Billy Kemper Returns to Morocco to Overcome His Near-Fatal Injury | BILLY Chapter 7

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  • Опубликовано: 7 авг 2022
  • Two years after his near-fatal injury, Billy Kemper returns to Morocco for another massive swell and a second chance at the wave that almost took his life. After revisiting the site of his accident, he overcomes his past, surfs the break at its best, and is finally able to close that life-altering chapter of his career.
    “After that day, it was the first moment where I was able to look ahead.” - Billy Kemper
    Watch the rest of BILLY:
    BILLY Chapter 1: Big Wave Champ Wins It All, Chases Massive North Atlantic Swell To Morocco - • Big Wave Champ Wins It... ​​​
    BILLY Chapter 2: The Session Of A Lifetime Goes Horribly Wrong For Big Wave World Champ Billy Kemper - • The Session Of A Lifet... ​​​
    BILLY Chapter 3: Billy Kemper Fights For His Life After A Wipeout In Morocco Nearly Kills Him - • Billy Kemper Fights Fo... ​​
    BILLY Chapter 4: Billy Survives A Harrowing Trip And Begins His Long Road To Recovery - • Billy Survives A Harro...
    BILLY Chapter 5: Billy Kemper Leaves The Family To Focus On Recovery In California - • Billy Kemper Leaves Th...
    BILLY Chapter 6 : Billy Kemper's Triumphant Return To Jaws - • Billy Kemper's Triumph...
    Big Wave Champ Billy Kemper Talks Devastating Injury And Inspirational Comeback | The Lineup - • Big Wave Champ Billy K... ​
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  • @MKMann
    @MKMann Год назад +64

    Thank you to everyone who put their heart, soul, and courage into this series. On-camera or behind the scenes, you have raised the bar for all of us on or off the surf. Solid. Thank you!

  • @scottburrow8717
    @scottburrow8717 Год назад +151

    That last wave in this video was absolutely INSANE

    • @jackmccarthy4047
      @jackmccarthy4047 Год назад +9

      had to pause it to just stare at the wave. What a monster!

    • @yeolderuckas8568
      @yeolderuckas8568 Год назад +7

      That has to be one of the biggest Chopes waves of all time. Just a big ugly monster slab. Truly ridiculous.

    • @eyeswideopen935
      @eyeswideopen935 Год назад +1

      INSANE!! 25:43

    • @NMathew91
      @NMathew91 Год назад

      @@yeolderuckas8568 kkl

    • @TruthIsNot4Sale
      @TruthIsNot4Sale Год назад

      Twas a beautiful absolute monster!😮❤❤

  • @Strawman333
    @Strawman333 Год назад +38

    “The most important part of healing is showing respect to the “thing” that helped you find yourself”

  • @joanneshaw3071
    @joanneshaw3071 Год назад +27

    Such a fantastic series. I can watch this guy surf for hours! He’s such an inspiration. I’ve seen a lot of people in pain being a nurse but seeing Billy in the pain he was in is something I haven’t seen before. I’m not a surfer but I love the surf and the ocean at my doorstep. Can’t imagine not being near the ocean ❤️

  • @asrotties
    @asrotties Год назад +16

    I understand that fear that Tahiti felt. I cannot even imagine. She went through every step of this pain with you. Taking care of those boys, worrying about the future, seeing the possibilities of reinjury. So happy it went well for you and I am happy for your family.

    • @rasher331
      @rasher331 7 дней назад +1

      All I can think of is his selfishness. He has a family to think about, yet he acts like a single jack the lad.

    • @asrotties
      @asrotties 6 дней назад

      @@rasher331 I don't think the, he is making his living by surfing. There are a lot of people who go to dangerous jobs every day to support their families. This is just one of those. It wasn't all about fun, it is skill and making a living. Still terrifying for the family too.

    • @rasher331
      @rasher331 6 дней назад

      I don't think this trip was necessary for his livelihood or family.

  • @fightmilk8613
    @fightmilk8613 Год назад +16

    I don’t surf Billy but this series has had me on the edge of my seat. All the best to you, Tahiti and the rest of your family brother.

  • @EthanMcAlpin
    @EthanMcAlpin Год назад +9

    So much praise should go towards Layne. Man crushed the story and edit in the first 6, and left it all out there once again for number 7. Cheers to all involved! God bless

  • @sandramuskopf4994
    @sandramuskopf4994 Год назад +11

    Please make his story and these episodes into a major motion picture! Absolutely stunning and inspirational!

  • @elirangobi9113
    @elirangobi9113 Год назад +39

    Billy you are my personal inspiration to my recovery to a surf accident that I had 2 years ago.
    Haven’t got back to the water yet but I’m healing my way up there
    Stoked to see you rippin !

