I had spent an entire year depressed after I split with my ex and no longer lived with my son. He was my world and I could barely function. I spent that year rebuilding myself and consuming all things Norm in my downtime. His comedy was the greatest escape from my deep pain and kept me from doing anything stupid to myself. When he passed I wept. It’s weird how someone you’ve never met can have such a profound impact on your life, but his comedy was inadvertently an integral part of regaining myself. Thanks Norm. Your comedy is one the greatest things in this world and I am truly grateful for you and your life.

@johncarr5936

Жыл бұрын

I’m happy you were able to find light in the darkness

@Anonymous-km5pj

Жыл бұрын

agreed... same but different atm for me. God bless and RIP Norm, my fellow Canuck

@michaelmarks9002

Жыл бұрын

❤ cheers I hope things are well

@roymonaghan5765

Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way my friend. In the depths of problems I came across this wonderful, wonderful comic when I was thinking bad things and this great man pulled me out. I loved Norm. Keep strong my friend.

@latinobandido7471

Жыл бұрын

@@roymonaghan5765 You too bud 🙂

I just love how Norm has been calling it "the tv" since he started.

@no_peace

2 жыл бұрын

The Butthead lol

@wuffalo

2 жыл бұрын

and his magic phone

@aliofly

2 жыл бұрын

Him and Dylan

@vinnyhaddad

Жыл бұрын

The TEE vee

@markhunt575

Жыл бұрын

@@aliofly The two best in their artforms. I wonder if Norm claimed to be The Girl from the North County's brother when they met

RIP Norm. This seems like the best place to start binging.

@synthWizkid

2 жыл бұрын

❤

@DONKEYKONG260

2 жыл бұрын

Same here. I'm so happy we still have the memories and videos. R.I.P. Norm Macdonald, the greatest comedian of all time.

@jackfarno

2 жыл бұрын

watch all the conan ones! those are money

@Vanasse1

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I’m doing... sad.

@seanmetro3496

2 жыл бұрын

SNL weekend updates

Norm was so incredibly good looking. He was absolutely beautiful and no one ever talked about that.

@Xxmeca421xX

2 жыл бұрын

I thought he looked like Tom cruise on the first appearance lol

@barlowwe

2 жыл бұрын

@Proper Thanks for the warning! I guess I was mostly referring to his face. :)

@alessandrademarco5018

2 жыл бұрын

I watch Norm MAC-Donald clips daily. Of course to have a good laugh, but mostly to just smile. He really made me smile because he seemed genuinely sweet, and his eyes sparkled ✨ , especially when he knew that Dave delighted in his company, as all of us delighted in sort of his company. His mannerisms I know by heart now, all as fetching as the day is long. And yes, he was oh so handsome. I'll miss Norm forevermore because he was 1-of-a-kind, truly. P.S. "He says to me he says to me he says..."-

@paulinemuthena6545

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Wendy I always do.

@maureentrant5588

Жыл бұрын

He’s had a GREAT BUTT, too( that’s very important)💔🥀🕊

“What are you, zero?” The earliest standup joke that I can remember, I heard this bit as a kid and it always stayed with me. Norm was a constant comedy presence my entire life

It's so cool to see Norm's confidence on stage growing over time. I also like how right behind his Canadian Farm Boy facade is the dark, twisted, vulgar genius we all love.

@matiastoro1667

4 жыл бұрын

It's just the Xanax kicking in

@dixonpinfold2582

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, you'd have to say the farm boy stuff is really quite laid on, since Quebec City and Ottawa are medium-sized cities. Both are also capitals, both, even back then, with the better part of a million residents. Both did probably have a lot of people only a generation or two off the land, and maybe the Macdonalds were among them. But then, if you consider not only Norm's success but the success and repute that his brother Neil has attained as a globetrotting journalist, in a career made up of the most difficult assignments his profession has to offer (decades in the Middle East and Washington DC), it's hard to suppose they really came from rustics. I'm guessing you already thought all this; I just wanted to say it anyway.

@jackwarren1687

3 жыл бұрын

@@dixonpinfold2582 you’re the type of person that insists their foods don’t touch each other on the plate...

@XDAWG756

3 жыл бұрын

@@jackwarren1687 what’s wrong with that

@treasurechest2951

2 жыл бұрын

@@dixonpinfold2582 he said in interviews that he grew up without running water at some point, what do you make of that?

