Parents of slain University of Idaho student Ethan Chapin speak out for 1st time l GMA

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  • Опубликовано: 4 сен 2024
  • Nearly five months ago, Chapin, 20, was murdered along with his girlfriend, Xana Kernodle, and her roommates Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen in an off-campus home.
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Комментарии • 362

  • @BMarie774
    @BMarie774 Год назад +264

    Dad seems to be taking it really hard. Mama seems like she’s finding so much strength in honoring him. I hope they both find peace. I’m honored to have known of Ethan’s life, though I hate the circumstances why. Those tulips are gorgeous and Ethan will live on within his family.

    • @odradekk
      @odradekk Год назад +2

      I’m no expert, but It’s often like that in these immeasurably horrible cases. I’ve seen it. The mom rebounds immediately after, it’s something biological. So profound. Then, there will be a kind of oscillation of the burden between the two. It’s very important that other people help in sharing the grief in concrete ways.

  • @randinatkowitz2487
    @randinatkowitz2487 Год назад +612

    My heart goes out to Ethan’s parents and siblings ❤️

    • @MISNM0
      @MISNM0 Год назад +2

      ❣🤍🕊

  • @MissyA1966
    @MissyA1966 Год назад +574

    I had no idea that that young man Ethan was the oldest of triplets. I can't begin to imagine how his brothers feel. Prayers to his parents & siblings.

    • @jnnlis
      @jnnlis Год назад +110

      He has a brother and a sister, not brothers.

    • @Hamuhh
      @Hamuhh Год назад

      @@jnnlis They never said they had multiple brothers 🤣

    • @jnnlis
      @jnnlis Год назад +37

      @@Hamuhh “I can’t begin to imagine how his brothers feel” suggests he had multiple brothers. Thanks for stopping by.

    • @lilovs9952
      @lilovs9952 Год назад +1

      @@Hamuhh you’re dumb huh

    • @samma9831
      @samma9831 Год назад +11

      @@Hamuhh original comment says “brothers” ethan was a triple with a brother AND sister. not brothers.

  • @ceasewatercolorarts
    @ceasewatercolorarts Год назад +439

    His parents sound so healthy. I just can't even imagine going through that. Blessings to their family and everyone Ethan touched.

    • @thinkingallowed7042
      @thinkingallowed7042 Год назад +8

      'If it can happen to us, it can happen to anyone'. 🤔 In the statement released earlier and written by the mother, she said their family was special, unlike other families. 🤔

    • @wintergarden7539
      @wintergarden7539 Год назад

      The dad is not healthy. He looks like he's hanging on by a thread.

    • @floflo8153
      @floflo8153 Год назад +5

      ​@@thinkingallowed7042
      And?

    • @kelliehenry3147
      @kelliehenry3147 Год назад +1

      @@thinkingallowed7042 I think she meant a normal family living a quiet life, not in the public eye etc.

    • @luvvforgxbby_
      @luvvforgxbby_ Год назад

      @@thinkingallowed7042 yeah special in love. They have learned this tragedy and have dealt with it any way possible and now it’s time to move on and keep pushing for their two kids. Stop being an idiot and get something else to troll about.

  • @shannonpatch7233
    @shannonpatch7233 Год назад +134

    I love how they talked about Ethan and not the case. The fond memories and good things they’re doing in his memory. These parents are setting such a good example for their other kids.

  • @lacos3213
    @lacos3213 Год назад +242

    This family has handled the death of their innocent son with the most grace and class. Truly admirable

    • @alos.h256
      @alos.h256 Год назад +11

      At one point, I couldn't even watch any videos about this, because kaylees family made it all about her. It became very disrespectful to the other 3 victims.

    • @lacos3213
      @lacos3213 Год назад +2

      @@j.y.3604 I just hate to judge the families on how they grieve, I think the only real thing I judged the G family for a little was when they let Kaylees ex boyfriends aunt make a go fund me so they could pay off kaylees car so they could “keep a part of her” I found this in bad taste bc they already had a healthy amount in the go fund me for kaylee and Maddie and I didn’t think it was fair to ask for that. Especially when kaylee only drove the car (unfortunately) for two days at the most before her tragic death, so it’s not like they could say there was a bunch of memories tied to the car.

    • @doxoxo779
      @doxoxo779 Год назад

      @@j.y.3604 you’re right. Kaylee wasn’t the only one partying, drinking all hours, allowing anyone have their door code to come and go, disturbing neighbors etc. they all did.