    • @ManambeLavaka
      @ManambeLavaka Год назад +10

      I’m praying for you brother. You’ll get out there. Keep working.

    • @marcosmunoz7947
      @marcosmunoz7947 Год назад

      What happened if you don’t mind me asking?

  • @scottmh
    @scottmh Год назад +7

    A successful physical recovery is a beautiful thing. Overcoming your inner demons is a whole other level of success. Glad to see him thrive once more.

  • @davidhavard1908
    @davidhavard1908 Год назад +11

    Dudes a legend. That wave even a lot smaller looks ferocious. Pulls so hard off the bottom when it’s barreling

  • @jasajohnson8752
    @jasajohnson8752 Год назад +10

    Dearest Billie,. Your story is, was and will be a source of inspiration to untold people. I am a Shaman and Healer based in Pennsylvania. I watched all six of your videos (twice), and I knew that eventually, you would have to go back to Morocco to retrieve yourself. Video seven popped up on my feed today, and I stopped what I was doing to immediately watch it. Watching and listening to you speak about "Soul Retrieval" and the power that comes when you reclaim yourself and all your lost, forgotten and misplaced parts, was truly heart opening. I saw the need for the completion of the circle, and I am so glad your soul guided you back to where you needed to go to regather, reclaim and restore yourself. "Soul loss" is a powerful experience, but "Soul Retrieval," by its very nature, lifts us up towards our greatness and open us to our truth, strength, resilience and reignition of our passion. Very well done. Thank you so much for sharing your story. Many blessings to you and your beautiful family.

    • @WS_00
      @WS_00 Год назад

      Wow, it’s been a little while since I’ve tasted bile….but how rad to hear from a shaman bad……but surely in this age you’d be worldly…..to know shit from surely… Or do you USA? Or do you….? Sorry, but I’m Aussie, and that sort of comment makes me sorry.. Sorry that the governing body on the so called world surf league needs to clutch at straws enough to post such content…and for that content to encourage people to comment such vacuous comments like the “Shaman and Healer”…….

    • @jasajohnson5410
      @jasajohnson5410 Год назад

      @@WS_00 Perhaps you could use my services. Sounds very much like you could benefit from some soul retrieval work. I will pray for you.

  • @leonaroberts7989
    @leonaroberts7989 Год назад +8

    Aloha Billy! Many mahalos for telling your story so amazingly well, with such stunning videography & with what looks to be a lot of actual, real-time footage! So beautiful, so inspirational and so meaningful, especially for those of us who've been severely injured doing what we love, and could find the determination to push through all the undeniably difficult struggles to made our way back on top! The love of our sport will undoubtedly carry us through the best times of our lives! It's a remarkable a gift that will last a lifetime! Yeah! At 67, I'm still enjoying the surf and fully intend to continue for as long as it brings joy!

  • @monicacampbell4600
    @monicacampbell4600 Год назад +11

    "I found what I was running from..." Thank you for your courageous authenticity. THIS IS SO AWESOME!!! Amazing rides and footage, too! Blessings to you and your beautiful family, Mr. Kemper!!

  • @dangacore
    @dangacore Год назад +6

    That look back into the pit on that last wave at Teahupoo is one of the craziest things I've ever seen.

  • @davidga9898
    @davidga9898 Год назад +5

    Congrats to the editor 👏🏻-👏🏻-👏🏻

  • @robk5745
    @robk5745 Год назад +10

    Beautiful documentary series, loved every minute of it. This man is a warrior in every sense of the word.

  • @RMATRO22
    @RMATRO22 Год назад +6

    Much respect to you Billy for going back to a wave that almost took your life and give you the opportunity to finally have closure.

  • @cindycreateforlife
    @cindycreateforlife Год назад +1

    I am in complete awe, you are not just a supreme athlete, you are an absolutely amazing human being! To reach that point in your life where you heal your soul and move into the real joy of life is so rare! You are indeed blessed and you are a blessing! This story being told is not random, it has touched me and I am certain that it will be life-changing for many more! Thank God for amazing people like you, bless you and yours, your amazing doctors and mates!💕🇨🇦

  • @seng9190
    @seng9190 Год назад +6

    What a life lesson! Though this nightmare you came back stronger and wiser and a wonderful role model to the rest of us.
    Your family and friends were there for you throughout it all.
    Hope you enjoy riding these waves for a long long time.
    Take good care x

  • @leeloufleschen2910
    @leeloufleschen2910 Год назад +7

    this is wonderfu. So happy this 2years post injury ep came out. Such a whole journey, physicaly and mostly mentally... i'm amazed and admirative!!!! Such honest words and inspiring state of mind and determination and genuiness!!!

