I've lived in Shelbyville, Tennessee for over 25 years. Had no idea about either Dr. Key or Jim until i came across this doc some time ago. I'm now almost 41. No one I've ever met around here, no matter the age, has heard of them either (of the folks I've asked, that is). Dr Key is indeed buried in the cemetery on Lane Parkway, the grave is fairly easy to find. Jim is buried at the back of someone's property on the left almost as soon as you make the turn onto Himesville Rd from Old Tullahoma Highway. If you pass New Hope Rd you've gone too far (it's the road right before, assuming you're coming from Shelbyville). Thank you, Mr. Skinner, for bringing to life this grand tale once again. God Bless You. Edit: Also, Shelbyville Is the "Walking Horse capital of the world". Not sure where the race horse info came from, but it's incorrect.
😢 such a beautifully told story ❤ I wish i were so talented & especially loved. 😔 My love to you, Beautiful Jim ❤ I'm glad life was better to you❤ love forever
Simply wonderful Mr Skinner! What a lovely story that proves love will always overcome unkindness. It was great to be able to hear about the beautiful Jim Key and those who cared for him. Again thank you
A Real Americana Story From Our Past! David Hoffman, A Filmmaker who ALSO has a video on his channel of Jim Key as well....his video is called "Beautiful Jim Key: The World's Smartest Horse"...and his journey into discovering The Wonderful Story is well worth the "trip" to his channel. A wonderful job as always Mr. Skinner in telling this story as only you can do! Thank you for sharing this with your Fans! Cheers From Ohio
I've known of the history about Jim Key, the world's smartest horse, and you do such an awesome job telling it, like all the others that you've done! Worth the share too! 🐎💕
Ok I have to admit I was not going to watch this one since I am not really interested in any smart horses but I am glad I did. This was a fascinating video. Thank you Jerry for your amazing story telling and all of the hard work that you do researching your videos.
It's slightly different from David Hoffman's video on the subject. That one claims he earned money playing cards to buy the Key home and other businesses
What a magnificent story. Thank you for sharing it. I had a connection with my first horse like this. I love that horse. I have 6 right now. Very young, looking forward to working with them all.
What an incredible, lovely, uplifting story! I did not know anything about Jim Key at all. So glad to have you tell us the story in your own unique way with that special southern charm! Thank you Jerry!
Thank you again Jerry. What an amazing story about Jim Key. I have always been kind to animals and took this story very close to,my heart. I always said, I think I love animals more than some people. They are nonjudgmental and full of love. Thank you for this documentary, please keep em coming Jerry. Stay well, Augie and Jill Blase 🤠
Wow thank you Mr skinner. This is so true that kindness can create miracles. This man knew it before science proved it. The end made me cry as I've spent the last 20 years rescuing injured animals didn't matter what kind placing them in homes after they've had what we call affection therapy and seeing their lives Blossom has been the greatest gift.
What a wonderful video and tribute to a real hero and friend. And I am speaking about Dr. Key. Beautiful Jim was a very fortunate horse to have suck a caring and loving owner who knew how to train without pain and brutality towards animals. I wish the people who mistreat animals could be treated likewise!!!
oh so beautiful story I have to cry thank you very much MR.Jerry Skinner and happy Christmas and a New Years to all your Family and Good Bye see you next Years.
Your story about the fine Doctor Key and "wonderful Jim Key" brought me joy. Very sweet an tender I love people that love animals. Sad all the bad luck with his wives. God has a special place for people like Dr. Key. Thanks Jerry.
Jerry, I've watched many of your videos but this one was the most heart warming! Thank you for sharing. Everyone should know about this wonderful man and his equine friend.
This is an incredible story of kindness to animals and the love they return to their human. I’ve never heard of this horse until this day, thank you for telling this story. The next step of honoring this horse and his human is to make a movie of this incredible story! Needs to be made! ❤️❤️
Spent many an hour on The Natchez Trace between Natchez Jackson and Vicksburg in my Wilder years.. Great as usual Mr.Skinner MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOURS Mr.Skinner
What a beautiful story of a man and his friend; Yes, I too believe in being kind to animals, when I hear such terrible stories of animal abuse and cruelty, I will chose to remember Dr. Key and Beautiful Jim Key. Thank you so much Mr. Skinner for sharing this true story with me. ( US)
*WONDERFUL, Jerry, as always!* I really love watching your videos for us. I'm moving up to age 70 shortly and I remember many of these actors in black and white (which is what all we had on our TVs, to you young-uns!) and your knowledge about all things Hollywood is amazing! Thank you again, Jerry, for this particular video. Big love to you, sir!
