Is this guy a veteran or a civilian cart owner leaching off of protected veterans license? 🤔 How could he have owned so many carts, 499 in 1990? He has a sticker on his cart that reads Sgt David Gonzales USMC Killed In Action 3/21/1970. So he’s not David Gonzales. Who is this vendor? If he’s a veteran, I’m Glad to see he survived Donald Trump’s early 90’s mischief. In early 90’s Trump lobbied local politicians to ban street vendors - including those with special disabled veteran’s licenses - from operating on Fifth Avenue, where Trump Tower is located. Look it up. You’ll find this. They are as much a part of the New York City landscape as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and Times Square. But the presence of street vendors along New York City’s posh Fifth Avenue corridor gave Donald Trump heartburn in the early 1990s. Back then, he, along with other local business leaders, urged city and state officials to restrict vendor access to Fifth Avenue, including the space in front of Trump Tower. One target of his lobbying efforts included a special class of business operators: disabled veteran street vendors. “While disabled veterans should be given every opportunity to earn a living, is it fair to do so to the detriment of the city as a whole or its tax paying citizens and businesses?” Trump wrote in a 1991 letter obtained by the New York Daily News. “Do we allow Fifth Ave., one of the world’s finest and most luxurious shopping districts, to be turned into an outdoor flea market, clogging and seriously downgrading the area?” The fight went back to an 19th-century law that gave every veteran in New York the right to “hawk, peddle and vend any goods, wares or merchandise” throughout the state. Designed to create economic opportunities for Civil War veterans, the law has been amended a number of times at various state and city levels. Advocacy groups say what remains today is an overly complicated legal system that has, in fact, discouraged veterans from obtaining this protected license. Of New York City’s 2,555 general vendor licenses, only 105-and only those held by disabled veterans-permit work in the so-called "midtown core," a restricted zone created in the 1990s in part to respond to lobbying efforts of the Fifth Avenue Association. It’s a flawed process, veteran street vendors say. Not only is the number too low, but it has led to abuse of some disabled veterans through corruptive “rent-a-vet” schemes where civilian operators pay veterans to use their licenses in this prized area. Not surprising how a POS like Chump brings out other POS in his circle.
@@bdog0720 ok we get. You hate trump and blame him for everything. Get a life. And yea nobody wants pushy street vendors clogging up the streets. You do understand that they make life harder for those of us who are actually disabled. What do you think it’s like trying to get past these assholes in a wheelchair… because I know. It’s a nightmare. So which disabled person matters more…? Bring back market squares and let them all park together. This would create space for everyone and it would create a new shopping area. Not ruin everywhere else. And how much shitty food do people need before we’re allowed to say ENOUGH.
@@ChuckieP nooo I think he just said there’s 499 different hot dog carts in NYC (specifically Manhattan) in order to have that spot you also have to pay a massive fine annually (rent) 400k in rent which is crazy considering it a cart & a small business
@traduni920 lol. Know to be top vendor in 1990 to buy properties for myself and equitable carts to generate a generational wealth not so i dont live in a van in 35yrs later but my grand childrens grand children will beable to eat off our legacy. That what i done. Ignorance is only stupidity of other without knowledge or a plan.
Why are Americans so fascinated with poverty, grifting, and grinding. By the 90s he had 499 of these carts and he still hasnt been able to buy himself a home? He must be the worst businessman in New York history.
@@captain_context9991get what you’re saying, but fifth avenue in New York is a place for the Uber rich. Housing ranges from $1 million to $70million and higher. He could buy a place outside the city but that means he has to commute and traffic is horrendous in New York and public transit is not safe or anywhere near, what the European’ offer when it comes to public transportation. He should have been able to buy a house at some point in time, but may have had to give it up over a divorce or had to sell it to pay for medical expenses. Medical bills are expensive in the states. That and not living within your means are two main reasons why Americans find themselves burried in debt. Also, cannot forget, State income tax rates in New York, range from 4% to 10.9%. Lastly, crime rate is ranked 26th out of the 50 states.
@@captain_context9991 If we're gonna make assumptions - we can say he does that for security....I mean - it IS NY. If he doesn't sleep in it I'm sure someone else will - or it'll get lifted.