Norm passed away today. His comedy helped get me through a lot of tough times (and will continue to do so). RIP to one of my personal legends.

@eyedea81

2 жыл бұрын

Same! His comedy always cheered me up. Very sad day😔

@LivingBGLegend

2 жыл бұрын

Patrice and Norm helped me through my dark days and still do through their spirit that lives on with clips like these

@auction20000

2 жыл бұрын

Do you know if he actually did have any uncle Brett?

@maxinegibson7076

2 жыл бұрын

A very funny man 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

@LivingBGLegend

2 жыл бұрын

@@maxinegibson7076 may God bless us all when we meet our time.

I miss Norm today, I’ll miss him tomorrow, but I’m glad this collection is here

@emperortrevornorton3119

2 жыл бұрын

Remember him for his hilarious capabilities and love him for his longevity even after he is gone he still makes us laugh

@darrenbenson2606

2 жыл бұрын

It helps for sure

@billybatchelor2863

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

34:45 I've never heard Letterman laugh that hard...nobody could make Letterman laugh like Norm, no one!!

@markbtelevision

3 жыл бұрын

Last ever stand up on his show. Tells you everything.

holy hell this is such quality footage.

@nowaskmehow

4 жыл бұрын

Before decent digital, there was very crappy digital, and before that, very good analog.

@coiranioconti2357

3 жыл бұрын

Excuse for my ignorance, but what does you comment mean?

@sinsoftheswamp8346

3 жыл бұрын

@@coiranioconti2357 the switch from analog to digital for awhile fotage looked a lot worse. So this looks really good for the time

@newtoy7791

3 жыл бұрын

On this small screen, it's more like inchage, not footage. But quality, yeah - quality.

@lusio7182

3 жыл бұрын

its not quality footage.. just decent... on tv it was way better back then

His second appearance on Letterman was my first time seeing him. When he finished with the Meadowlark Lemon bit, I remember thinking that I have found my favorite comedian. So sad to have him gone. Memory Eternal, Norm

@synthWizkid

2 жыл бұрын

❤

@tomaszstramel3594

2 жыл бұрын

I think it was his third appearance, but it doesn't really matter...

@JackKlumpass

2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s ‘metal lark lemon’ who played for the Harlem globetrotters.

Using the phrase "ya dirty dog" right from the start.

@kindaAbstruse

3 жыл бұрын

I think it's from Rodney Dangerfield

@hamnchee

3 жыл бұрын

@Felix Ronan Get a room you guys.

Devastatingly handsome, razor sharp wit, superior intelligence... what a loss for our society... why he was not an international superstar is beyond me... RIP, Norm.

@fredmartinjr7055

Жыл бұрын

He spoke way too much truth and couldn’t be controlled. That’s why he wasn’t elevated to super star.

@Senriam

11 ай бұрын

@@fredmartinjr7055 nah, it’s because his humor went over too many people’s heads. He was a meta-joke teller. His jokes were hilarious, but only if you could articulate *why* they were hilarious. This is lost on many.

@q.d.r.l.5480

4 ай бұрын

@@Senriamso true.

37:08 I don't think I have ever seen Dave offer a guest to come to dinner with him on live show. He thought the world of our ol' chunk of coal even back then. :)

@md5820

2 жыл бұрын

That's why Norm cried on Dave's last show.. they really loved each other.

@Sebrewer32

2 жыл бұрын

@Chip Flaked it's from a Billy Joe Shaver song. The being a diamond one day thing is from the lyrics in the song

@gardensofthegods

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah but you'll notice in the first few years he didn't even get to sit in the chair next to Dave and be interviewed . Then the first time he does get to sit next to Dave where he's wearing white pants you see they don't have time to interview him it's just time to say goodbye and you see Norm's legs moving up and down pretty fast kind of nervous like . Although you would think comedians felt they hit the big time when they get on these late-night shows but the truth is that usually didn't consider it big time until they got to sit next to the show host and get interviewed and that didn't happen to him for a while from what I can see here unless they were left out but I don't believe they were . So if he didn't get to sit next to Dave for several years it makes you wonder if maybe it first Dave was a little bit standoffish towards him and then maybe started to like him after a while

Thanks to the person who compiled all of this. You did a great job! There will never be another Norm.