What a great story. And it took only 17 minutes. I knew it would be impossible to stop the video when I pushed the start button because it was from Jerry. You found your calling in life like Jim Key did.
This video was especially touching. I had a wonderful, wonderful horse Axel who was as smart as any dog I ever knew. He was incredibly beautiful too. He died almost one year ago. Dec 22.
WOW!!! Thank you, Jerry, for another outstanding video! I've been wanting to go along on one of your road trips for a while, and this came at just the right time.
What a beautiful story with "kindness" woven all the way through. Amazing fun uplifting story just what I need in a age of chaos and deceit. Made my day. 😊😊
Mr Skinner thank you so much for the time you put in to good honest quality biographies of Jim and others who deserve honest narratives of there lives and times. Reminding us of truly decent beings who have had a good impact on all of us .
Great video Mr. Skinner. Love watching your channel and really enjoy watching your videos. I have always found your stories very interesting and informative.
This is the coolest story I've ever heard involving an animal! Absolutely incredible and told by the smooth voice Mr Skinner,as always an excellent job! Thank you thank you Jerry!
Jim Keys grave not too far from my home, I have been there several times...you will find little mementos on the ground that people leave, its so sweet.
It is said that...Horses are Noble animals....I truly be believe that is the case...Thais a beautiful video Jerry...Thanks my friend for all of the work you do bring things to the for front such as this...!
I had heard about this story but was so glad to see that you, Jerry, made a video of it because I knew you would get more of the details and put it all together beautifully! Thank you! It's such a lovely story but I wonder why so many of William's wives died young! How sad!
You Mr Skinner are my modern History Channel, Discovery Channel... Documentaries as they are supposed to be made. Thank you very much for your time and effort to give us these amazing stories. I wish you all the best and happy holidays. Božo from Croatia.
Mr. Skinner, this is an absolutely wonderful story and I thank you for your creativity, your heart, and YOUR kindness in it’s excellent telling. My grandparents generation would have known of this remarkable horse and his remarkable people, I wish they were still around so I could ask them about it....but your video story is ‘good as gold’....thank you!
Rest In Power, with the ancestors Dr. William Key, and thank you for having the passion and intelligence to raise such a fine animal in Jim Key. Your story will be told FOREVER, sir.
This touched my heart so much. Myself being an African-American, I've never heard of this man or this horse but hearing of their story just goes to show that there were so many things that African-Americans did that they never truly were remembered and honored for. And as I've said before your voice is so calming I could just listen to you. I wish my mother had your voice when she used to read me bedtime stories as a kid. Thank you for your very thorough and in-depth research on this guy. I never would have known who he was or his wonderful horse if it wasn't for you❤
Once again a fantastic story by Mr Skinner, been with Jerry for years now and still my favourite channel, often repeating a video to help me rest. It is understood by tests done later on in life the horse could tell the slight differences in Dr Keys voice as he approached the correct letters or numbers to choose. Whilst this was unknown to Dr Keys at the time nor did he realise his tones slightly changed in anticipation of the correct letter umber chosen, tests carried out with alternatives the horse did not get any answers correct. This is when Dr Keys stopped. But still incredibly intelligent for any animal.
The theme of this man’s entire life was kindness and he showed it everyone he had contact with throughout his life, including his brilliant and beautiful horse, Jim. What a story. Truly unforgettable.
I've lived in Shelbyville, Tennessee for over 25 years. Had no idea about either Dr. Key or Jim until i came across this doc some time ago. I'm now almost 41. No one I've ever met around here, no matter the age, has heard of them either (of the folks I've asked, that is). Dr Key is indeed buried in the cemetery on Lane Parkway, the grave is fairly easy to find. Jim is buried at the back of someone's property on the left almost as soon as you make the turn onto Himesville Rd from Old Tullahoma Highway. If you pass New Hope Rd you've gone too far (it's the road right before, assuming you're coming from Shelbyville). Thank you, Mr. Skinner, for bringing to life this grand tale once again. God Bless You.