    • @sharonmorgan7630
      @sharonmorgan7630 Год назад

      @@alos.h256 Agree

  • @Kayvee23
    @Kayvee23 Год назад +349

    These parents are the salt of the earth. No wonder their kids turned out to be great adults. It’s nice to hear something beautiful was created in his honor and that they are so strong. This murder will never be forgotten by the world.

    • @RB-zp4nm
      @RB-zp4nm Год назад +4

    • @ct3gct3g
      @ct3gct3g Год назад +1

      But there's been so many, it's hard to keep track

  • @donnamontanarella2403
    @donnamontanarella2403 Год назад +96

    What a beautiful way to honor Ethan. My heart is broken for Ethan's parents and siblings. Being a triplet adds another unique layer to their loss.

  • @kristinacrawford8826
    @kristinacrawford8826 Год назад +159

    I feel so bad for his siblings. Losing someone that’s been there since day one is really hard to describe. As a twin who lost my lost… My first birthday without her wasn’t very happy at all. I hope they try to find some happiness to celebrate. This will be my third. I didn’t know about the tulips but I think I will by a couple bulbs and as I plant it for him I’ll dedicate to my twin.

    • @EclecticElegance13
      @EclecticElegance13 Год назад +7

      I haven’t lost a twin but I lost my older brother in a tragic way and we had birthdays days apart it hurts so deeply. I’m so very sorry for your loss. Sibling loss isn’t talked about enough and the year of firsts is absolutely miserable. My brother’s birthday was Sunday and it was devastating and mine is coming up and I have no desire to celebrate

    • @Psyiconicmuseum
      @Psyiconicmuseum Год назад +3

      Couldn’t imagine losing my twin sister😓 I’m so sorry for your loss❤️‍🩹

    • @lunerwerewolf
      @lunerwerewolf Год назад

      I've never lost a sibling but my family got a puppy when I was a baby, and with the exception of school photos almost every pic of me as a kid includes her, I used to hook the ends of her leash together and wear it like a sash when I walked her. She passed of old age shortly after I turned 19. I was broken by her death for the longest time and even continued to get up and walk her leash for a month. If I took loosing her that badly knowing full well it was coming I cant imagine the pain of loosing a sibling or a twin. My heart goes out to Ethan's family. And I'm sorry for the loss of your twin as well

    • @EclecticElegance13
      @EclecticElegance13 Год назад

      @@lunerwerewolf people underestimate the pain of pet loss too. I know you miss her! I had a dog from 2nd grade from the weekend before I left for college and losing her was pretty darn terrible. They’re family too

  • @Mandy-ij3ss
    @Mandy-ij3ss Год назад +33

    Ethan was so obviously the most awesome friend anyone would want. And seemed like an even better son! Such a loss.

  • @MarthaGarcia-bk5gw
    @MarthaGarcia-bk5gw Год назад +77

    Down to earth kid ! Even if you didn't meet him, you can feel he was so sweet and easy going.
    I hope, he reached the light already !
    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @eva1480
      @eva1480 Год назад +3

      Almighty God can reverse what evil did. He might be resurrected on this earth to enjoy life that God intended

    • @deborl7278
      @deborl7278 Год назад +1

      Amen

    • @yousefgebremichael2879
      @yousefgebremichael2879 Год назад +2

      Agree

  • @linedancer23
    @linedancer23 Год назад +37

    Seeing Ethan with his siblings in that picture a few hours before he died, did it for me. I broke down. His parents are 💯 pure class.💔💔💔💔💔

  • @liliad.7448
    @liliad.7448 Год назад +131

    This is soo beautiful to be able to grow flowers in remembrance of their son. My condolences to these parents 💐

  • @kyleh698
    @kyleh698 Год назад +45

    What an amazing family and set of parents. Mom is really holding it down for dad and may they continue to heal and put their life back together. I am touched by this video!

  • @purepoison618
    @purepoison618 Год назад +26

    Ethan’s parents and his siblings have shown throughout this tragedy, they are the epitome of strength, courage and grace while facing the unbearable, senseless loss they have found themselves thrust into.
    I know that Ethan is looking down utterly filled with pride towards them all.
    You are truly one absolute beautiful family and my heart hurts for the unimaginable loss you suffer without your amazing son and brother.

  • @cm1600
    @cm1600 Год назад +48

    What a beautiful family. So much respect and healing and love I send to them out into the atmosphere. 💗

  • @alisha8586
    @alisha8586 Год назад +51

    Such tragedy turned into such beauty with tulips. I love that they share these beautiful tulips for there sons memory and named it Ethan smile and then people share pictures and videos all over the world of the tulips growing that's very special for these parents for the memory of there son. Such a beautiful family. I'm so sorry you had to lose your amazing son in such a tragic way for absolutely no reason.