This "real man" nonsense has got to stop! It puts unnecessary expectations and pressures on males and makes some feel that their only worth or way of receiving love is to provide, which devastates their mental health. A lot of men have had this used against them to the point where they don't live their lives for themselves and or lose/give everything. That's man is a selfless person... no need to enforce "real man" box
I’m really glad you profiled this guy. He’s a fixture and what an amazing backstory. I’m a NYer and I never thought about the backstory, that was great. Thank you.
Self-sacrifice is the biggest delusion men should overcome, it is because of that delusion that women have a psychological edge over them and can manipulate them easier by playing on their pride, honor, etc.
That man is a legend. We need more stories about people like him. Too many people idolize entitled celebs, we should be showing our children this man as an example of a great human.
Yes I also believe a real man should have a really pitiful life to give every dollar to his family somehow what a great definition, hope he doesn't die too soon to be able to provide a little bit more for his family, because we don't give a fuck about him right 🤷♂️
Ask him. Just an ordinary guy looking to eke out an existence. Wants no favours, not from the City, not from the cops, just wants to be left alone to do his stuff. Freaking American Hero. 🇺🇸
No, dude. This reeks of hustle culture bullshit. $400k supporting two families with 6 kids between them is not going as far as you think in NYC. I respect this dude's hustle, but the system should be better than requiring this guy to sleep next to his carts to keep his spot. They're trying to kick him out because he's a veteran and vets are exempt from payjng vendor fees, and considering the volume that he's pushing the city sees his fee exemption as a source of lost revenue. It's a dog eat dog world out there, but we should be striving to have a society that isn't so cutthroat as to require an old man to sleep in his van to keep his vendor spot so that he can hustle until the day he dies. This man's gonna be hustling hotdogs with one food in fhe grave and the ofher on a tomato slice, and while I can respecf a hard working man, I don't fhink those conditions in society are anything to be respected. I realize we live in a very imperfect world and at the end of the day people will do what they need to to get by, but the yourube/Twitter hustle culture pushed by the likes of Gary Vaynerchuk and the like is bullshit sold to rubes to take advantage of them working in to futility to the benefit of the advantageous hustle gurus like Vaynerchuk who push it those who listen.
This is awesome man. This man is doing everything for others taking very little (next to nothing) for himself. This makes me happy, thanks for sharing!
I was lucky to grow up around the corner from the MET (literally - around the corner between Madison and 5th ave). This guy has been working here for 30++ years - every day - with a smile on his face. Rain, Sun, Snow, or anything in between, you can always count on these vendors to get you a hot (and delicious) meal! This vendor in particular is ex military - so when you support him by buying his food, you are supporting the same people who fought for our country. No - it’s not a “healthy” option, but it’s classic New York food and in a way is truly timeless. I will never forget growing up and using my pocket money to buy a dog here and there after school. Loved this vid! Thanks for bringing back all the good memories :)
Always have one you know geez dude yes serving our country back then something to be proud of we get his story. I'm sure the guy isn't running around New York yelling I forgot when I forgot one when he sees a Vietnamese I get a f****** grip as for today I'd be embarrassed to fight for this country with people like you who feel they have to correct this man's comment when clearly sharing his memory with us . Have to be woke he wasn't giving self-praise or destroying a country
@@jasonlacroix6083look at you twisting a wholesome and beautiful life story of someone into a horrible topic. Look and be proud of what youve done, you wanker.
Now that’s a real man guys, pay attention. He’s living on the bare minimum to leave this world better for his children then when he got here and that’s real generational wealth.
@@ryanzbt14078 Considering that most disabled veterans are cast aside, some one fifth end up committing suicide and Lord knows how many end up on the street, no, it's not "kinda shady" it's called helping a particularly downtrodden group in society. Same way it's not "kinda shady" when we give scholarships to specifically poorer children because they specifically can't afford education. The government has things set up for disabled veterans so they don't fall on shitty times. What, you calling this guy a crook?
By the 90s, he had 499 of these carts and he STILL hasnt been able to buy a home for himself or his family? Dude. He must be the worst businessman in the history of New York.
@@eggrolll No, I realise this is almost impossible to explain to Americans... I just find it weird how this entire comment field is glorifying the grift, the grind, the "journey" and the hustle. While in actual fact. The dude is homeless. If he was smart, at ANY POINT in the last 40 years. While it was actually possible to buy a home on a normal job, and have it paid down by now, and have bought another one... Then he would have done precisely that. What is it with this love of "the struggle" The dude is sleeping on the same 10 squarefeet he is working on alongside with his grown-ass daughter, you muppet. What is it you are seeing here that Im not?