Edit: Also, Shelbyville Is the "Walking Horse capital of the world". Not sure where the race horse info came from, but it's incorrect.
Who, in their right mind, gives this a thumbs down?? This gets my fascinating documentary of the month award. Thank you, Jerry.
😢 such a beautifully told story ❤
I wish i were so talented & especially loved. 😔
My love to you, Beautiful Jim ❤ I'm glad life was better to you❤ love forever
I never tire of this beautiful true story.
An absolutely wonderful story that brought tears to my eyes...told by a master...fine Job Jerry...👍👍
Unbelievable depth of detail so much it almost feels like I was there simply incredible Jerry
What a wonderful story of an amazing man and his beloved horse! Thanks so much for this uplifting video.
Mr. Skinner, your stories and soothing voice, are a great way to unwind!
I like watching them
One of the most beautiful story I've ever heard..all the characters in it are just beautiful.
Jerry, your investigative skills continue to amaze me. Keep those documentaries coming.
Simply wonderful Mr Skinner! What a lovely story that proves love will always overcome unkindness. It was great to be able to hear about the beautiful Jim Key and those who cared for him. Again thank you
Dr. Key was and continues to be an inspiration. His actions of piety, kindness, and forgiveness speak volumes to the end of time.
How wonderful. Why hasn’t this inspiring story ever been immortalized? It would make a great family film.
Maybe they can't find a horse smart enough to play Jim. 😉
I want you to know how much I appreciate and enjoy your videos. They are so respectful and informative. Thank you for all your hard work.
Kindness always pays off. Thank you, Mr Skinner, for a very heartwarming story.
Another Great video by Jerry Skinner.
A Real Americana Story From Our Past! David Hoffman, A Filmmaker who ALSO has a video on his channel of Jim Key as well....his video is called "Beautiful Jim Key: The World's Smartest Horse"...and his journey into discovering The Wonderful Story is well worth the "trip" to his channel. A wonderful job as always Mr. Skinner in telling this story as only you can do! Thank you for sharing this with your Fans! Cheers From Ohio
What a BEAUTIFUL story!!! Excellent presentation, Jerry, as always!
This was a very heartwarming story it’s wonderful to show people animals are intelligent too and kindness is the best way to handle them always
As usual, Jerry presented this video with professionalism and his customary empathy. Outstanding presentation.
A truly moving history, Mr. Skinner. Thank you.
I've known of the history about Jim Key, the world's smartest horse, and you do such an awesome job telling it, like all the others that you've done! Worth the share too! 🐎💕
Wonderful story of a great man and a exceptional great horse!!!! Thank you.
Ok I have to admit I was not going to watch this one since I am not really interested in any smart horses but I am glad I did. This was a fascinating video. Thank you Jerry for your amazing story telling and all of the hard work that you do researching your videos.
It's slightly different from David Hoffman's video on the subject. That one claims he earned money playing cards to buy the Key home and other businesses
What a magnificent story. Thank you for sharing it. I had a connection with my first horse like this. I love that horse. I have 6 right now. Very young, looking forward to working with them all.
What an amazing story. Thank you so much for sharing.
So awesome. I loved this story. Thank you Mr. Skinner.
What an incredible, lovely, uplifting story! I did not know anything about Jim Key at all. So glad to have you tell us the story in your own unique way with that special southern charm! Thank you Jerry!
What a BEAUTIFUL STORY of Love ❤️❤️❤️
Mr. Skinner, I love your stories and factual details. Thank you for going to great lengths to bring us these wonderful videos. God bless!
What a beautiful relationship and one amazing horse. A lovely video and a great message, thank you. xx
Beautiful voice and a beautiful story. Hopefully, they will make a movie of this incredible story of care and love.
What a great story... thanks again Uncle Jerry.
Thank you again Jerry. What an amazing story about Jim Key. I have always been kind to animals and took this story very close to,my heart.
I always said, I think I love animals more than some people. They are nonjudgmental and full of love. Thank you for this documentary, please keep em coming Jerry. Stay well, Augie and Jill Blase 🤠
Thanks Jerry, I always appreciate your work.
