b]

That is amazing! I heard of Deforest Klly doing something similar, I'll never forget them not only for their professional work but for the camaraderie they brought me as a child, only like a family for me seeing them in NYC at the Hilton around the mid 70's and coming from some real crappy family situation myself as a pre teen. I saw James on stage as I went alone to that early convention and just really loved that guy, he was a big emotional comfort 4 me. Thanks for this post! Godspeed James!

[@00bikeboy]

Wonderful story. God bless you Mr. Doohan, wherever you are.

[@BrandenBrazil]

What a wonderful man! There is a lovely genuineness that shine through this video.

[@rattlehead651]

One hell of a good dude

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

I was honored to meet him at a con in '91. RIP

[@revan169]

This was a truly Great man. It's a shame they don't make them like this anymore the world could do with a lot more people like him. RIP Scotty. You where Awesome.

[@DaxDupont]

As your ashes has been sent into space again, James, You have inspired many people in the years to become engineers. You have been one of the most amazing actors in existence, humble, caring and simply amazing. May you rest in peace among the stars, you won't be forgotten, you will always be in the heart of family, friends, fans. I imagine someone telling his son after or during an amazing carreer as an engineer, how you were the one to inspire him and show him your amazing acting performance...

[@Sh0ckeh]

Very moving indeed. James Doohan is a very kind man. RIP Legend.

[@evag_is_Mycroft_holmes]

This is the best guy. I miss him so much.

[@SheepdogSmokey]

Not all angels let you see their wings.

[@msscott73]

James Doohon, you are such a good men. I glad that you shared this with us. She became in Engineer following in her mentor foots step.

[@donboy65]

God bless James Doohan.

[@GirlLovinLifee]

Brings tears to my eyes. Rest in peace you beautiful human being

[@hello75986]

This Scotty guy, was a winner.

[@FuckMeBizilleon]

This is heartwarming and this happy tear in my eye is just what I needed.

[@ryanmcgrail468]

I cry so hard every time I watch this... so moving.

[@Amar7605]

A wonderful example of simple compassion.

[@dwillson1]

This guy was a hero. I will always think highly of this man. He is one of the reasons why I am in computer engineering.

[@armenianeric]

Jim, you are peerless. Got to see you before you passed in LA. RIP legend/Scotty.

[@Primevalwho]

If Angels do exist, I want to believe that this guy is one of them, honestly. This is so moving and beautiful! Bless his soul. We miss you, James! :(

[@sleicht5]

Isn't is nice when our heroes from movies, TV, etc turn out to be even more heroic in real life? It should teach us that even the smallest acts of kindness can have a profound effect in someone's life. What a class act he was.

[@agp11001]

For fucks sake, for some reason seeing Scotty, of all crew members, tearing up just gives me the most serious of feels.

[@iconbearer]

Will always be remembered and will always be missed.

[@charles0732]

what a great man, and such compassion!

[@suzidiamond]

what a wonderful man he must have been. this is so heart warming

[@kurtbarks6270]

Love this guy! Miss seeing his crew.

[@mannyrule]

Thanks for your line "I never wanted to be anything more than a good engineer" What a strong solid moral foundation. Id like to think I had done you proud Scotty....

[@eradius]

that brought a tear to my eye....R.I.P James Doohan, though you are gone, we will always remember you

[@streamofawareness]

This is why he was such a beautiful man. May he rest in peace.

[@littlebeartoe]

That smile he gives at the end, knowing he did some good...a D-Day vet and Star Trek actor saying it was the best thing he ever did.

[@garym6315]

As someone who has been close to (but never quite at) that suicidal point, it's the little things that make all the difference. To some people it's just a TV show but if one person can find joy, hope or optimism then it is worthwhile.

[@fiandrhi]

What a wonderful story. When I was a kid, I idolized this man...undoubtedly because of this humanity we see here that came out in his acting. I don't think about Star Trek much anymore...I don't think that's to my credit.