@@ko-Daegu You can’t just set up a business on the sidewalk. Obviously they gave him a break at some point or he did get his papers in order to street vend.. Remember everything on this planet is all about the dollars. When they notice he was selling a thousand dogs a day they wanted a bit of that pie or hotdog 🤣
I’ve seen y’all so much and the one time I was in NYC I actually got a dog from y’all, but I just have the upmost respect for y’all and just keep on being the best!!! Thank y’all for your service!!!
Ultimate props to this gentleman. Working hard and living a humble life. Certainly he earned and deserves a retirement. Next time I’m in NY, I’m having a hot dog in his honor! Then, I’m going to visit other street vendors who are also trying to make a similar living. Thank you for working so hard and setting an example for others.
He's working so hard for his older children says alot about this amazing man!! Most parents think there job is done once they barley get you through high school. Bravo to him. Hope his kids appreciate his dedication.
What an amazing dad! I want to go to NY just to support. He’s supporting everyone and living in a van. I know they work along side him but his was his goal and dream that is carrying his and two daughters families. Man of the year!!!❤
Been selling hot dogs for 40 years. And out of 499 carts, 2 of them bring in $400k and he lives in his van so he can pay his daughters? They should all have a house
He lives in his van so that he doesn’t have to move those 2 carts which are in prime position in the city. If there’s not someone there with the carts at all times they can be towed away and someone else could set up shop there.
@@Red-ju4mi if he hired someone at $25 an hour (not including health insurance etc) $25x24= $600x365=$219,000 a year, My whole point is its kinda scummy to trap the best foodtruck spot in town because of a technicality, but because its new york and he’s been doing it for 35 years its tradition
That’s a real man, and clearly a great father. May all the great fathers get the respect and love they deserve. Like my father, a great hard working man. Bless up to all the good dads who do whatever they can for their families
Gabriel, thank you for these series! So many people deserve some attention. I hope to be able to do the same thing you did. It would teach me more about life as well.
You can find Dan (@nyhotdogs) in front of the MET everyday. You can support him by purchasing a hotdog or his book “The New York Hotdog King”
Is this guy a veteran or a civilian cart owner leaching off of protected veterans license? 🤔 How could he have owned so many carts, 499 in 1990? He has a sticker on his cart that reads Sgt David Gonzales USMC Killed In Action 3/21/1970. So he’s not David Gonzales. Who is this vendor?
If he’s a veteran, I’m Glad to see he survived Donald Trump’s early 90’s mischief.
In early 90’s Trump lobbied local politicians to ban street vendors - including those with special disabled veteran’s licenses - from operating on Fifth Avenue, where Trump Tower is located.
Look it up. You’ll find this.
They are as much a part of the New York City landscape as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building and Times Square. But the presence of street vendors along New York City’s posh Fifth Avenue corridor gave Donald Trump heartburn in the early 1990s. Back then, he, along with other local business leaders, urged city and state officials to restrict vendor access to Fifth Avenue, including the space in front of Trump Tower. One target of his lobbying efforts included a special class of business operators: disabled veteran street vendors.
“While disabled veterans should be given every opportunity to earn a living, is it fair to do so to the detriment of the city as a whole or its tax paying citizens and businesses?” Trump wrote in a 1991 letter obtained by the New York Daily News. “Do we allow Fifth Ave., one of the world’s finest and most luxurious shopping districts, to be turned into an outdoor flea market, clogging and seriously downgrading the area?”
The fight went back to an 19th-century law that gave every veteran in New York the right to “hawk, peddle and vend any goods, wares or merchandise” throughout the state. Designed to create economic opportunities for Civil War veterans, the law has been amended a number of times at various state and city levels. Advocacy groups say what remains today is an overly complicated legal system that has, in fact, discouraged veterans from obtaining this protected license. Of New York City’s 2,555 general vendor licenses, only 105-and only those held by disabled veterans-permit work in the so-called "midtown core," a restricted zone created in the 1990s in part to respond to lobbying efforts of the Fifth Avenue Association. It’s a flawed process, veteran street vendors say. Not only is the number too low, but it has led to abuse of some disabled veterans through corruptive “rent-a-vet” schemes where civilian operators pay veterans to use their licenses in this prized area.