  • @eli3568
    @eli3568 Год назад +29

    Ethan seems like he was a very sweet young man. I can't even imagine what his family is dealing with.

  • @prestonweber3906
    @prestonweber3906 Год назад +19

    Respect to the family I had to go through the process of my aunt being murdered that was back in 04 and I’m 27 and still think/ cry about her for me you don’t get over it it just gets more manageable

  • @Greezly__1
    @Greezly__1 Год назад +16

    Such strong parents! Justice and prayers for them ✨

  • @saraglickman5889
    @saraglickman5889 Год назад +24

    I can't help but to cry every time I hear about this case. It's just so so sad and senseless.

  • @TheSpiciestGinger
    @TheSpiciestGinger Год назад +1

    Thank God the two surviving triplets have good and loving parents. Make they seek solace in one another 😢this is beyond heart wrenching

  • @nikkis7375
    @nikkis7375 Год назад +13

    This never gets easier to hear about. Crying through this video for Ethan’s parents and siblings.

  • @createwithkas
    @createwithkas Год назад +18

    So tragic - even more to be a triplet loss. This tragedy hurt all of our hearts - I can't imagine the parents and siblings. I hope Ethan's Smile is tribute to continue his joy on this earth while he was here!

  • @lc2296
    @lc2296 Год назад +13

    Amazing parents...... sending prayers for the parents and siblings

  • @lovetina2010
    @lovetina2010 Год назад +25

    A GOOD FAMILY. FOREVER NOT FORGOTTEN.

  • @sweethomechicago
    @sweethomechicago Год назад +16

    The Dad is so sad 😔 broke me

  • @midwifeohyeah22
    @midwifeohyeah22 Год назад +7

    His parents seem like amazing people. I hurt for all of these families

  • @laurencoleman537
    @laurencoleman537 Год назад +8

    Praying for that sweet family! What a beautiful way to honor their son/sibling! I’m sure he is smiling down on them

  • @CaliGirl305
    @CaliGirl305 Год назад +7

    I just want to speak from my heart and tell them that they raised a truly wonderful young man. Ethan made the world a better place, and all of them were doing wonderful things with their lives 🙏. Those flowers are beyond beautiful.

  • @DUNESTITCH
    @DUNESTITCH Год назад +1

    beautiful family! Ethan is not forgotten

  • @MrBillsomm2000
    @MrBillsomm2000 Год назад +24

    As the parent of a 20 year old college student who is about to turn 21 I can only imagine what they are going through.

  • @camronwu
    @camronwu Год назад +21

    God wrap them in your peace and love.

  • @elisamolina9909
    @elisamolina9909 Год назад +5

    Breaks my heart for these families. They are honoring their son, Ethan, in a beautiful way and choosing to do something positive.

  • @PJEC
    @PJEC Год назад +5

    My heart just broke when I heard he was a triplet and watching him sing not knowing this tragedy. I'm so sad

  • @LinJen2
    @LinJen2 Год назад +4

    Wow!!! What an example. The parents have so much to be angry about, so much hurt. Yet, they are so strong. My prayers for Ethan, his parents, and his siblings. May God's tender mercys always be with them

  • @roccosmom1237
    @roccosmom1237 Год назад +7

    so sorry parents ..my hearts go out to you sincerely

  • @mkofmehl1
    @mkofmehl1 Год назад +2

    These parents are so strong, grief is the worst and they're staying strong for their other children. ❤

  • @lorigriffin8708
    @lorigriffin8708 Год назад +16

    After seeing the video clip of Ethan singing to a country song with his friends reminded me of fun times & he would have definitely been a friend of mine. ❤️ love & prayers to all of the victims families ❤️🙏

  • @nicolemarr9173
    @nicolemarr9173 Год назад +1

    My heart goes out to this family ❤️ no one should have to endure this pain and loss. I send my prayers 🙏🏻

  • @jessicatharp6405
    @jessicatharp6405 Год назад +5

    So very sad . Im so sorry to your whole family

  • @truthhurts3524
    @truthhurts3524 Год назад +8

    I had heard about Ethan’s tulips, they look beautiful. I hope Ethan’s family along with the other victims family’s get the peace they deserve. ❤

  • @mailemccorriston6727
    @mailemccorriston6727 Год назад +1

    Please give the family my condolences. What a wonderful way to honor him. Hugs

  • @cestlaguy
    @cestlaguy Год назад +3

    What a beautiful family. This is absolutely heartbreaking.

