Dennis Rodman opens up about his childhood, his career and the '30 for 30' doc | NBA on ESPN
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- Опубликовано: 19 сен 2024
- Dennis Rodman tells Jackie MacMullan about not meeting his father until his late 30s (2:31), his struggle to feel loved (6:10), his new "30 for 30" documentary "Rodman: For Better or Worse" (6:45), his desire to be a better father (10:45), becoming homeless at age 18 (16:25), a late growth spurt carving his path to the NBA (19:05) and why he felt more famous than Michael Jordan for six months (29:25).
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So many people doing interviews need to watch this interview and notice how Jackie allows the guest to speak, and not attempt to be the star. Great interview.
I was thinking that same thing. Some people you just ask one question and shut up, they got it from there.
Oh, you mean EVERY news outlet today?
She’s old school from Boston, been doin the nba forever
Yeah it's not that hard to get a lot out of Rodman he's a faucet turn on he'll tell you everything but she also gets a lot out of Larry Bird now that's challenging feet right there that's just the ones I know of but she's one of the best.
She’s the best, a real pro.
Dennis is a very sensitive, sweet, down-to-earth, sincere soul that just wanted to be loved
I feel like he wears the shades because he's an emotional person and he knows there's a chance he can start crying at any moment. I am by no means knocking him for that, I commend him for it. Dennis is a very honest person and there always seems to be a lot weighing on his mind.
Mitchell Fricano same thing I was thinking
IA. I think he hides behind the shades and there's something childlike about him when he shyly looks down and avoids eye contact.
Absolutely agree he always do that.... He knew where these interviews went promise.. and if he can stop shaq, promise in tears he won't that's a fact
Exactly that’s what I thought, I saw an interview when Dennis got emotional, and the interviewer saw it in his eyes and started attacking him, he couldn’t hold it anymore and left.
he is an emotional person
This man has been through A LOT but he's a hall of famer because of his hard work ethic.
DP30 he didn’t start playing until he grew a foot at age 20.
@Deseo Synergy Nah, he definitely worked hard. In combination with being a freak of nature, he did have a crazy work ethic. He was the only member of the team who would tell the tour bus to make a stop at a gym, he'd get out by himself, work out for hours before or after a match, and walk home. He put in a ton of hours studying tapes, studying his teammate's tendencies and their shooting technique to see where the ball would end up after they missed, etc. Yes he was naturally an athletic freak, partying and doing drugs and playing in the NBA the next day on 2 hours of sleep, but he also worked hard.
You are all right, he worked hard and he played hard.
What I love about Dennis Rodman, is that he is real honest . I love a man that speaks his truth with out fear. These days people love and adore fake people.
Dennis needs some deep emotional healing. I feel for him. Hugs to you, my dude.
Facts.
I know you mean well, but do we need more armchair psychologist in the RUclips comments section? He only needs help if he wants help
@@WhateverNullPointer i think he does mean well and i Love Dennis. He is a special person but i don't think we all have to have degrees in psychology to know for a fact that Dennis needs deep emotional help for the rest of his life. I hardly watch any interviews of Dennis Rodman or his HOF speech where i don't tear up or start crying. I want to give him a big hug and tell him "its not his fault." Lots of his issues are not his fault. He didn't start them but he does have a duty to manage them. I love the guy. I pray for him daily. dh
@@WhateverNullPointerhe just means well, Jesus.
@@bradsully6620 intention is one thing, result is another. An incompetent doctor may have the best intentions for the patient yet still offer bad advice...I’d say this is one of them. Not every “problem” needs “healing”. If the time comes as it naturally does, then so be it, otherwise it might even come across insensitive to suggest such a thing especially when trauma is involved, even if the commenter means well.
This is one athlete that I can honestly believe never played for money!
@Matt Lombardo yes he played for d $$$ to escape poverty,but not for d luvvvvvv off it ,if u no wat I mean bro .my opinion, . He come from far wat ah childhood ,hmmmm seems to be in good health though.