Not surprising how a POS like Chump brings out other POS in his circle.
Nice little vid mate ✌️
@@bdog0720 ok we get. You hate trump and blame him for everything. Get a life. And yea nobody wants pushy street vendors clogging up the streets. You do understand that they make life harder for those of us who are actually disabled. What do you think it’s like trying to get past these assholes in a wheelchair… because I know. It’s a nightmare. So which disabled person matters more…? Bring back market squares and let them all park together. This would create space for everyone and it would create a new shopping area. Not ruin everywhere else. And how much shitty food do people need before we’re allowed to say ENOUGH.
What watch are you wearing Gabriel?
@@trimi222 it’s from Solgaard!
Selfless man living bare minimum to provide for his family. Ultimate respect. Respect
Yes but the daughters need to get jobs as well.
He had 499 carts on the street and made over 500k a year just from 2 of them? I don’t think he has to live off the bare minimum
@@ChuckieP nooo I think he just said there’s 499 different hot dog carts in NYC (specifically Manhattan) in order to have that spot you also have to pay a massive fine annually (rent) 400k in rent which is crazy considering it a cart & a small business
@@ChuckieP he has to pay 400k for those 2 carts every year
Notice mom wasn't around
Man sleeps in a van so his grandkids and daughters can live comfortably. “Everybody’s gotta eat”. Mad respect 🫡
No respect. How can u say he is monumental
@@nextstopformixing2568 he is. What have YOU done that can be compared to that?
@traduni920 lol. Know to be top vendor in 1990 to buy properties for myself and equitable carts to generate a generational wealth not so i dont live in a van in 35yrs later but my grand childrens grand children will beable to eat off our legacy. That what i done. Ignorance is only stupidity of other without knowledge or a plan.
@@traduni920 Having 499 food carts and barely can support 2 kids O_o Only Trump can make less money.
@@nextstopformixing2568 loser 😂
That's a father! Making 6 figures but taking care of his family first, hats off sir
Screw him and screw capitalism 🖕🏾
He’s making FAR more than 6 figures. He has stands all across the city. Easily bringing in millions every year. This man is exceptionally humble.
@ShinuPain a million is definitely 7 figures bro…
@ShinuPaina figure is a digit. 100,000 has 6 digits. 1,000,000 has 7 digits.
@ShinuPainnumbers are tough huh?
He was the one who told me to get my food vendors license and come back and see him, hes all about helping fellow Veterans.
My man pays himself the bare minimum so that his family can live good . Beautiful
YES thats a REAL MAN!
Just makes me cry!! Such a sweet sweet and beautiful thing!! I cannot wait to do this for my kids and husband 🥰
Hell yea
Why are Americans so fascinated with poverty, grifting, and grinding.
By the 90s he had 499 of these carts and he still hasnt been able to buy himself a home? He must be the worst businessman in New York history.
@@captain_context9991get what you’re saying, but fifth avenue in New York is a place for the Uber rich. Housing ranges from $1 million to $70million and higher. He could buy a place outside the city but that means he has to commute and traffic is horrendous in New York and public transit is not safe or anywhere near, what the European’ offer when it comes to public transportation. He should have been able to buy a house at some point in time, but may have had to give it up over a divorce or had to sell it to pay for medical expenses. Medical bills are expensive in the states. That and not living within your means are two main reasons why Americans find themselves burried in debt. Also, cannot forget, State income tax rates in New York, range from 4% to 10.9%. Lastly, crime rate is ranked 26th out of the 50 states.
Man is wholesome fr🤝🏽
For real!
@@GabrielDeSantiDid you know he is really racist ?
@@Laterjhonshowlike your mother? Yeah I bet!
That's one of the nastiest place to eat from
@@Laterjhonshow
Is he?
A breath of fresh air! Hardworking father present for his daughters and grandkids. A true protector.
A true man takes care of his ENTIRE FAMILY, with no concern about himself!!Bravo!!!
One of the rare people that actually deserve 100% of my respect, what a guy
100% but his business isnt making money. So what the hell.
@@captain_context9991 what??????? Yes it is he literally said he makes 400k a year u deaf???? It’s literally in the video
@@jacksonreginald4735
And sleeps in that van.....