  • @burthuffman2802
    @burthuffman2802 Год назад

    Seeing these beautiful tulips bloom really brought a tear. My heart to the family. Such a beautiful son.

  • @theresakent8461
    @theresakent8461 Год назад +1

    Ugh my heart breaks for the families that lost a loved one in this horrific attack. I hope Bryan rots in jail for the rest of his life.

  • @nenala7684
    @nenala7684 Год назад +2

    I'm so sorry for them!

  • @a.w.thompson4001
    @a.w.thompson4001 Год назад +5

    My heart breaks for the family and friends.

  • @Jojolopez78
    @Jojolopez78 Год назад +1

    So sad. My heart goes out to the all!

  • @khalilwilson3115
    @khalilwilson3115 Год назад +1

    I pray for this family.. Love from Delaware

  • @lisaforever321
    @lisaforever321 Год назад +1

    Being a twin myself, I can’t imagine what those siblings are going through after losing a triplet. My heart goes out to them 🤍 RIP

  • @ericheine2414
    @ericheine2414 Год назад +5

    You will'll never get over it.
    The best you can do is get better living with it. I am sad for your sadness. I'm also happy for your happiness. Let go, release your love,
    weather the pain, we will see the sun shine again. To Better Days.

  • @patleathers1197
    @patleathers1197 Год назад +4

    Rest in peace sweetheart ❤

  • @javanalecio8940
    @javanalecio8940 Год назад +3

    R.I.P Ethan, Xana, Kaylee, and Madison. ❤️🕊

  • @susanmoore7229
    @susanmoore7229 Год назад +6

    Such a beautiful son. I love the idea of “Ethan’s smile!” Lovely way to remember him 😊 🌸

  • @lisarobbinslauve3825
    @lisarobbinslauve3825 Год назад +1

    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏to the parents

  • @pamelatenn2890
    @pamelatenn2890 Год назад +5

    This to me was such a Brutal, Senseless, Crime..My Heart goes out to ALL THE FAMILIES THAT HAD THEIR BEAUTIFUL CHILDREN TAKEN AWAY FROM THEM, BY A HEARTLESS, SO CALLED, "HUMAN BEING".
    I KEEP ALL 4 OF THESE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE IN MY PRAYERS; AS WELL AS THEIR PARENTS, FRIENDS.
    THIS VIDEO MADE ME CRY..

  • @elisalucas2864
    @elisalucas2864 Год назад +1

    So sorry for your loss. They were living their best life. Rip

  • @Truecrimequeen68
    @Truecrimequeen68 Год назад +9

    My heart goes out to them ❤

  • @emilywhitler4264
    @emilywhitler4264 Год назад

    What a lucky man to have had these parents. And lucky parents to have had Ethan. This rips my soul in half. He deserves to be here.

  • @VioletJoy
    @VioletJoy Год назад +1

    After hearing from Ethan's parents for the first time - his personality, the triplets, the tulips - I really wish BK's name hadn't been added in at the end. That seemed to be in very poor taste. My heart goes out to the whole family. Their loss is unimaginable.
    🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼🌼

  • @renaemorris4090
    @renaemorris4090 Год назад

    This is beautiful. What a loving family. I pray they receive justice. Such a tragedy.

  • @jesicamurphy2280
    @jesicamurphy2280 Год назад +2

    Sending prayers 😢 you can hear the pain in his fathers voice

  • @dianev6180
    @dianev6180 Год назад +6

    So much love for Ethan's family

  • @trufamilybromontqc
    @trufamilybromontqc Год назад +3

    So heartbreaking

  • @LIGal398
    @LIGal398 Год назад +1

    What a beautiful way to honor their son. Those tulips blooming all over the world!

  • @CamDollar
    @CamDollar Год назад +1

    These parents are so beautiful. You can tell they have lovely people in their lives for this to be how they appear so soon after something so bad. Many people would've understandably been completely ruined by something so horrible. But the love around these people has kept them sane in such a crazy time. Everyone heals differently, but I think it's unfortunately very inspiring his parents are such loving people still working to give their love and show their love and enjoy life for the sake of Ethan's spirit.