Dennis Rodman didn't play for money, he played to escape his problems which became a passion for him.
@@antonioclark7683 well said bro I agree %100
I agree with you Dennis never really put money before.the man just loved people being himself and enjoying fame
Was a demon on the court.
big shout out to jackie
"you can"
"you can do it"
excellent interviewer and a supportive force
I used to call DR crazy. But think about growing up with no dad and a mom who is not around. Growing up alone. It's going to have an affect. Pretty sad.
Especially being black in the 60s.. Must of felt like the world was out to get him..
@I. Wynn Wynn Well atleast he did admit in his hall of fame that he wish he would treat his mom better and spend more time with her and admits that he should of been a better father and husband
Very...he’s had to really adapt.
@I. Wynn Wynn cmon his mom put dennis out of the house 2 times
He had 29 children with 16 women. He surpasses POS father and became human failure, clearly too stupid for birth control or following through with life responsibility.
His father sounds like a real PoS. Any man who abandons his child and only comes back decades later after his child becomes famous and successful has absolutely no shame
shaq dad did the same thing
Igetsitin89 Shaq’s biological father never contacted him. He followed him in the news. He moved into an apt above his favorite restaurant. But other than a letter just letting him know that he existed and that the invitation to talk was there, he didn’t push him on Shaq. It wasn’t until after Shaq’s stepfather died that he reached back out to his biological dad and was blown away that he lived above his favorite restaurant
Actually Dennis did the same thing to his poor daughter Alexis... She was a sweet girl, I knew her personally
@@guero8820 that's the mpthers fault
Well thats not true he never abandon him he just left his mother but peep this. His father was in the US AIRFORCE, and he sent money for his kids while in the service point blank.
So much psychological pain and hurt this man has never got through till this day
he sounds healthy and coherent in this interview, happy for him
Ivan Zrno no bullshit I expected him to be dead by now
He’s been good for years
He needs a chance!
Say what you will about this man but I find him to be a beautiful man internally.
Facts
I love how Jackie just allows him to talk.
Absolutely agree. He was just sharing his experiences as if he's opening up to a friend. His expressions are genuine; went from crying to reminiscing the good times while playing basketball. He's such a precious (but bruised) soul!
shes helping him with his healing. validating his words letting him speak and giving him reassurance that its okaty totalk even when hes broken. I went to treatment and this still helps me with my healing this is beautiful
Well put insight!
I don’t mean no disrespect but why is it I always see people promoting therapy or treatment? It seems to be a trend nowadays. Nobody has anybody l in their family or a close friend that you trust that you can vent to? You will pay a stranger to listen to you and let’s be honest probably really doesn’t really care about youor your problem but you are paying him or her so they will pretend to care for as long as you are here in my office/place of practice. My late Grandmother was my counselor/therapy couch whenever I had things going on I couldn’t deal with in a sensible matter and she didn’t charge me nothing besides my love respect and all the hugs she could handle.
@@shottashabazz6721 that's like saying doctors only care about making money. Some therapists do indeed CARE
I respect Dennis Rodman.
One thing Larry Johnson is way younger than Dennis, so he wasn't there when he started going to the rec,lol.
Me 2.
Yea
He makes me cry every time he tells his story. I love how passionate he is. You cant tell if he loves you he will give the shirt off his back.
I'm wit u
It's very hard to show affection to people especially your kids if you were never shown those feelings as a kid. A lot of us can relate.
Thank you your Apsoultey right about that Mr Frank.