@@captain_context9991 If we're gonna make assumptions - we can say he does that for security....I mean - it IS NY. If he doesn't sleep in it I'm sure someone else will - or it'll get lifted.
@@johncrow5072
That would be simply making things up. If he has to sleep in a car, then at least get another car. I mean... How hard is it.
The guy is so selfless and humble.
He made a book called "The Hotdog King of New York", haha.
🤓
The sausages are not halal!! Infidel stone him in the name of allahhhhhhhhhh skilly willydonnuuuuuuuut
@@bearwitty9690 Extremely humble
Dude, we should all pay more for his service and dedication.
Oh man what would we do without the hotdog vendor blessing people with glizzys what a service
Yes we should pay more to the hot dog vendor making 400k a year, seems like a good guy though
I think doctors or engineers are more important bro 😅
Salute to this OG putting the family first he could be somewhere getting topped off all day but he doing it the right one which is usually the hardest
“Everybody’s gotta eat” now that’s a real man/father
I wish black people can have this mentality instead of comparing and competing against each other.
@yana yana they never will
The entitlement is rampant in the black community
It’s really just American black mentality. There’s like 0 intelligence in our homes it’s so sad
@@yanayana6234 where did black people come in to conversation 🤣
Yes sir
Dudes dreams are not just for him. Talk about a father giving his all there you go. That’s a man who knows sacrifice
You should make it an evan 500 venders
For your daughters...nothing is sacrifice.
Only because he’s not black, then it’ll be a different story including authorities beating him and auctioning off his cart
@@americansforhire5378 what? Are you mentally ill ?
If that was my dad I would _never_ let him sleep in a van while his business is supporting me and my family... i guess that's just me tho
Legit about to become a minimalist for my families future, served his country and serves his family even harder..you need a hero? This man is a hero
Such a commendable way of life brother.👍
So selfless 👏🏽 People like this deserve all the good in the world
Yeah, like sleeping in a van while his daughter lives in a big ass house.
That’s what a real man looks like. Selfless, loving and humble. That’s a man I aspire to be like.
Cut the this is what a real man looks like crap. This is what a good parent and selfless person looks like.
This "real man" nonsense has got to stop! It puts unnecessary expectations and pressures on males and makes some feel that their only worth or way of receiving love is to provide, which devastates their mental health. A lot of men have had this used against them to the point where they don't live their lives for themselves and or lose/give everything.
That's man is a selfless person... no need to enforce "real man" box
I'm sure he's a really happy person.
then that's what you'll be. Just don't marry a cheating b like I did.
respect
I wish you nothing but the best for you and your family…..,
Same!!
Wanted to hit the like button but it was at 777 likes. Treat this comment as a like
I wish him everything and That aswell
@@TheBeatSmash come back and set your like in stone add your mark irs at 2.2k let’s get it to 7.77k brothers and sistas
@@GabrielDeSanti I don't think it was meant for you. But you made sure to make a dove tail answer... youshooo shmart!
LOVE this guy , happy supporting his family
I’m really glad you profiled this guy. He’s a fixture and what an amazing backstory. I’m a NYer and I never thought about the backstory, that was great. Thank you.
Now that is a Dad who thinks of his family more than himself ❤
Probably no better job than an endless stream of curious fans
For sure!❤
Self-sacrifice is the biggest delusion men should overcome, it is because of that delusion that women have a psychological edge over them and can manipulate them easier by playing on their pride, honor, etc.
Facts
@@jayslungsbloodclot2733 so deny your manhood to protect your fragile feelings sounds like a women to me lol
That man is a legend. We need more stories about people like him. Too many people idolize entitled celebs, we should be showing our children this man as an example of a great human.
Couldn't agree more.
Straight facts
I agree! I resonate with what you said deeply, I can’t wait until more people think like this! I’m so tired of people idolizing celebs l.
Amen brother
Share that speech brother!
Love that guy!!! Happy Man. Doesn’t complain and made a name for himself! He appears to be the happiest man alive. 😃
Great definition of being a father. Huge sacrifice to make amends for his family! 💯
She’s proud of her dad you can tell from the beginning that smile‼️
I don't doubt that she is but you got all that from a smile? Lol
Sounds like she's just waiting for him to die. She said he has to sleep in the hotdog truck.
No, you can't tell that from a smile.
Yeah I’m sure most people would if their dads were making 400k a year moron
This man is so wholesome, I hope he lives long enough to have a great retirement for all his hard work and looking after his family.
