A Father’s Journey: From Disgust to Pride

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  • Опубликовано: 14 янв 2025

Комментарии • 153

  • @markshelton5321
    @markshelton5321 5 лет назад +42

    I rarely tear up.. that one got to me.
    I think we underestimate a father’s love.

  • @RobJames1954
    @RobJames1954 8 лет назад +111

    It just goes to show that people can change, and learn to accept and LOVE people as they are, as they were born, and as they are created. Sometimes it is a slow process but we need respect and accept them.

  • @mikedavis3840
    @mikedavis3840 6 лет назад +122

    Haters gonna hate, good for you Riley. I’m proud of you.

    • @michaelraymondagayboy
      @michaelraymondagayboy 6 лет назад +17

      InaudibleBoom This not the first video evolving the LGBT community u have commented on stopping fucking commenting your ignoriant dumb obnoxious piece of homophoic shit

    • @michaelraymondagayboy
      @michaelraymondagayboy 6 лет назад +12

      InaudibleBoom One that's BULLSHIT, two the picture is of me 5, 6 years ago back in 2013 number 1 I work hard go to school help take care my family help provide for my NEWPHWS the fact I like dick don't define my man hold I'm more of a real man then you'll ever be trust and believe that I don't got look like no Apex champion to be real man...you could never compare to a real gay man like my self who WORKS HARD, GOES TO SCHOOL, TAKES CARE OF HIS NEWPHWS GOES OUT INTO THE COMMUNITY HAS GOOD CREDIT BITCH YOU AND YOUR HOMPHOBIC ASS MOTHER FUCKERS COULD NEVER COMPARE TO A REAL GAY MAN

    • @ursaminor9780
      @ursaminor9780 5 лет назад +8

      InaudibleBoom Ooh, name-calling AND profanity! Truly the signs of an indomitable intellect.

    • @ursaminor9780
      @ursaminor9780 5 лет назад +3

      @gcjerryusc Haha, good point.

    • @ConservativeAnthem
      @ConservativeAnthem 5 лет назад

      @@ursaminor9780 But you are an intellectual of gaiety? We're ready to hear about your many citations of brilliant authors supporting your cause, like....

  • @tyler496121
    @tyler496121 6 лет назад +71

    My dad is a Baptist Preacher and he came around so if he can ANYONE can.

    • @worrywart1311
      @worrywart1311 4 года назад +2

      @@steadywachira5518 Which is not something that Jesus did!

    • @pippo264
      @pippo264 4 года назад +3

      Anyone can, but, unfortunately, not everyone wants to

  • @dickwatson5329
    @dickwatson5329 5 лет назад +109

    Your sexuality was not a lifestyle choice ,it was decided in your mothers womb , and it was great that your father gradually realized what a fantastic talented son he had

    • @Wh9499
      @Wh9499 4 года назад +4

      Yes yes preach

    • @dickwatson5329
      @dickwatson5329 4 года назад +5

      ​@Dana Chapin Dana you are 100% correct --its just the same that some people are born left handed from birth

    • @dickwatson5329
      @dickwatson5329 4 года назад +1

      @Curtis Jones ​ Dana Chapin is 100% correct --its just the same that some people are born left handed from birth

    • @dickwatson5329
      @dickwatson5329 4 года назад +3

      @Luxitos Ask the next left handed person you see when they chose to be left handed

    • @dickwatson5329
      @dickwatson5329 4 года назад

      @Curtis Jones Ask the next left handed person you see when they chose to be left handed ----They were born that way and thats "NO BULL"

  • @steves4639
    @steves4639 4 года назад +7

    ok...this literally brought tears to my eyes. and I'm old and jaded, lol. so heartwarming to hear of the love and acceptance that grew between father and son. And for the father to encourage the son to develop his talent, instead of dismissing it outright because of not understanding it. So many parents have expectations and reject their children when they can't meet those expectations...so happy for this family that they moved past that. I hope this young man excelled in his dance talent.

  • @jennifersinclair7249
    @jennifersinclair7249 5 лет назад +60

    Your dad had you as a teenager and accepted you (albeit years later). Most kids don't get all that in a father, regardless of their sexual orientation.