@dongiller

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rolandfischer931

2 жыл бұрын

@@dongiller thank you man. Thank you so much

@christopherhess8523

11 ай бұрын

​@@dongiller​ Thank you for your time and effort to compile this. Also, thank you for including the Bradshaw slap! Awesome

@winonafrog

6 ай бұрын

@@dongillerTruly perfect work, Don. We the viewing public are endebted to you.

@BirdOfHermes8381

4 ай бұрын

There will be millions of Norms. Just not this guy in the videos. RIP This Norm!

for some odd reason I find myself watching Norm Macdonald videos over and over again, and it never gets old. It keeps me laughing every time I watch.

@douglasjohnson4382

11 ай бұрын

It was the turtle!

@robertwalters3392

11 ай бұрын

I do the same thing. I love Norm McDonald.

@JSweez87

6 ай бұрын

Same

What I absolutely love about Norm is that he is SO comfortable sitting back in the (his) pocket, and is happy to wait until (or if) you join him. And either is fine with him.

@SacredLiquid

2 жыл бұрын

Great point.

@q.d.r.l.5480

4 ай бұрын

Yeah me too. He’s almost never shaken. Or at least almost never showed it. Quite the gift

And the Giller prize goes to...Don Giller! Let's give a round of applause to the man who has preserved countless hours of hilarity for our amusement. Thanks, Don Giller.

@dongiller

3 жыл бұрын

I always accept PayPal. :)

@mggailitis7231

3 жыл бұрын

@@dongiller Anyone notice how Giller always wins the Giller prize? You can't fool me, Giller. I'm on to you and this PayPal thingie.

@dongiller

3 жыл бұрын

I only wish there was family blood between the Giller Prize folks and me. Unfortunately, there isn’t.

@therealbs2000

2 жыл бұрын

@@mggailitis7231 let the people at home know who this giller fella is

In hist first letterman appearance he called Bob a 'dirty dog'. Years later he would call his battle axe wife the same on Conan. Truly a man who was true to himself.

Norm died of Leukemia. Best thing we can do now aside reprising our enjoyment of his work is donate what you can to the Leukemia foundation in his name. RIP to the Goat.

Norm has this adorable little nervous habit of touching his stomach/chest with his hands. He's done it since the beginning and even in his most recent comedy specials, he still does it. It's utterly charming.

@alicerose5191

2 жыл бұрын

I know, right? And the way he touches his nose is utterly cute! ❤️

@mikeloss8194

2 жыл бұрын

He did that because he had stomach cancer in 1986.They had to take out half of his stomach and I guess it soothed him in some way.

@gardensofthegods

2 жыл бұрын

Yep he had stomach cancer and I have to wonder if all the times we thought it looked cute that maybe he wasn't feeling good or was even in pain because his friends said he basically had stomach cancer most of his adult life but had beat it twice before but in the end he had it for 9 years and didn't want anyone to know , not even his family .

@jomac841

2 жыл бұрын

I’m assuming it has something to do with his past stomach cancer. Can’t prove it but it makes sense that he would subconsciously touch it. It was rather endearing.

@captainclyde5082

Жыл бұрын

This comment aged weirdly

Ill be rewatching this collection RIP NORM ty Don

@synthWizkid

2 жыл бұрын

💕

Man I love watching Norm with Letterman. You can tell letterman just loves him!

Good Lord, I don't know who this Don Giller character is but I love him already. Even I'm Not Norm couldn't dig up this footage.

@sallykauth2115

2 жыл бұрын

@Matthew Lock I'm not sure if you are aware, but in one of the other Norm/Dave compilations, Norm mentions seeing Matlock in an airport bookstore. Pretty sure it was #3, #4, or #5. Sorry I can't narrow it down further for you.

Not "thanks Dave" but *"Thank you Sir"* The respect was evident.

It’s interesting to see his evolution from simple stand up comic to the funniest person who ever lived

@daddydoza5164

2 жыл бұрын

A great stand up even in his early days. Anybody would tell you he was another level

I think comics loved Norm so much because he was so original. His material and delivery were always one of a kind.

Just when you thought you've seen every norm clip, the great donz comes through with these gems from his archives. Thank you so much, so happy you're back up on the KZread.

He was such a young chunk of coal back then.

@stephenkubica9829

3 жыл бұрын

I've never heard that expression, Cheers!

@mutt8553

3 жыл бұрын

@@stephenkubica9829 Not in the loop

@no_peace

2 жыл бұрын

I had a huge crush on him

@no_peace

2 жыл бұрын

*i still do, but I used to, too

@sallykauth2115

2 жыл бұрын

@no peace He was such a good looking man.