Retirement? This is his life.
Never will this guy retire...HE SLEEPS THERE!! 😂
A mans man, living for his kids and his family and nothing else, RESPECT
And it brings him joy to be able to.
@@northwest1760 yup.. you know he doesn't sit around and get bored!!
what a great dude
I remember beating this guy up in gta 4
That makes you a man? I rather be single
@@lamaralston9123 cool, have a terrible lonely life 🎉
Thats a real man right there. Sacrafice, hard work, selfless, love of family. Hell yeah.
Imagine this being the criteria to be a "real man"
@@manniefresh7354 😂
@@manniefresh7354 for real
@@manniefresh7354 for real, I can’t even be a normal person and achieve being a “real man”
Yes I also believe a real man should have a really pitiful life to give every dollar to his family somehow what a great definition, hope he doesn't die too soon to be able to provide a little bit more for his family, because we don't give a fuck about him right 🤷♂️
That is a true family man right there! Humble, respectful, selfless, and always looking out for his people
Ask him. Just an ordinary guy looking to eke out an existence. Wants no favours, not from the City, not from the cops, just wants to be left alone to do his stuff.
Freaking American Hero. 🇺🇸
Cops? Cops do favors? What are you talking about? New York cops? The city of Serpico! The most corrupt cops in Americas history.
I was the 556th like. America’s caliber 🦅🇺🇸
I’m going to pay him a visit when we’re in NYC later this year. Two hot dogs, onions, and a chilled Coke.
Oh, and 💙🤍❤️GO GIANTS !
He's serving hotdogs🤭
@@nuclearkamikazehell yeahhh!!!
This dude’s gonna have an entire castle in Heaven. This is a genuinely selfless guy who looks out for his family. Mad respect
If hes with Christ. Because if he isnt he wont even have a foot in the gate.
Yeah I also believe all that bullshit, a hotdog castle right, with 50 virgins women's and free Netflix
😂😂😂😂😂
If only heaven were real... But it's not
@@murderofcrows4355 i don't wanna go to your version of heaven if this guy can't get in bruh
Props to this man! Always keeping his family first, making sure their needs are met before his own 👏🏼👏🏼 true man!!
This is the most selfless humble great man I’ve ever seen! So glad he’s making that much money.!!
Pure happiness in that man's eyes.. thats what's understanding what your true purpose is and just doing your part
You can tell this mans gift is his attitude
This is a true man among men. Respect 💪💪💪
This is how real millionaires live. True humility and high morale. I respect to the utmost.
hes poor
No, dude. This reeks of hustle culture bullshit. $400k supporting two families with 6 kids between them is not going as far as you think in NYC. I respect this dude's hustle, but the system should be better than requiring this guy to sleep next to his carts to keep his spot. They're trying to kick him out because he's a veteran and vets are exempt from payjng vendor fees, and considering the volume that he's pushing the city sees his fee exemption as a source of lost revenue. It's a dog eat dog world out there, but we should be striving to have a society that isn't so cutthroat as to require an old man to sleep in his van to keep his vendor spot so that he can hustle until the day he dies. This man's gonna be hustling hotdogs with one food in fhe grave and the ofher on a tomato slice, and while I can respecf a hard working man, I don't fhink those conditions in society are anything to be respected.
I realize we live in a very imperfect world and at the end of the day people will do what they need to to get by, but the yourube/Twitter hustle culture pushed by the likes of Gary Vaynerchuk and the like is bullshit sold to rubes to take advantage of them working in to futility to the benefit of the advantageous hustle gurus like Vaynerchuk who push it those who listen.
🧢
@@juanshaftpatel7488$400k a year
@@GanderV2 he doesn’t pocket that much, he just said most of it goes to his daughters and their kids, keep up pal
World needs more of this man, i hope his family deserves him.
This is awesome man. This man is doing everything for others taking very little (next to nothing) for himself. This makes me happy, thanks for sharing!
He seems like such a nice genuine person.