    • @littlekitsune1
      @littlekitsune1 4 года назад +2

      Yep, he is exceedingly lucky. It's rare to be fully accepted by family, or even to reconcile with them.

  • @stephenfermoyle1498
    @stephenfermoyle1498 5 лет назад +8

    You are a sweet boy! when everyone is educated and not living in fear then the world becomes a better place. keep dancing to the beat of your own drum. Your Dad loves you and so happy he sent you to the school. Hope your life is what you want and your still close to your Dad.

  • @stevenfanale4553
    @stevenfanale4553 4 года назад +4

    When I came out of the closet,my parents knew it and before they both died both of them told me that they really loved me very much.Believe me both of them were all business and I knew it. I deeply miss them very much.Happy Easter mom and dad wherever you are.

  • @joegreer8760
    @joegreer8760 6 лет назад +50

    I hope one day my dad comes around too! So happy for him. His a really cutie too

  • @davidgraham-parker
    @davidgraham-parker 3 года назад +2

    I have watched so many of these amazing true life stories on this channel, but this is definitely one of the best. Congratulations.

  • @sdfraser09sf
    @sdfraser09sf 8 лет назад +8

    Thank you for sharing. As a child you think your parents views will never change but you evolve constantly, you constantly grow as a person and yor views can change over the years . Was very moved by your story 💜

  • @thomthom6268
    @thomthom6268 3 года назад +1

    Dad already knew. Yay for him and yay for you. He gave you best hug ever.

  • @kieselmk
    @kieselmk 8 лет назад +9

    thank you for sharing.. listening to your story made me so emotional.....

  • @gordygibson8776
    @gordygibson8776 4 года назад +2

    Im from Driftwood is definitely the best - voicing all gay experience not just stereotypes.

  • @mrkinla
    @mrkinla 4 года назад +3

    Liam: Your childhood story mirrors mine. The vitriol came from the women and men in my family ... until I came out. Because of that, I did not come out until I was 27. Their response and acceptance of me gave me hope for the humanity of my larger family. My Mom always accepted me unconditionally, but my Dad was an even bigger surprise. I came out to him in a letter because I had moved across country by that time. I think when people are ignorant of homosexuality and what gay is, they often do not realize they are raising a gay person. Of course some of us internalize all of that hatred and it can take years to shake off. Only one person took it full circle and later apologized to me for any hurtful comments they may have made in my presence years before. I'm glad that you realized your truth and started to "live out loud" early in your life. Thank you for telling your story.

  • @kusumfernandes4057
    @kusumfernandes4057 3 года назад +1

    OMG! I'm so loving all these stories on this channel. God Bless!

  • @charlie9901
    @charlie9901 4 года назад +4

    I really think there's a change and acceptance for the gay community. Thanks for posting AND thank to your dad just loving you and wanted to do what was best for you.

  • @jelsner5077
    @jelsner5077 4 года назад +1

    Aw, what a great story. I'm glad your dad came around to see what an exception son he had. I bet he is very proud of you.

  • @TopHatKitty
    @TopHatKitty 5 лет назад +4

    Straight up, I'm crying a lot.

  • @JT-om3fx
    @JT-om3fx 5 лет назад +3

    Liam, thanks for sharing your uplifting story. What a great memory of your grandpa enjoying your dancing!

  • @tplmic5866
    @tplmic5866 8 лет назад +17

    Powerful. I am so happy that you feel love.
    I wish you success in dancing. Too bad you can't post a video of that.

  • @sparratoledo
    @sparratoledo 4 года назад +1

    I am glad that your dad accepted you are you are. Being a parent and part of the community myself (my kids have all accepted me) I can relate with the fear that everyone feels when they decide they are done hiding. I am glad you chose to be yourself and am proud of you. Btw, be rest assured your grandpa was sitting there watching.....right along side your dad. ...
    🌈❤💚💜💙💛🌈

  • @specialforces101
    @specialforces101 2 года назад

    Ultimately seeing your grandfather in your father is wonderful. Such a lovely story ending.