  • @matthewlunam8247
    @matthewlunam8247 Год назад +4

    No wonder your one of the best big wave warriors bro and your love of pushing the limits is more than apparent in your recovery and in your attitude to going back to do it all again. All the best brother Billy "Go Hard".

  • @dannyherrera2497
    @dannyherrera2497 Год назад +2

    Where most would just want to get out of the section as quickly as possible....there are so many times...when you held out your hand to stall...to stay in a bit longer...to tempt
    the wave almost to say...ok back here again.....let's dance......thanks Billy...really love whenever the boys have you in their Vlogs....either Koa, Eli or Nate....you just bring the rawness
    to any video you are in....stay safe...you have a beautiful family always waiting for you to return......Blessings Billy....Blessings

  • @joshmann4557
    @joshmann4557 Год назад +4

    Billy is a beast and such a rad dude! Pain is a great motivator and healing takes time as Billy knows. Thank you Billy for your strength and motivation.

  • @robertmetzinger4121
    @robertmetzinger4121 Год назад +3

    What a awesome story of dedication, hard work. God bless you Billy Kemper

  • @colleenbishop7387
    @colleenbishop7387 Год назад +2

    I’m so happy your happy Billy. You are a true inspiration and a super man in my books. Pease and love to you and your family.

  • @francoisrossouw1656
    @francoisrossouw1656 Год назад +7

    Billy you’re a warrior through and through respect to the wave that changed your life.

  • @keithallison3756
    @keithallison3756 Год назад +12

    So psyched you found your closure Billy. Absolutely amazing documentary. Keep sending it Billy!🤙🏽

  • @abideinabba2288
    @abideinabba2288 Год назад +2

    Well made. Well said. Moving forward is the best way to live. Worked with your mom back in the day @ Haleiwa Joe's. You were just a grom. I commend you Billy for growing up to be a solid individual.
    Blessings to you and your family.

  • @jflovett1
    @jflovett1 Год назад +1

    Couldn’t love this series more. Billy Kemper, what a champion. Moved, inspired, motivated by this.

  • @titou1again
    @titou1again Год назад +2

    Billy, you are an exemple and a motivation. Congratulations on recovering so well. Take good care of yourself

  • @Marksurfz
    @Marksurfz Год назад +7

    This was really well done, Billy and Layne. So glad to see you get the closure on that chapter, Buddy. So stoked for you...

  • @rockymountainwoman2618
    @rockymountainwoman2618 Год назад +1

    A man in full; a profile in courage and tenacity!

  • @Sean6097
    @Sean6097 Год назад +1

    Healing also for the one who followed your documentary. You are inspiring for many.

  • @liyaaa5941
    @liyaaa5941 Год назад +1

    Absolutely insane series. Billy is legendary and I’m so glad all of these moments were caught on camera. AMAZINGGGGGG

  • @philheifferon2299
    @philheifferon2299 Год назад +1

    Putting on an absolute clinic! Not only of great surfing, but healing from trauma. Wow, what an inspiring journey, Billy.

  • @danielfeldman1411
    @danielfeldman1411 Год назад +3

    Great come back...you're a true inspiration...when REAL.hero's appear the world watches to greet them...although I'm not a surfer I've admired your true grit...congrats Billie...your legacy will live on

  • @Karisrisss
    @Karisrisss Год назад +1

    This series is really good, I just watched it all in one go, I’m actually night news for a critical disease, and sometimes I’m still learning how to cope with it, watching how Billy was so determined and believed in himself in how to heal. That took a lot of courage. Such an inspiration

  • @YassineRfissa
    @YassineRfissa Год назад +2

    You are a legend 👏🏼 glad you are back!

  • @davidmorrisonsmallsurfbigd7571
    @davidmorrisonsmallsurfbigd7571 Год назад +2

    Well done! a surfing story with redemption mixed in that was one of the best surfing videos Iv seen in a long time.

  • @MrAymardo
    @MrAymardo Год назад +1

    Best and most humbling definition of how much courage and will it takes to get "closure". And then be able to move forward.
    Thanks Billy, it made me better more than 1% today!

  • @williamlowe7718
    @williamlowe7718 Год назад +2

    Billy has a restless heart, and the unwavering strength to face his fear head on...
    And that's why he's the world champion...full stop🤙🤙

  • @kaibe5241
    @kaibe5241 8 месяцев назад

    Really love to see this sort of vulnerability displayed. Too infrequently does society permit men to show their emotions - many thanks to Billy for his agreement to do this. Really awesome and inspiring!