I. Wynn Wynn proof?
Uzumaki Cannie Watch the doc
I was raised by my mother, never met my father since he lived in another country, but one thing I’m certain, I am in no way missing him or being traumatized by his absence, because bless my mother, she was always there for my sister and I, poor woman had to do it all by herself and we never missed anything in life because she made sure we didn’t. That’s a real strong woman right there, is easy to skip on your parental duties, anyone can procreate, but is hard to be a father or a mother, and sometimes is better when these people aren’t actually there, I am glad my father wasn’t there because he was not a nice person at all. My mother raised my sister and I to be really humble and grateful people, my sister is a radiologist and I’m a nurse, and my mother went from being a cleaning lady to a professional interpreter, so you know what?!? I think we are good man, I don’t think we would have been this good if my deadbeat father was there, same for Roadman, the man is a NBA legend, would he have been that if his father was around ?!? Who knows, probably not!!
No excuses unless you're a psychopath. You KNOW BETTER
He is 58 now..boy, time flies. Great episode!
scotti pippen he looks 38. What a guy.
Theyre both the same age (and same school year), him and the interviewer Jackie.
@@DEEDUBZ i honestly think they look similar ages- although she does look like5- 7 years older. i think people just judge women's look a lot harsher- even when they are not consciously doing so
Dennis if you're reading this we love you
This IS the greatest 30 for 30 ESPN has ever produced. I came to love Dennis Rodman because of this production and wish him nothing but the peace. This man is truly misunderstood-amen.
This guy had no support and became a all time great! Salute to you dennis
His coach in Detriot was very supportive of Dennis.
@I. Wynn Wynn his mom threw him out of the house.
This is what a good person looks like
@Isaiah Harper... This is what a real person looks like
@@jasonrichardson7633 this is what a calm Dennis looks like
Isaiah Harper
Amen to that. Dennis is a humanitarian as well
Greatest defender of all time! Thanks Dennis for saving the world from North Korea!
Jeffrey Hughes all because Kim Jong was a huge 90’s Bulls fan. His father was a huge 90’s Bulls fan. When Margaret Thatcher visited North Korea, all he wanted to talk about was Michael Jordan coming out of retirement and returning to the Bulls. 🤣
Make no mistake that Kim Jong (father and son) was a mass murderer tho
He...didn't save the world..
😂
ohdaUtube he’s Superman also known as superrodman
@@Zero-pv4yq you mean superroddman
Can't wait for this 30-for-30 Dennis Rodman special!
Facts💯💯💯💯
I just seen it it was excellent
@@1990758 where can you watch it?
@@tastoms 30 for 30 ESPN
Where can you stream it?
Pretty amazing story to go from being homeless and 5'7" to somehow growing to 6'8" and then making the NBA. Shame on his father and all men everywhere who abandon their kids like that. He could have had a completely different experience growing up with a father who stuck around and took care of him and his family. There's not much worse in life than a parent who abandons their children.
Was he taking growth hormones at college?
Just like Rodman was with his own child? Chances are what happened to Rodman happened to his father and the father before him.
Eden Garden I’ve always wondered if this is what happens. All these nba players and their 8 inch late growth spurts something seems suspect about it
My father did same to me until his mother died,he asked me to come for funeral,so I did,we weren't sure what come next,I give hug so he took it and we had long talk- not easy task.😥🙏😷,I love and respect Dennis Rodman as human being mind you!✌️
I disagree, him bn n his life could've been worst ,sumtms family is the worst,we know & have seen it ,look he has good kids he wasn't always there,
Such a powerful story that can bring hope to others who need a light. Thank you Dennis for being strong
This changed my perception of him in a positive way. There's so many broken children walking around in adult bodies.
this….
We've got a lot in common, you and I, Dennis. I had no mother, and dad worked from sunup to sundown almost every day... and was emotionally damaged and distant when he wasn't punishing me. I too lived mostly alone until 6 or 7 at night, with no support other than the clothes on my back and a roof over my head. I always wondered what it would be like to have the love and support of a mother. You're not alone Dennis.
Not to mention; no hugs in my home (me and dad alone). I became a late bloomer in sports too. In my 20's I was told by a former pro football player that I played with that he was going to get me a tryout with his former Hawaii college coach. And later a team of basketball players at Fullerton College did their best to get me on their college team. I was MVP of the track team with all the jumping records in high school but it didn't lead to anything. I wasn't experienced enough in basketball (my love) or football. But I too changed the game when I entered... by my shear hustle and athleticism.