  • @were-all-human9427
    @were-all-human9427 6 лет назад +12

    Just found this mid 2018.... kudos to you Liam.... this sooo reminded me of the book Prayers for Bobby (book so much better than the movie).... his mum seemed to mirror your dad (ref the hate).. and then the change in thinking.. but for her was too late... Bobby was dead, smashed by a 4 wheeler...... Liam, so glad your father has his son, he is proud of you... x (UK) any update for us please ?

    • @were-all-human9427
      @were-all-human9427 6 лет назад +2

      ... I just don't get the adult movie hate being thrown below... its a job mate, humans have done this job for centurys...we all have bills to pay. Stat safe, good luck, and personally would love to hear an update in your life/family...

  • @mrmiagi6052
    @mrmiagi6052 3 года назад +2

    There’s no way this guys dad didn’t know that he was gay

  • @kc55mo
    @kc55mo 8 лет назад +17

    Great kid! Great dad!

  • @Anne--Marie
    @Anne--Marie 4 года назад +1

    What a fantastic young man; looking forward to seeing you on the stage!

  • @okimlistening2u
    @okimlistening2u 8 лет назад +18

    A beautiful story from a beautiful person! Liam, this is fantastic. You are such a good guy AND dancer! Good luck to you, bro, and all the best..............love you.............Ray

  • @gilbbishop7263
    @gilbbishop7263 4 года назад +1

    You are so cute and brave, Riley. Thank you for sharing your story with us

  • @jujc6175
    @jujc6175 5 лет назад +14

    Lmao he's wearing a Cockyboys shirt I'm ded.

    • @dhamani
      @dhamani 5 лет назад +2

      OOp, how you know

    • @jujc6175
      @jujc6175 5 лет назад +2

      A lady never tells.

    • @darrylgiffin446
      @darrylgiffin446 3 года назад +1

      I thought he looked familiar and I’m from australia

  • @AndreDMalan1966
    @AndreDMalan1966 5 лет назад +8

    I asked my dad once what he thought about gay people, and his response was, "I think they're fine, as long as they aren't part of my family." And a sister once said, "If I ever find out you are gay I will never let you near my children." It was so difficult coming out (30 years ago). My dad tolerates gay people now and my sister is very, very supportive of me (and my lesbian sister and niece and gay cousins)... but it was a process.

    • @haintedhouse3052
      @haintedhouse3052 5 лет назад +2

      i hope your sister gave you a sincere apology for what she said to you about never getting near her children. that's a shitty thing to say to your own brother.

    • @AndreDMalan1966
      @AndreDMalan1966 5 лет назад +2

      @@haintedhouse3052 She did, and she has since taken care of a lesbian niece and is supportive of all off our relationships... and I gave close relationships with both of her children. Coming out and exposing your true self is a hurtful process, but I think we have to realise that society informs their attitudes, we have to re-teach, re-train them. At the same time we have to confront society and change societal perception.

  • @patches_kitty
    @patches_kitty 8 лет назад +14

    Great story! Thanks for sharing :)

  • @magdalenawilliams1692
    @magdalenawilliams1692 5 лет назад +3

    I'm sorry you lost your grandfather. He sounds like an Awesome person. I never got to enjoy my grandfather's. They passed before I met them. Good Luck in everything and Enjoy your family and friends. Bless You!😉👏👏👏😊😊

  • @west_nebraska_dude4527
    @west_nebraska_dude4527 4 года назад +3

    Sending love and positive energy to you Liam 🧡. My father despised me for being gay. There was abuse and threats of death throughout my preteen and early teen years. He passed away when I was 16 and at the time (actually to this day) I felt no feelings of sorrow or loss ... only relief. Unfortunately I don't believe he would have ever changed, so I find great joy in the fact that your father came around.

  • @charleskesner1302
    @charleskesner1302 6 лет назад +2

    Thanks for sharing. All the best.

  • @vant83
    @vant83 8 лет назад +7

    Really beautiful story!

  • @danieldumas7361
    @danieldumas7361 Год назад

    One kind of wishes children had more Dads like yours. Not just for sexual reasons but ALL forms of acceptance

  • @lewislindsey1946
    @lewislindsey1946 2 года назад

    Truly one of the most touching stories in this quite remarkable series. I would love to see a follow-up to this young man's life. Let's start a petition.