  • @Rob.D.
    @Rob.D. Год назад

    Thank you so much for sharing you Family your love and your passion Billy.

  • @Soulspark811
    @Soulspark811 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you ❤! Great documentary. Very inspirational and moving.

  • @casmuts
    @casmuts Год назад +1

    Inspirational thanks for sharing!

  • @SNM007
    @SNM007 7 месяцев назад

    You are such an inspiration I loved watching your series...Sorry for the suffering you went thru but like a true warrior you bounced back well, wishing you all the best in life.

  • @Who.is.Clinton
    @Who.is.Clinton Год назад +1

    Incredible story of determination this, thanks Billy!

  • @israelorozco4621
    @israelorozco4621 Год назад

    Great to see you back at it champ!!

  • @tessabadgery2340
    @tessabadgery2340 Год назад +1

    Such an amazing series best I have ever watched!

  • @adrianprice7959
    @adrianprice7959 Год назад

    Ohh shoot. Never expected this. Cannot wait to watch it 🙌🙌🙌

  • @forththreadstudios
    @forththreadstudios Год назад

    Massively inspirational , big love!

  • @jackdonovan2270
    @jackdonovan2270 Год назад +1

    Damn, you’ve definitely put yourself through a lot of painful rehab.
    Balls of Stone Billy,🍀🌊🌊🌊🌊🍀
    Respect

  • @Marmite01
    @Marmite01 Год назад

    Thank you Billy for this fabulous comeback!!! it runs in your veins when you need to get back out there, he is one of the best surfers ever, and agree a film should be made about what you went through, and look at you now!!!!

  • @erozi3512
    @erozi3512 10 месяцев назад

    Beautiful and inspiring!

  • @vickielewis3848
    @vickielewis3848 Год назад

    What an inspirational story of courage and triumph. Thank you for sharing. 👊🇺🇲🔜

  • @titouanlocatelli3068
    @titouanlocatelli3068 Год назад +9

    What is the soundtrack of his first session at the point ? its sick !

    • @ngrener
      @ngrener Год назад

      Sawa Ahmed spins ruclips.net/video/tV8OeGgiRCM/видео.html

    • @sid6856
      @sid6856 Год назад

      I'm dying to know too. Shazam is of no use. If you figure it out lmk and vice versa. 😂.

  • @davenett4907
    @davenett4907 Год назад +1

    Wow Billy , So impressed Bro :) I have been there and it is a life changing Journey . Love to you and your family :)

  • @er4148
    @er4148 2 месяца назад

    This man intuitively sought out EMDR-therapy on himself. Beautiful intuition and courage to heal at such high risk. Kudos to Tahiti for enduring this ride too

  • @daniellafasullo1705
    @daniellafasullo1705 Год назад +4

    You are now officially Billy Balls so happy you are an over comer! Way to go now your free to move on in life and enjoy your wife and family!
    Stay safe always!

  • @jimsmith1550
    @jimsmith1550 Год назад

    Legend. Great job man.

  • @melissamusson3477
    @melissamusson3477 Год назад

    Thank you for this film. It is up there with National Geographic films I have enjoyed. I loved this film and everyone in it and the editing and sound and music and well, everything. The BEST. A film worth making. With love and admiration, Melissa

  • @arturoiannuzzi2985
    @arturoiannuzzi2985 Год назад

    WELL DONE GREAT MAN .....Good Luck in the Future

  • @condominioelcanal4461
    @condominioelcanal4461 Год назад +1

    Woah so inspiring! I believe surfing really connects you to your Soul, and your physical body is just a channel for those souls that love being out there, being free, facing Fear, facing Mother Nature's Power, confronting ego, limitations, and so forth. Come peace come healing to all blessed surfers that love life

  • @joserdiazalmodovar1898
    @joserdiazalmodovar1898 Год назад

    You Came back to that place that you had that sad and painfull experience to conquer it¡ Kudos Man¡✌✌🙏🙏

  • @timkdiamond
    @timkdiamond Год назад

    Only looking ahead… Thanks Billy. ❤

  • @alexwoolford_surf
    @alexwoolford_surf Год назад +5

    Insane, it has inspired me to overcome my fears and injuries. Loved it WSL :))

  • @doctorross1470
    @doctorross1470 Год назад

    Truly inspiring 🤙

  • @OrionsMako
    @OrionsMako Год назад

    That place looks so fun, good work BK.

  • @whiteheart6827
    @whiteheart6827 Год назад

    The Cinematography is amazing!