Honestly what a soulful man. Cares entirely for family
I was lucky to grow up around the corner from the MET (literally - around the corner between Madison and 5th ave). This guy has been working here for 30++ years - every day - with a smile on his face. Rain, Sun, Snow, or anything in between, you can always count on these vendors to get you a hot (and delicious) meal! This vendor in particular is ex military - so when you support him by buying his food, you are supporting the same people who fought for our country. No - it’s not a “healthy” option, but it’s classic New York food and in a way is truly timeless. I will never forget growing up and using my pocket money to buy a dog here and there after school. Loved this vid! Thanks for bringing back all the good memories :)
Were the Vietnamese going to invade America? I'm sure the hot dogs are great, but destroying Vietnam isn't something he's proud of.
Always have one you know geez dude yes serving our country back then something to be proud of we get his story. I'm sure the guy isn't running around New York yelling I forgot when I forgot one when he sees a Vietnamese I get a f****** grip as for today I'd be embarrassed to fight for this country with people like you who feel they have to correct this man's comment when clearly sharing his memory with us . Have to be woke he wasn't giving self-praise or destroying a country
@@jeremymiller9821 is this word salad for me? '
@@jasonlacroix6083look at you twisting a wholesome and beautiful life story of someone into a horrible topic. Look and be proud of what youve done, you wanker.
@@jasonlacroix6083 I didn’t leave the comment, but yes. Definitely. The salad will go great with the mush that resides where your brain once sat
He seems genuinely happy, much respect to this guy
that man is an absolute gift to this world
thats a hero, selfless, honest, looks like an amazing dad
He has a good heart. If big business wasn’t greedy, who knows what this world would be.
how is this guy so wholesome jesus
That's a healthy, realistic and honest entrepreneur.
God bless this precious man and his family.
Now that’s a real man guys, pay attention. He’s living on the bare minimum to leave this world better for his children then when he got here and that’s real generational wealth.
Fats
Facts
😂😂😂 yeah or no other choice. He could have done anything
@@thevideo7470he could be balling rn he already raised his kids
That’s a real man huh? I think that might be opinion based. No real man wants to live like this
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“Enough to live on 5th Ave. humble and hardworking ❤️
Nobody more humble a true family man.
Definition of a true gentleman. The world needs more of you good sir.
Mad respect for this family man❤
This man is blessed to provide for his family
That’s a good man and good father
That's a real family man, protect this dude at all costs
That man owns the most expensive license for a street vendor in the US. Congrats to him. He’s definitely worked his ass off to get it
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Do a deep dive on the special licenses disabled vets get. It’s almost like organized crime for some lol he’s kinda shady
@@ryanzbt14078 a disabled vet getting a special choice sounds good to me I that is the case. This guy has fed millions roaming the streets.
@@ryanzbt14078 Considering that most disabled veterans are cast aside, some one fifth end up committing suicide and Lord knows how many end up on the street, no, it's not "kinda shady" it's called helping a particularly downtrodden group in society. Same way it's not "kinda shady" when we give scholarships to specifically poorer children because they specifically can't afford education.
The government has things set up for disabled veterans so they don't fall on shitty times. What, you calling this guy a crook?
@@AdamOwenBrowning great reply Adam!
Bless this man We need more family guys like him❤
This man has the biggest heart in the world. Wish there were more people like him. 👍
He seems like a genuinely good guy
Thats a real New Yorker right there. Grinding to provide for his family. My hat goes off to him
By the 90s, he had 499 of these carts and he STILL hasnt been able to buy a home for himself or his family?
Dude. He must be the worst businessman in the history of New York.
@@captain_context9991 are you really this dense? Did you miss the part where he said he lives in a van so his FAMILY can have what they need?
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No, I realise this is almost impossible to explain to Americans...
I just find it weird how this entire comment field is glorifying the grift, the grind, the "journey" and the hustle. While in actual fact. The dude is homeless.
If he was smart, at ANY POINT in the last 40 years. While it was actually possible to buy a home on a normal job, and have it paid down by now, and have bought another one... Then he would have done precisely that.
What is it with this love of "the struggle" The dude is sleeping on the same 10 squarefeet he is working on alongside with his grown-ass daughter, you muppet.
What is it you are seeing here that Im not?
New Yorkers pull your weight and support this man. He’s the embodiment of true family values
Thanks Dad
@@stedbenj I’m just a bucket..
he survives off tourists not new yorkers
@@vivimu OK, but he’s from New York… you look out for your own people not rely on foreign strangers to do it for you.
No.. We Real New Yorkers don't eat from these carts
this man is a legend and inspiration
Now that’s a genuine fella ❤
then why cops will arrest him then ?