    • @were-all-human9427
      @were-all-human9427 2 года назад

      he was on Below Deck Med last month s7, ep8-9

    • @were-all-human9427
      @were-all-human9427 2 года назад

      there is another very long interview on YT, where he talks about the creep CEO Keith at Helix and his grooming him when Liam was 17 (before legal age) and Liam walked away after 6 months for same reasons.

    • @were-all-human9427
      @were-all-human9427 2 года назад

      found it - ruclips.net/video/Ze0ciiX7XYo/видео.html
      liam riley road from cheerleader...
      - makes one wonder who provided alex riley with the drugs that killed him at 22 yrs?..... keith, great guy, not. JAIL HIM

    • @therealsecrettoweightloss
      @therealsecrettoweightloss 2 года назад

      @@were-all-human9427 Thanks so much!

  • @juvillaluz
    @juvillaluz 2 года назад

    i dont know why but this made me cry.

  • @garros
    @garros 4 года назад

    I had an almost identical experience as you - not in that I was a dancer but in that I was in the car with my dad atr about the age of 12 coming back from fishing together and there was a story on the radio about the Mardi Gras, to which he made some really awful comments about gay people. I didn't really know much about anything at that point but I somehow knew that he was talking about me as well. Fast forward to the end of high school and me moving to Sydney for university... My coming out was difficult, not least due to the fact I had been raped a year earlier and hadn't felt able to talk to anyone because I wasn't out, and the fact that both parents, initially, were very negative. But because I never allowed the conversations to become hysterical from the perspective of my behaviour, and that I was firm but loving, my father ended up being a true ally of the gay community, and more importantly, he acknowledged what I had gone through, and how his behaviour had made that so much harder. We were truly in a great place within a year or so after I came out, which was fortuitous, because he died from aggressive blood cancer a year after that, I am so happy to see things changing over time, and I can truly see a time when this, at least in the liberal democracies of the world, where this trial by fire is no longer the reality of growing up as LGBTIQ+. But until then, people should know that there are countless others who have walked the path before, and speaking for myself, I know that I would be so happy and willing to support and talk to anyone struggling with this. And I know I am in no way alone in that. What a lovely young man the guy in this video is. I have no doubt his father had no choice other than to support him because of his love and pride over his son.

  • @Mcfreddo
    @Mcfreddo 3 года назад

    I'm glad it worked out for you, you sweet young man. You're older now, just as sweet you would be. All the best.

  • @brucass93
    @brucass93 8 лет назад +8

    beautiful

  • @inacook2285
    @inacook2285 5 лет назад +2

    I love your story, love your grandpa, and love your dad😘

  • @matthewbaca417
    @matthewbaca417 6 лет назад +2

    What beautiful story!

  • @Markus_Blewish
    @Markus_Blewish 7 лет назад +7

    beautiful story. just need to get my hanky now.

  • @TSC-hr7ir
    @TSC-hr7ir 2 года назад

    Great Story
    Peace and Love
    BROTHER

  • @sebmad1976
    @sebmad1976 2 года назад

    Beautiful ❤️❤️❤️😭😭😭

  • @andrewaway
    @andrewaway 6 лет назад +8

    Sweet. Great story.

  • @anandshakti1
    @anandshakti1 4 года назад

    Beautiful story- thanks for sharing!

  • @MagaIstvan
    @MagaIstvan 8 лет назад +7

    Thanks for your story, Liam.
    I wish I had a great story about my dad.

  • @specialforces101
    @specialforces101 2 года назад +1

    The gay kid who loved to dance. Wonderful human being.

  • @jamesrobiscoe1174
    @jamesrobiscoe1174 6 лет назад +3

    A "Billy Elliot" kind of journey, eh? You, Liam have guts, guts to honor yourself and your God-given gifts.

  • @jaqsre
    @jaqsre 8 лет назад +3

    I love him so, so much

    • @xaviox
      @xaviox 8 лет назад

      Jaq Devajah stop you fuckin idiot . just stop

  • @marcelofg1119
    @marcelofg1119 8 лет назад +9

    Brave young man !!!