  • @angelapina4443
    @angelapina4443 Год назад +2

    Much love to the family

  • @tarynnicosie4874
    @tarynnicosie4874 Год назад +1

    😢😢😢So sorry for your loss blessings❤

  • @mountainsofscraps
    @mountainsofscraps Год назад

    Losing a child is the hardest thing we ever have to go through! I admire your courage and like you my goal is to touch as many people as I can! I pray for all of us to reach our goal!

  • @jennyoberholzer1371
    @jennyoberholzer1371 Год назад +2

    How do you move on from this tragedy, my heart and Prayers go out to you and your family❤🙏🙏😘🤗

  • @ViceCityExtra
    @ViceCityExtra Год назад +4

    It feels so sad also knowing that he wasnt meant to be a victim. The house was targeted.. he just happened to be there. Heart goes out to all the families. Strength and prayers ❤😢

  • @tommieaustin6532
    @tommieaustin6532 Год назад +2

    Omg so touching sorry for your loss❤

  • @J_NYC
    @J_NYC Год назад +3

    God bless your family 🙏 😔

  • @marimullan4012
    @marimullan4012 Год назад

    Thos is so heartbreaking triplets separated by a heartless monster. My sincerest condolences to his family.

  • @Posh_and_Rooted
    @Posh_and_Rooted Год назад +1

    Heaven couldn’t wait for Ethan 😢 Continuous prayers for this sweet family.

  • @Floyd3P1979
    @Floyd3P1979 Год назад +2

    If someone takes your child, you take their child!!

  • @pwelcome1976
    @pwelcome1976 Год назад +3

    That is so unfair no one should have to put their kid in the ground

  • @annies6566
    @annies6566 Год назад +1

    May Ethan rest in peace 👼🏻🤍

  • @daniellegosha3384
    @daniellegosha3384 Год назад +2

    What a beautiful tribute to Ethan! ❤ so very sad. Prayers to his family

  • @leecranton
    @leecranton Год назад +2

    can’t even imagine their pain! ❤❤

  • @beatpirate8
    @beatpirate8 Год назад +1

    Triplet!!! I’m so heart broken for these families. I’m so glad they are doing Ethan’s smile tulips. 💛💛💛

  • @peggyreely8339
    @peggyreely8339 Год назад

    The loss of a child....I cannot contemplate it. And losing a child in this manner....just gut wrenching. Prayers.

  • @Kim-yy4zd
    @Kim-yy4zd Год назад +2

    So heartbroken for Ethans family

  • @yvettemartinez47
    @yvettemartinez47 Год назад +1

    So, so sad. My deepest condolences to the family.

  • @dalilahv
    @dalilahv Год назад +2

    This breaks my heart, I pray that god gives them strength to get through this 😢❤

  • @lindatohara6438
    @lindatohara6438 Год назад +1

    God bless and heal your beautiful family, it’s so nice to pay forward his memory. 😢you are both so strong 💪🏼

  • @Tennisshoes457
    @Tennisshoes457 Год назад +1

    im confused why they are saying this is there first time speaking out. They did an interview like right after the murderes

  • @cmfsobl
    @cmfsobl Год назад +4

    oh these poor parents and the triplets thing. I can't even.

  • @hoobastankaaromes
    @hoobastankaaromes Год назад +2

    that is very touching that parents are going to honor him and the fall will mark 1 year annivassary this is like quick already

  • @Emma_esthetician
    @Emma_esthetician Год назад +2

    This is such an unfair tragedy my heart breaks for them it’s so cruel what this man has done to so many people

  • @jennygirl8849
    @jennygirl8849 Год назад +1

    God bless your family ❤

  • @Momma-angela
    @Momma-angela Год назад +1

    😢 I’m so sorry! My heart breaks for you all and all I can do is pray for peace for you and your family and loved ones, wishing I could do more.
    I love the beautiful tulips 🌷 💐

  • @CaliforniaForever
    @CaliforniaForever Год назад +1

    That’s not the first time they’ve spoken publicly.

  • @joetate4027
    @joetate4027 Год назад

    Heartbreaking, sending so much love to them. Cant fathom going through something like that :(

  • @terid3569
    @terid3569 Год назад +1

    God bless this family

  • @teresab126
    @teresab126 Год назад

    Prayers for this family ❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

  • @MsSimgo
    @MsSimgo Год назад +1

    GMA, they weren't speaking for the 1st time. I have seen before interviews with them right after the incident.

  • @doug186
    @doug186 Год назад +6

    F Kohberger man. Innocent until proven guilty but he looks very guilty to me, Praying for justice.

  • @ahsn8010
    @ahsn8010 Год назад +1

    After listening them you really feel hate for the killer.