Wow thank you Mr skinner. This is so true that kindness can create miracles. This man knew it before science proved it. The end made me cry as I've spent the last 20 years rescuing injured animals didn't matter what kind placing them in homes after they've had what we call affection therapy and seeing their lives Blossom has been the greatest gift.
THANK YOU , MR. SKINNER. YOUR HARD WORK IS APPRECIATED AND IS ENJOYED BY ALL..
TRULY REMARKABLE STORY TELLING IS DONE
ON EVERY VIDEO .
I had read a children's book once about this horse and his owner, but great to see the full report. Really sweet story.
Thank you Mr. Stroud. My heart is warmed by getting to know the Key family.
beautiful Story both the people and the Animals involved, I wish people would be 1/2 this kind to animals today,
i read the book and loved it. this is one of my all time favorite stories!!
What a wonderful video and tribute to a real hero and friend. And I am speaking about Dr. Key. Beautiful Jim was a very fortunate horse to have suck a caring and loving owner who knew how to train without pain and brutality towards animals. I wish the people who mistreat animals could be treated likewise!!!
*Wow! Nicely done, Mr.Skinner. It felt like you were reciting to me. I await your next adventure.*
oh so beautiful story I have to cry thank you very much MR.Jerry Skinner and happy Christmas and a New Years to all your Family and Good Bye see you next Years.
Thank you Manuel and happy Christmas to you and all of yours. Jerry
This was one of the best stories ever
Jerry, you have an amazing gift as a storyteller. I have listened to so many of your amazing stories, but Jim Key has to be one of my favorites!
Your story about the fine
Doctor Key and "wonderful Jim Key" brought me joy. Very sweet an tender I love people that love animals. Sad all the bad luck with his wives. God has a special place for people like Dr. Key. Thanks Jerry.
Wow, stunningly beautiful and thanks for sharing it with us.
Your documentaries always amaze me, Mr. Skinner. Thanks once again.
An amazing story especially for animal lovers
Thanks Jerry!
Jerry, I've watched many of your videos but this one was the most heart warming! Thank you for sharing. Everyone should know about this wonderful man and his equine friend.
Just incredible. Thank you Mr Skinner for this beautiful story.
Thank you mr. Skinner for all of your hard work investigating facts for these videos. You are much appreciated.
This is an incredible story of kindness to animals and the love they return to their human. I’ve never heard of this horse until this day, thank you for telling this story. The next step of honoring this horse and his human is to make a movie of this incredible story! Needs to be made! ❤️❤️
Thank you for this video. Such a great story. Only in America
Spent many an hour on The Natchez Trace between Natchez Jackson and Vicksburg in my Wilder years.. Great as usual Mr.Skinner
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU AND YOURS Mr.Skinner
What a beautiful story of a man and his friend; Yes, I too believe in being kind to animals, when I hear such terrible stories of animal abuse and cruelty, I will chose to remember Dr. Key and Beautiful Jim Key. Thank you so much Mr. Skinner for sharing this true story with me. ( US)
Absolutely awesome. Jerry you outdid yourself. Thanks for sharing this wonderful story
What a beautiful story. All animals deserve kindness.❤️
*WONDERFUL, Jerry, as always!* I really love watching your videos for us. I'm moving up to age 70 shortly and I remember many of these actors in black and white (which is what all we had on our TVs, to you young-uns!) and your knowledge about all things Hollywood is amazing! Thank you again, Jerry, for this particular video. Big love to you, sir!
Thank you very much. Jerry
What a great story. And it took only 17 minutes. I knew it would be impossible to stop the video when I pushed the start button because it was from Jerry. You found your calling in life like Jim Key did.
This video was especially touching. I had a wonderful, wonderful horse Axel who was as smart as any dog I ever knew. He was incredibly beautiful too. He died almost one year ago. Dec 22.
WOW!!! Thank you, Jerry, for another outstanding video! I've been wanting to go along on one of your road trips for a while, and this came at just the right time.
I watched the entire video and now I'm crying. Amazing and touching story.
Wow that’s some great history thank you for the documentary I’ve never heard of Jim Key and I love horses!
Yes Jerry you’re Calming Voice. Especially during this Covid pandemic
Thank You. Susan
I'll never look at a horse in the same way. Thank you
What a wonderful story! Jerry Skinner is a master story teller.
A beautiful story from Shelbyville, Tennessee.