  • @DannyLTerry
    @DannyLTerry 5 лет назад +1

    YES THERE IS ALSO HOPE!
    PROUD OF U AND FAMILY. MUCH LOVE*

    • @DannyLTerry
      @DannyLTerry 4 года назад

      @Trevor Fluck
      EVERYTING CAME OUT ALRIGHT! I LOOK FOR THE GOOD!!!

  • @were-all-human9427
    @were-all-human9427 2 года назад

    rewatching in late 2022, after watching Below Deck Med, s7 ep8-10, with Liam as a guest of the the charter party of gay lads +1 lady (well 2 if you incl Liams drag night)- wonderful to see Liam, years later, beiing Liam, with gay lads just having fun on a white boat.
    Liams tw**t after the airing his heart-warming, he clearly loved those 3 days - his thank you to the birthday boy Adam was beautiful.
    So we have had Dave, S1, ex adult model, Bruno S5, then closeted, now OFs & tw**ts adult work, and Kyle with is then trand gf, Kyle and Fraser S9, and loads of so called str8 boys getting their junk out...it's all good - remember Kelley and his 3rd leg... (goGoogle).
    Liam, you be you. Find your forever guy, who loves you, and not your fame. So glad you gave the finger to that slime ball Keith at Hel*x, he needs throwing in jail.

  • @Timoofthee
    @Timoofthee 4 года назад

    You are awestruck guy. Follow your dream and pay it forward

  • @1966nz
    @1966nz 4 года назад

    A gorgeous young man. Live well.

  • @JimmiAlli
    @JimmiAlli 4 года назад

    What a lovely man

  • @joeypivonka4493
    @joeypivonka4493 4 года назад

    I hope that one day my dad will come around

  • @efrainvelazquez943
    @efrainvelazquez943 5 лет назад +2

    SALUDOS LIAM. What can I say? I LOVED YOUR STORY, I LOVE YOU!

  • @120ail1
    @120ail1 6 лет назад +1

    I had the same exact experience.

  • @queensigal
    @queensigal 4 года назад

    Transformative experience!

  • @sandbox1803
    @sandbox1803 6 лет назад

    Very sweet story

  • @teams3345
    @teams3345 2 года назад

    My father always knew I was gay I think with no problem. He died before my Mom. She told me later that she would rather be dead than know I was gay. After almost 30 years with my husband she passed away. I loved her so I never told her. But at the hospital when she passed I had to say something to my Godmother and she said, “she knew”. I guess she did not want to hear it. For years I sent her money monthly to give her extra to live on. It could have been much easier and enjoyable.

  • @AdamFlanagan
    @AdamFlanagan 5 лет назад

    A good father loves you

  • @davidcooper177
    @davidcooper177 2 года назад

    Sweetie. Nature does not mostly make mistakes. You were naturally born gay and gifted with all of the qualities that you have to make a contribution to this world. Your biological make up designed you to be a dancer, which fully shows in your desire and drive. You are so pretty, sexy, soft, and sweet.

  • @boeinglaugan8539
    @boeinglaugan8539 4 года назад

    Bravura Liam bravura...for as long as you have not hurt no one but love everyone. Go for it.

  • @Lorenzo11281
    @Lorenzo11281 4 года назад

    Very happy for him

  • @Mr614am
    @Mr614am 8 лет назад +1

    definitely my favorite one

  • @driverain2
    @driverain2 4 года назад

    And if I may ; I surely see your Grandfather in You , even having never met the man............Oh what a lucky man He was........

  • @chrisn1706
    @chrisn1706 5 лет назад

    Lots of love

  • @fundude6127
    @fundude6127 4 года назад +2

    I see that cocky boys t shirt 👀

  • @pennstategraduate
    @pennstategraduate 6 лет назад

    Great story. Such a cute guy.

  • @JimmiAlli
    @JimmiAlli 4 года назад

    This reminds me of Kylie’s song Dancing.

  • @Tripper111
    @Tripper111 8 лет назад +3

    Nice Dude...

  • @keithnewton8981
    @keithnewton8981 4 года назад

    So you have to pay to go to school?
    Is this university ?

  • @Reunion4ever
    @Reunion4ever 6 лет назад +2

    Awwww 😢❤️👍🏻

  • @suggiethames9870
    @suggiethames9870 8 лет назад +17

    OOOO he is really cute

  • @nznoman11
    @nznoman11 4 года назад

    Did you tell him and when did you tell him you are gay?