You're my black brother from another mother... huh?
Or maybe ur a #8
Rodman could suit up today and still grab 10 rebounds in the league.
Not really. Not against lebron
Easy
@@jamesjohn9183 i like your sarcasm!
EASILY!!!
Watching this made me emotional too..Dennis Rodman, the realist.. Made me appreciate you more as a person more than a Basketball Hall of Famer..
You can't find a person in this world who is as real as Dennis Rodman.
Ever heard of Marshawn Lynch?
MIKE TYSON
Man what a great interview. Jackie did a really good job of steering the conversation, she’s really good at her job.
Dumpweed971 she’s a former baller too and a hall of famer
Dennis Rodman is truly a unique individual. Self made and his own man.
Gotta respect that.
God bless you Mr. Rodman 💯 your bravery to be transparent will always be a beacon of inspiration 👏🇺🇸
For me, my man Dennis, wants some love from the very start but because of Basketball he found love. You started and hated as a villain but ended a hero to us. You deserve to be in HoF tbh. Athletes must look up to you. Thanks The Worm!
It’s sad when you think about it. Dennis grew up practically without a parental figure. That’s tough! As a player, unquestionably, he probably was the hardest working basketball player to ever play in the NBA. He just needed direction and he didn’t have that growing up.
Jackie thank you for allowing Dennis to bear what he needed to. I have seen in the interviews he has wanted to release the tears and the interviewer did not have the capacity to allow it. You did and it was a very healing for him to express it. Many can learn from Dennis open vulnerability and we can have more understanding of how Trauma can have such an impact on the way we love ourselves and show ourselves out in the world. Thank you Dennis, for being so courageous in sharing your Truth with the world.
He seem so genuine and his raw honesty makes him so likeable. I always liked DR.
DR is badass, man. I miss 90s basketball, there’s nothing like it now🤭
90s were the best in many aspects.
I love his honesty. A kind hearted human being who acknowledges where he falls short.
You can do it Dennis. Rooting for you. A real innocent and pure heart. So sad.
the man that made me fell inlove with basketball, and made me realize that if you can't defeat them with shooting destroy them in the boards
Prove your worth
@Aaron Davis trust me you throw the bad boy pistons in today's game and they would still hold today's team to mid 80's. As long as they allow them to play D
he is my favorite player ever. i really cant dribble. cant shoot very well. but i can rebound like a motherfucker which always made me a top pick on the playground.
Board man gets paid.rebound just like a point
@@stingrey1571 Rodman was extremely quick. So in addition to rebounding, he offered great defense, and on offense, he could finish on the break and didn't miss putbacks around the basket.
I absolutely love Jackie.. She allows the interview to feel so organic and i truly appreciate her for that.. I'm interested in viewing all of her interviews. Great job👍🏽 Dennis is such a humble yet broken person. It's great to see him in this light.. May God bless him🙏🏽💖 And i pray for his heart to be healed💖
Wow.. I actually watched this whole clipped
No editing... it’s shows pure emotion... I actually almost shed a tear myself listening to this dude talkin about not able to HUG his kids? I don’t think I can ever wrap my head around that
i still dont understand what he meant by not being able to hug his kids???