  • @bernelollab
    @bernelollab Год назад

    Billy the goat what an amazing documentary highly recommended 🔥🔥🐐🐐

  • @pineapplesurf
    @pineapplesurf Год назад

    what video! It scared me and made me anxious! excitement and curiosity! How well Billy overcame the wave that almost killed him.

  • @mhsandifer
    @mhsandifer Год назад

    Way to go dude. All the best to you and yours, keep ripping

  • @markfrancis7498
    @markfrancis7498 Год назад

    Great to see the redemptive power of your return Billy. Awesome courage and introspection. Can you share the details of the soundtrack as I loved all the music on here too 😊

  • @AM-yt3yj
    @AM-yt3yj Год назад

    Very interesting and inspiring story , congrats Billy

  • @lucasmulvehill6300
    @lucasmulvehill6300 Год назад

    Good for you man! First that wave looks super fun when it's not 12ft barrels and I'm glad your wife was supportive, nice to see!

  • @danielbaffa2668
    @danielbaffa2668 Год назад

    Beautiful.

  • @fernandocarrillo7720
    @fernandocarrillo7720 Год назад

    Inspirational... that soundtrack is Fire

  • @aminecougar6160
    @aminecougar6160 6 месяцев назад

    You almost lost your life in Morocco and you got it back in Morocco.. you’re a son of Morocco too..bless❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @klnfishingandadventure1698
    @klnfishingandadventure1698 2 месяца назад

    absolutely amazing

  • @Chadmcclinton
    @Chadmcclinton Год назад +1

    Epic!!!

  • @johnpope4023
    @johnpope4023 Год назад +1

    What a blessing

  • @SimoAtlas
    @SimoAtlas Год назад +1

    You're stronger than what you think. Welcome back.

  • @sethwoodill1554
    @sethwoodill1554 Год назад

    Billy good for you getting back up and conquering that battle

  • @lovingatlanta
    @lovingatlanta Год назад +1

    👍🤩💝RESPECT. 💝
    👍8/16/22 I’m NOT a surfer, I don’t follow the sport & I had no idea who Billy was before watches these chapters but for some strange reason the Universe wanted me see this story & RUclips kept pushing this video to me. 🤔👍😭💝
    👍😭The whole chapter series is amazing & very inspirational. I’m glad the algorithm kept pushing the videos in front of me. I’m glad I finally caved in and watched! 😭🙏💝

  • @erikb.8758
    @erikb.8758 Год назад +1

    his attitude is so inspiring! very happy that he is well, strong and most of all, that he killed "the monster" from this traumatic incident...

  • @williamdrose9350
    @williamdrose9350 Год назад

    Awesome to the max🐯

  • @badcid1362
    @badcid1362 Год назад

    Never say last wave, get ya every time! blessings on a healthy return 🤙🏻

  • @user-ps3rb9yc8x
    @user-ps3rb9yc8x 6 месяцев назад

    Incredible dedication body, mind, spirit and soul, following in the footsteps of those who laid the foundation for the next generation of Hawaiian watermen and surfers. Impressive!!!! Hawaii no ka oi!!!!
    D.L.

  • @WileyFox01
    @WileyFox01 Год назад

    Brilliant.

  • @andreag8853
    @andreag8853 Год назад

    Legend👊🏼

  • @thegreatestadvice88
    @thegreatestadvice88 Год назад +1

    I think that last wave, even though he wasnt deep (could you have been though), was the heaviest wave ever ridden.

    • @mikejackson8963
      @mikejackson8963 6 месяцев назад

      I think you are right! It’s Chops and it’s probably the biggest I have ever seen there which makes it possibly the biggest ever ridden. It would have been death to get too deep and risk getting thrown onto the reef there.

  • @yvanpedron5255
    @yvanpedron5255 Год назад

    et même temps la meilleure photo...... magnifique

  • @eddiewilds1750
    @eddiewilds1750 Год назад

    Man oh Man! That was so touching, what a Top G.
    The strength of character to go through all that and face his demons head on. What am I even doing with my life😅😆

  • @chedatielmehdi5412
    @chedatielmehdi5412 Год назад

    Back to reconnect in peace in Morocco that’s so inspiring in many forms and levels surfing can be inspiring ….. Billy keep rocking

  • @Optable
    @Optable Год назад +1

    those carves were GRAVY Bill!

  • @matthewwillis4892
    @matthewwillis4892 Год назад

    Good on you mate!

  • @makuakairothman
    @makuakairothman Год назад +1

    Right on billzz!!!

  • @stevencaldwell838
    @stevencaldwell838 Год назад +1

    Billy is simply an outstanding human being! Props for slaying your demons!

  • @markmansfield4313
    @markmansfield4313 Год назад

    epic!!! go get em' billy!