  • @keter1234
    @keter1234 4 года назад +3

    You're gay? It's so hard to tell.

  • @blakeleyreal5356
    @blakeleyreal5356 4 года назад

    This guy toured with Werq the Woirld .

  • @queercafe9633
    @queercafe9633 4 года назад

    Liam, thank you for sharing your story in such a personal, honest, and affirming way. Your message is so insightful and inspirational. Glad to learn about you, your grandfather... and your father. www.queercafe.net

  • @elizabethmenegon8057
    @elizabethmenegon8057 3 года назад

    ♥️

  • @deathreaper1366
    @deathreaper1366 4 года назад +1

    What In the hell ls mltary dance lol. I honestly dldnt have a damn clue that was a thing

  • @benw9949
    @benw9949 4 года назад +1

    I was listening while another video ended and this one started. I missed the name. This sounded like a girl or a younger boy. Then he got to describing being mocked as girlish, and I didn't fully pick up on that. Then he said he was in 10th and 11th grade and this was far enough in the past from the narrative, he's into adult life now. -- And I looked up and saw, and was confused a moment, then checked again. -- I wonder if he's got some delay or testosterone reaction to have such a boyish-sounding voice. -- Thank goodness he got the chance to dance and be himself finally. I grew up with a more indirect but mostly silent form of homophobia at home, a controlling family, but mostly good. Still, at school and at home, yeah, I got bullied, made fun of, you name it, even into college age and young adulthood. It leaves a mental print on you. Good for him for getting to break free and dance and grow. That's a nice voice. I wonder if he's ever thought of getting tested to see if there's anything going on with how his body is dealing with his hormones. Some folks have a little trouble with testosterone absorption, so they are a little more delayed, and the effects can vary as to how that shows up for them. It doesn't seem severe for him, just, I'm surprised how he sounds more boyish, much younger than he is.

  • @MyNoob300
    @MyNoob300 4 года назад +1

    Why he talk like that?

  • @rosianisoares4933
    @rosianisoares4933 3 года назад

    😍😍😍😍

  • @christopherscheiber1439
    @christopherscheiber1439 3 года назад

    The description of homosexuality as a lifestyle is a blatent oversimplification of human sexuality in general and homosexuality in particular. Such indoctrination of the collective societal psyche is paramount to the self validating delusion of heterosexuality possessing moral validity. The reason that we never hear the term " heterosexual lifestyle " is because there is no need to catogorize heterosexuality with such descriptively inherent connotative oversimplification in order to subconciously justify contempt and hatred through subjective comparison.

  • @jeremybray689
    @jeremybray689 6 лет назад +2

    gay love all the way

  • @littlekitsune1
    @littlekitsune1 4 года назад +1

    Dance is not a gay hobby, lol. Don't reduce your interests to being gender or sexuality exclusive. Just enjoy them as you are.

  • @bobholmes65
    @bobholmes65 4 года назад +3

    Okay, he is gay but why is he talking liked he inhaled helium?

  • @alexhiggs7973
    @alexhiggs7973 5 лет назад +1

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  • @adambender527
    @adambender527 2 года назад

    you're super cute

  • @marianoflores4668
    @marianoflores4668 4 года назад

    He had 2 know about u lol

  • @metta8
    @metta8 6 лет назад

  • @ConservativeAnthem
    @ConservativeAnthem 5 лет назад

    It doesn't get much gayer

  • @michaelvaldez7884
    @michaelvaldez7884 5 лет назад

    So was he a girl before

  • @xaviox
    @xaviox 8 лет назад

    all that work , and for what??????
    to end up lay on your back making whining noises and bad porn, hmmmmm?
    $hame!

    • @jaqsre
      @jaqsre 8 лет назад +6

      Sean Sephaloid Stop. Just stop.

    • @xaviox
      @xaviox 8 лет назад

      Jaq Devajah jog the fuck on, just jog the fuck on

    • @rabbitfishtv
      @rabbitfishtv 7 лет назад +3

      Become kinder.

    • @sksksk859
      @sksksk859 6 лет назад +2

      Victoria Tutunjian lol true