@@roproofficial4456 He can't hug his kids because he feels he is not worthy, he loves them but knows he hasn't been the best dad he could be and mentions that it hurts that he treats the people he loves the most in a way they don't deserve to be treated. He gets emotional even knowing that they do give consent but he can't bring himself to hug them since he thinks it's like lying to himself that he's the dad he wishes he had growing up
@@roproofficial4456 do some research on why it's important to have skin to skin contact with your child out the womb , I can't remember the article so you are just gonna have to look for it but studies show that if you have a baby and never hold it unless you are feeding them , and the child never gets a hug or some type of comfort that 9/10 the child will be emotionally deficient..they won't know how to love or like because it never happened to them ..they won't know how to hug or more so understand the need/concept of hugs ..they've never known such comfort so it's virtually impossible for them to give that comfort ...i hope I explained it in a way you understand . The article will explain it better I could only give like the jist of it lol ..its like when someone gets kidnapped and they are beaten and tortured for a couple years ..say when you find them that you try to hug them or hold their hand and they jump away, get scared or just plain refuse human contact for a couple days ..even though they had years before getting kidnapped , the years of never getting any comfort took a toll on their brains concept of comfort..the brain is ALWAYS learning and adjusting, molding to your experiences and actions ...he never got hugged as a kid or was told "I love you" so the whole concept is foreign to him , that's why he longs for it
@@lpfan23 👌🙏💛
It’s good to see him finally open up deep inside and be honest not only with all of us. But mostly for himself
This is how an interviewer treats an interviewee. Jackie is empathetic, thoughtful and allows Dennis to express himself without interjecting, impressive journalism.
Wish I could hug him ❤️
Me too😢🤗😁😷
Amazing interview. Rodman is a wonderful human being.
The greatest rebounder of all time!!! Ty for the memories and passion for the game.
I love you Dennis! The world is cruel, the internet brings out the worst in people, but stick to those close to you. They are usually few and far between, those who really care about you.
@I. Wynn Wynn Why should he?
Wow thanks for this 30 minutes (!!!) video, Espn! Love Dennis!
Dennis Rodman is one of my favorite players ever. My response when I saw this upload: "okay great"
I still remember when he joined the Bulls, Was going into HS and we Chicagoans were excited. He's a real genuine guy.
Thoroughly enjoyed this. Dennis is and has been one of my favorite athletes ever.
Gayest athlete ever*
Josh Gen Gay and rich
I had the unbelievable pleasure of actually meeting Dennis in Vegas in '11 and let me tell you the guy was cool and as down to earth as they come. But what was really interesting about that encounter was how much he love's MJ and Scottie. I mean when he started talking about them his face lit up and you could tell in his mind he was reliving those moment's of playing with them. I was only around him for about 30-45 minutes but in that brief time you can tell he was a really good guy.
It's endearing seeing his dynamic with them. It's great that Michael and Scottie came to accept Dennis as a teammate (and hopefully as a person) considering how much they still hate Isiah and The Pistons 😆😆.
him and Mike Tyson
I hope the best for this Man
Was he gay back in the day or was he just strange I mean I don't care I respect him anyway
Despite all the bad reputation he had, I believe Dennis Rodman is a good human being.
Master J of course he’s a human person.. what else would he be? Lol 😂.
Whenever i see dennis
It reminds me of dmx
Dennis is just all out
All heart guy , just to stayed alive with that type of heart and soul just pure amazing to me
He been thru a lot most of the guys i know with that heart died already including 2 pac
Dennis is one of the best rebounder off all time
I feel the need to state this from my experiences: First off, I think this is going to be an AWESOME documentary. Secondly, as a person who grew up in the projects, didn't have a father that raised me because he left my mother when I was a baby, a mother was VERY hard-nosed and old school and living in a very toxic and rough environment, I realized early on in life that if I wanted to make a change I had to do it. Once I started having kids (I have four teenage sons), I realized that I needed to make sure that they NEVER experienced what I experienced as a child. My mother wasn't a hugging mother either, but I knew she loved me through her actions. My dad didn't come into my life until I was about 9 years old. Then, he would pop in and out, more out than in.
To this day, I have 24 years in the military (joined when I was an E-1 and promotable to O-5 now), did 19 years of civilian law enforcement and finished up my second Master's a few months ago. I am not stating this to brag or boast, I state this because I believed in myself (and in other sources) and knew and know that I MUST ensure that my kids, my family, and my friends have a good example in what real man is supposed to do and how a man is supposed to condone himself.