@@ko-Daegu You can’t just set up a business on the sidewalk. Obviously they gave him a break at some point or he did get his papers in order to street vend.. Remember everything on this planet is all about the dollars. When they notice he was selling a thousand dogs a day they wanted a bit of that pie or hotdog 🤣
This is a respectable man.
This man is a hero. Hats off.
I’ve seen y’all so much and the one time I was in NYC I actually got a dog from y’all, but I just have the upmost respect for y’all and just keep on being the best!!! Thank y’all for your service!!!
This man is the definition of a hard-working American
and he’s still working in a van
That’s a real family man, a real New Yorker 🙌🙌
Exactly my success will be my whole families success! I am my brothers keeper. Forever always no matter what!
the most humble dude God bless you Sir!
That’s a real man right there he puts his family first
The fact that he would rather live in a van so his family is happy is so wholesome, heartwarming and a great example of what love and being a man👌🏼🙏🏼
He’s pretending he’s struggling because he doesn’t pay tax dudes a scammer.
@@Bando-fx4mf that’s not scam 🤣
@@Bando-fx4mf taxation is theft and you sound like a politician!!!!
SECURITY!, TOO MUCH INFO FOR HIS SAFETY,...the criminal element w/bad intentions thinking he has $$$ in his van/himself, big payday crime, SECURITY!
Ultimate props to this gentleman. Working hard and living a humble life. Certainly he earned and deserves a retirement. Next time I’m in NY, I’m having a hot dog in his honor! Then, I’m going to visit other street vendors who are also trying to make a similar living. Thank you for working so hard and setting an example for others.
This man has my utmost respect
Poor guy, yet one of the most respectable guys I have seen
Wow this is what a father is.. Salute that man sacrificing for his family he chose to create.. Bless
He's working so hard for his older children says alot about this amazing man!! Most parents think there job is done once they barley get you through high school. Bravo to him. Hope his kids appreciate his dedication.
Wish him a long and happy life! That's what a real man is.
Its great to hear these stories. Thankyou
What an amazing dad! I want to go to NY just to support. He’s supporting everyone and living in a van. I know they work along side him but his was his goal and dream that is carrying his and two daughters families. Man of the year!!!❤
The daughters husband's should sleep in the Van. Give this old man a break....
A true hard working committed family man. Respect
“Everybody gotta eat” what a top g
Proof, that if you just go out there and get after it, you can make it happen !! Outstanding ! I love it ❤❤❤
Been selling hot dogs for 40 years. And out of 499 carts, 2 of them bring in $400k and he lives in his van so he can pay his daughters? They should all have a house
Bro taxs are a high for owners and its a lot of vendor fees to pay yearly
He lives in his van so that he doesn’t have to move those 2 carts which are in prime position in the city.
If there’s not someone there with the carts at all times they can be towed away and someone else could set up shop there.
He should jist hire someone to babysit carts
@@Red-ju4mi if he hired someone at $25 an hour (not including health insurance etc) $25x24= $600x365=$219,000 a year,
My whole point is its kinda scummy to trap the best foodtruck spot in town because of a technicality, but because its new york and he’s been doing it for 35 years its tradition
499 licensed hot dog carts in the city. He owns two. The license costs 400k a year. He probably makes 150k profit a year
That’s a real man, and clearly a great father. May all the great fathers get the respect and love they deserve. Like my father, a great hard working man. Bless up to all the good dads who do whatever they can for their families
too bad them kids seem to miss out on dad!, hate deadbeats
What a dad ! 🙏🏽♥️
love these stories
Such a selfless and wholesome man, I love how you can hear the pure happiness in his voice
Man's a true legend by putting his family first and not wanting much
This man is the definition of a provider and a father. I love it
Best part about this is he is probably as happy as can be living the way he does. Providing is all a father wants to so
This man. The way he smiles and is genuinely hapoy that he provides for his family motivates me to work hard and be a real man.
Wow, Dan is a great father and entrepreneur. God bless him.❤
Gabriel, thank you for these series! So many people deserve some attention. I hope to be able to do the same thing you did. It would teach me more about life as well.
Gosh bless this man I hope he gets what’s he deserves ❤
This guys is an absolute legend providing for his whole family
They should get their own job instead of mooching off him why is he paying for his grandchildren’s food? Those cheapos
He’s a very humble man.