William Key is a very kind man to a horse that may had a soul of a human.
Yes it makes me wonder.
I had read about this horse in the past I am so glad someone is talking about this brilliant horse story that is true
Beautiful story 💞
He was an amazing horse!
Jerry....This was an absolutely beautiful well-made documentary. I loved it ! Thank you for sharing it.... :)
I saw a video of this beautiful story about 10 years ago and it made a huge impact to my life ❤
Such a beautiful story. Kindness to animals existed long long ago.
Thoroughly enjoyed your presentation. I wish I could go there one day and visit the graves. I love this true story so much. Thanks.
What a beautiful story with "kindness" woven all the way through. Amazing fun uplifting story just what I need in a age of chaos and deceit. Made my day. 😊😊
Mr Skinner thank you so much for the time you put in to good honest quality biographies of Jim and others who deserve honest narratives of there lives and times. Reminding us of truly decent beings who have had a good impact on all of us .
Great video Mr. Skinner. Love watching your channel and really enjoy watching your videos. I have always found your stories very interesting and informative.
Another great story Jerry thanks very much .👍
This is the coolest story I've ever heard involving an animal! Absolutely incredible and told by the smooth voice Mr Skinner,as always an excellent job! Thank you thank you Jerry!
Thank you Robin. Jerry
Thanks again, this was another great work by you Sir. *Much appreciated !!*
Jim Keys grave not too far from my home, I have been there several times...you will find little mementos on the ground that people leave, its so sweet.
It is said that...Horses are Noble animals....I truly be believe that is the case...Thais a beautiful video Jerry...Thanks my friend for all of the work you do bring things to the for front such as this...!
I had heard about this story but was so glad to see that you, Jerry, made a video of it because I knew you would get more of the details and put it all together beautifully!
Thank you! It's such a lovely story but I wonder why so many of William's wives died young! How sad!
Yeah I shed some tears at the end. Well done 👍
You Mr Skinner are my modern History Channel, Discovery Channel... Documentaries as they are supposed to be made. Thank you very much for your time and effort to give us these amazing stories. I wish you all the best and happy holidays. Božo from Croatia.
Thank you Bozo. Stay safe over there my friend. Jerry
Mr. Skinner, this is an absolutely wonderful story and I thank you for your creativity, your heart, and YOUR kindness in it’s excellent telling. My grandparents generation would have known of this remarkable horse and his remarkable people, I wish they were still around so I could ask them about it....but your video story is ‘good as gold’....thank you!
Rest In Power, with the ancestors Dr. William Key, and thank you for having the passion and intelligence to raise such a fine animal in Jim Key. Your story will be told FOREVER, sir.
I don't understand those people giving this wonderful video thumbs down. 💀💀💀
I'm glad I found you. Thank you. God bless from OKLAHOMA
This was so incredibly interesting. Animals are so specials. Good to hear that there were good animal lovers even back in the day.
This touched my heart so much. Myself being an African-American, I've never heard of this man or this horse but hearing of their story just goes to show that there were so many things that African-Americans did that they never truly were remembered and honored for. And as I've said before your voice is so calming I could just listen to you. I wish my mother had your voice when she used to read me bedtime stories as a kid. Thank you for your very thorough and in-depth research on this guy. I never would have known who he was or his wonderful horse if it wasn't for you❤
Thanks for a very interesting video, i had never heard about that horse and owner
Once again a fantastic story by Mr Skinner, been with Jerry for years now and still my favourite channel, often repeating a video to help me rest.
It is understood by tests done later on in life the horse could tell the slight differences in Dr Keys voice as he approached the correct letters or numbers to choose. Whilst this was unknown to Dr Keys at the time nor did he realise his tones slightly changed in anticipation of the correct letter
umber chosen, tests carried out with alternatives the horse did not get any answers correct. This is when Dr Keys stopped. But still incredibly intelligent for any animal.
P.S. I do hope I have not spoilt any dreamy thoughts with the nonfiction end facts, its still incredible
Thanks again Jerry for another wonderful piece of history! Well done!
The theme of this man’s entire life was kindness and he showed it everyone he had contact with throughout his life, including his brilliant and beautiful horse, Jim. What a story. Truly unforgettable.
Thanks much Jerry. My favorite animal. They built this country.
What a wonderful story. Thanks Jerry.