There is ALWAYS something that we can do to better ourselves. It's NEVER over, Mr. Rodman. It's up to YOU to make the change; no one else can do this for you, Sir. If you are ready to be the man, the husband, the boyfriend, the father, the brother, the friend that YOU KNOW you need to be. It's all on you, brother. I wish you well and Godspeed...
As a teenager myself, reading this really inspired me to one day, hopefully, become an example to my kids like you did sir. Thank you for sharing this.
Sometimes having a father is worse then not having one because your idea of a father never gets shattered with truth. You decided to make a change in your life and that was to go in to the army? Just clarifying .As an American I appreciate and respect those who’ve served to protect our country at any capacity. I’ll leave it at that. Dennis Rodman is my idol because he played the game with more passion then anybody !! I don’t care what happens outside the lines. Still got the Bulls Rodman jersey for like 17 years. It’s not mint either I wore that sh#@ a lot
@@phillipslife8716 Thank you brother. Im in the Air Force now, Im currently deployed and been deployed many times. I agree with you because had my father raised me, I would probably NOT be the man that I am now.
@@darkside5905 Thank you so much and remember to keep your eyes on the prize. I believe in God and believe that God has His hands on me. I mean no religious offense to you, please. Think about what you want to do in life and start preparing for that now. Time flies faster than you will know it. Take care of yourself and remember 2 things: NEVER forget where you came from and do unto others as you will have them do unto YOU. Treat people the way YOU want to be treated.
What a True Tragedy that any human being had to endure such a childhood loss of empathy, natural affection or support. I see this like it’s an epidemic in this generation...self interest, lovers of me..myself..and I! May God Bless others like Mr. Rodman and I pray he’ll encourage others to be different than what childhood traumas he suffered. 🤔🙏🏽🔑💗🔥🕊💎🇺🇸
Wow! This were an absolutely great interview!! Dennis Rodman you really opening up!!
Dennis you are a rebounding legend! Good to see you express everything, be you and enjoy being you my dude
Love you Dennis. Jackie, Thank you for handling this conversation with compassion, patience, and support. This conversation is a gift for all of us willing to listen. Truly listen.
All interviewers need to take notes on how she was so mindful of every word he spoke!!!! she genuinely listened! Incredible interviewing! You can tell this isn’t just a job for her, she genuinely cares about what he has to say and how it made him feel! ❤❤❤❤❤
Love you Dennis!
I love Dennis Rodman.
I like Dennis's honesty in searching for who he is. Like many of us we have to come to know deeply our essential goodness, the love that we are, and stop torturing ourselves.
Jesus always loved u bro, god bless
One thing is for sure you can't knock his honesty....way more that those who would be critical.
This is the first interview I see of Dennis Rodman that he really opens up and allows people to see deeper than the persona he puts out there.
Bless him....like him much more now...he’s hurting.
One Of The Most Interesting People To Ever Walk The Earth
He's an emotional guy. Who cares if he cries when he talks about fame? That's not fame's fault. He cries when he talks about the Pistons, his old family, his mother's rejection, his hall of fame selection, North Korea. That's part of his charm, silly. His emotional honesty. I met him once in a gym in Las Vegas and talked to him one-on-one with no cameras around and found him to be a polite and interesting guy -- when no one is looking! Can't ask for anything more from a person. He's a winner in my book.
The 30 for 30 was the best one I've seen.
It was outstanding
Need to catch it on replay, better than Fab 5 though?
@@eduardoantonionaranjo7972 Yeah, it was great. He went through a period where he was bigger than Jordan. I'd forgotten that. Madonna wanted him to have her baby. It's an eye opening 30 for 30. He was a shooting star for a time from a horrible beginning. He wears his heart on his sleeve and just wanted to be loved.
Such a wonderful interview!
Aww I want to give that man a hug.
Rodman is the man thank for this.
I started to play basketball because I watched MJ, but what I was good at is rebounding that made DR my childhood hero!