[@KevinStephenson76]

Just a great guy. I would have went to a convention just to meet him in person. He is missed.

[@MoriSempaisNeko]

He is the Sweetest man Ever, Him Crying Makes me Cry With him He Has Got to Be the Greatest man i know R.I.P. James Doohan

[@specterkev]

I remember watching trekkies for the first time and this scene so much feels

[@obviousypc]

What a touching story... :) A genuinely sweet man!

[@yakkowarner664]

I wholeheartedly agree with you.

[@QuentaSilmarillion]

This is an amazing story. Had no idea. What a great man you are Jimmy.

[@vaguy78]

James Doohan you are awesome for this any so many other reasons. RIP.

[@KadeSmash]

I miss James Doohan =/ He's such a sweet heart for doing what he did for that lady

[@CorpseCall]

What a great down to Earth man he was.

[@ad356]

i was saddened by the loss of this man..... i was also saddened by the loss of Leonard Nimoy and Deforest Kelly, but its especially sad to know that his great man is no longer with us. he was truely great, most hollywood actors could care less about their fans and only care about money. this guy was something special, his character was fantastic and so was he.

[@Mithrus]

look up "Trekkies James Doohan Clip" and take a grander, this is something that can bring a smile proving that things can turn out for the best from the last person you may think.

[@mrssethcohen]

It brought tears to my eyes too.

[@Mars-l9b]

This is a very heartfelt personal story. How would -you- react if you got a letter from a fan who was so desperately lost in life, he or she would be wiling to take it?.. I think James was a hero just for trying to give her a chance to go on.. I'm glad it turned out for the best, and I think it shows how he moved he was to made a difference. It doesn' t take a Scotty or any fictional character to make a difference. Just be there for anyone who's in a crisis. It's the best we can do!

[@SteveLeicht1]

Please go to the Wikipedia page for Mr. Doohan. Not only was he was a great actor, and an even better person...he was a bad-ass. He stormed the beaches at Normandy. What a gentleman!

[@kxmode]

I wasn't prepared for so many feels on a Wednesday night.

[@xavierpaololedesmamandreza]

Well. RIP, Sir Legend. You deserved it. 🙏 She's etched your Name in her Heart forever.

[@TheZachish]

I was lucky enough to met him, very glad I did.

[@JoseSanchez-xj3xn]

If anyone wants to know the essence behind Star Trek, point them to this clip. One can only imagine how many people were inspired to become doctors, scientists and engineers. Inspired by a philosophy to make the most of yourself and a will to do good. If heaven exists in any form, I am sure this man is within it. RIP Captain Scott.

[@Geenimetsuri]

He saved a life. On D-DAY, and in WWII he fought for many more. To be frank, further to his credit, I think James Doohan, Scotty, was responsible for something like half of the electrical engineers in the last quarter of 20th century. He and Nimoy, Spock, probably made the generations of science we enjoy now. Man's a hero; a legend. Full respect.

[@AngryCanadian1971]

Great man. Still miss him.

[@LordoftheJimmy]

You know what, screw the dislike jokes. I don't understand how anybody can dislike this clip. What a great story from a great man.

[@mr-_-3mk]

A true legend he will be missed 🖖🏻

[@Benjieboy247]

What a man, much love Scotty R.I.P

[@HellhammerSS]

And the fact she became an engineer made "Scotty" even more proud. He may have been an actor and a soldier, but the fans out there who know him as their favorite engineer, who used his determination and pride in work, in their own pursuits as an engineer due to his influence is another thing overlooked about Jimmy.

[@brego129]

What a wonderful person. RIP Jimmy.

[@ambersppj6]

Wonderful video :') thanks for sharing. Really happy that woman had a mentor & a friend at get most needed moment. He truly saved get life, Bravo! If you ever hear anyone talk about suicide, never ever take it lightly, be there for them more then ever.

[@baronfriday989]

oh god, brought man tears to my eyes as well