Best Rodman interview I’ve seen...and I’ve watched a LOT of them...good on you...thanks for posting ;-)
Jackie is a great interviewer!
I just love this dude! Felt like a pure misfit from the start and made his way in this world. Still not flawless and real to himself. So much respect for this guy! Big Ups DEFENSIVE GOAT!
Great interviewer and I’m a huge fan of Dennis Rodman. I pray he finds complete happiness and love. Believing he opens his heart to be loved. 💋❤️
Dennis the worm Rodman ! best rebounder in the nba ! that was dope when he had the different hair colors 👍. sucks that he had a rough childhood ! Crazy how some of these celebrities had rough childhoods ! but came out to be millionaires cuz of there natural talent !!!
You know this is a great interview when you forget Jackie McMullan’s even there because of Rodman’s great storytelling.
Such a beautiful emotional honest and charismatic big man,, good job Denis give your kids the love that you didn't had
You can't judge people based on looks or past. Dennis is very successful and it's awesome to see him so down to earth and humble. Best defender and rebounder ever may not have been the biggest in size but had the biggest heart on the court for sure. Hope you do well Dennis love to see what your up to these days whenever you're not chilling with Kim Jong- Un
I was raised by my mother, never met my father since he lived in another country, but one thing I’m certain, I am in no way missing him or being traumatized by his absence, because bless my mother, she was always there for my sister and I, poor woman had to do it all by herself and we never missed anything in life because she made sure we didn’t. That’s a real strong woman right there, is easy to skip on your parental duties, anyone can procreate, but is hard to be a father or a mother, and sometimes is better when these people aren’t actually there, I am glad my father wasn’t there because he was not a nice person at all. My mother raised my sister and I to be really humble and grateful people, my sister is a radiologist and I’m a nurse, and my mother went from being a cleaning lady to a professional interpreter, so you know what?!? I think we are good man, I don’t think we would have been this good if my deadbeat father was there, same for Roadman, the man is a NBA legend, would he have been that if his father was around ?!? Who knows, probably not!!
The documentary really showed Dennis Rodman in a different light. I always thought he was a hellraiser and trouble maker, but he really has a warm heart. Just like Carmen Electra said - gentle giant.
He’s so misunderstood
Rebounding is about heart and desire, no one had more than DR, no one 💪
Money and fame sometimes puts "band aids" on hidden wounds. Good luck to Dennis, I hope he finds peace and love.
It sounds like Dennis made it through the toughest of times on his own and for that i applaud him 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Dennis, you are so sincere. You inspire me. Your sensitivity is one of the qualities a good father has. I was a fan in Chicago, and now I appreciate knowing you as a courageous human being.
Love how Dennis played the game man...grit, hustle, smart and love for the game. One of my favorite basketball players of all time
Dennis has always been in my top five NBA players due to his 100percent effort any time he was on the court! He seemed to be one of the only players who played for the game and for the fans. He's always talked about people spending their hard money to watch the game and he wanted them to get their money's worth. I hope he's aware that his passion for the game, his emotion, and his love for people is greatly appreciated by his fans.
Jackie is one of my favorite. Dennis you were one of my idols when it came to basketball. Keep going man! I hope one day I get to meet you. Man this is powerful.
God bless you brother .. I was a fan of Utah jazz, but I will always have you in my heart ... Thank you for helping world peace. You are a star today, tomorrow and forever. I love you Dennis.
Dennis neither aged nor put on weight. He looks truly fantastic, no doubt it has something to do with his gens. I loved him as a player, I was one of the lucky ones who could watch him in the 90´s. And now I love him as a person too. Dennis, if you read this don't forget that I admire your outside and your inside. I send you A VERY BIG HUG!
Dennis was the best work horse to ever play the game and he seamed like a cool true person, with a open mind
A true legend. I love this man
I can listen to him talk about his life all day. HUGS Legend!!!
I now have the most respect for this man! This video has made me feel not so alone. Thank you Dennis!