Rest in peace big guy thank you for the laughs, God bless you!

Love that he says “the tv.”

@clicheguevara5282

3 жыл бұрын

...like how he kept saying "the computer" on his KZread red carpet appearance. He kept insisting that a tablet was a computer. Lmao

@oldironsides4107

3 жыл бұрын

The tv is how humans talk.

@spac18

2 жыл бұрын

@@clicheguevara5282 well, a tablet is indeed a computer

That re-dreaming joke gets me every time where you’re having this great dream only to wake-up and find yourself in your miserable life again. Happens all the time.

Hey man, I just want to say that this is incredible archival work. Thanks for putting this collection of classic Norm appearances together!

I like how nervous Norm looked when Dave had him sit in the chair for the outro in 91. He respects Dave so much.

What a loss. Norm thanks for taking us along on your comedy journey. RIP.

Holy crow! Can't believe this. An early christmas gift. Thank you so much, giller, you truly are a scholar and a gentleman.

@leonardstilwell1894

4 жыл бұрын

Man alive, too!

@androshyuga6062

4 жыл бұрын

He's no Oscar Pistorious

@heribertonavarrete501

4 жыл бұрын

This is a better time than going under the queensborough bridge with $15 in my hand

@rondill6317

3 жыл бұрын

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@rafaelfernandeslopesdeoliv1700

3 жыл бұрын

@@rondill6317 hah?

That first routine features both a "shallow grave" reference and a "dirty dog."

Watching this again for the first time. This was my first exposure to his amazing comedy. I'm really devastated by his passing.

Norm's earlier appearances on Late Night and Comedy Central in the 90s are the reasons why I fell in love with his standup. Back then he was one of the most unique and utterly twisted comedians that I had ever seen. Thanks for uploading the first clip -- The duffel bag joke has made me cackle for years.

That fish stick joke is Gold, Jerry. Gold!

Dave always had love for Norm, not many people had that privilege. Norm even had speech when Letterman was awarded with Mark Twain prize.

I just finished watching all of these interviews and just found out today (September 14, 2021) that Norm has passed away. I wish I could have met him, absolute comedic genius and legend.

Wow. His first appearance may as well have been his last. A pro, right from the start. He already had his signature cadence and joke writing style down. I can't say that about ANY other comedian I've seen. They all seem so wobbly in the beginning, trying to find themselves. Norm was one of a kind.

Seeing Norm live this week, a great warm up for me!

@chexnfx7161

2 жыл бұрын

How was it? I’m sad I never got to see him 😞

@wuffalo

2 жыл бұрын

@@chexnfx7161 same

Letterman really helped norm out in his career at the beginning

I feel like I'm watching the evolution of the perfection of his comedy timing. He tells the same jokes years apart. But his timing is so much better the second time.

@MPcurtis6

2 жыл бұрын

He never get rid of his nervous tics coming out though

Awww the way he's shaking his legs at 18:20 😭 I bet he was so nervous but man, the way he grew into such a confident performer in such little time thereafter.. RIP Norm

18:23 for Letterman taking off his jacket real quick. Rest is history

@tiptoejoe4899

4 жыл бұрын

legendary

@peppuhroni

2 жыл бұрын

i don’t understand

And thus begins my Norm watch fest part two of 2019. In all sincerity, thank you, Don!

@synthWizkid

2 жыл бұрын

Wow. What a terrible day. I needed a laugh

You know, I really havent had much exposure to Norm Macdonald at all. I don't watch SNL, wasn't familiar with his podcast... This is a great intro to his work, enjoyed this (part 1!) immensely.

@drummerdoingstuff5020

3 жыл бұрын

You are in for a treat! I remember him from SNL and was born in 82 so I remember seeing him and never realized he was so funny. Then after the Turd Ferguson stuff I got more interested and rediscovered Norm. Now he's probably my favorite ever. Genuine good dude. Seeing him tear up on Lettermans last show and how he didn't want to roast Saget because he was his friend. I'm glad he's around.

@GyzelE

2 жыл бұрын

His movie, _Dirty Work_ , is one of the funniest movies I've watched.

As brilliant as he was, he took a time to grow into his final brilliant self.

@kevindean1327

2 жыл бұрын

Revolver wasn't the first Beatles album. It takes time to grow into your potential!!!

@RS-ni3lj

Жыл бұрын

He was an old guy in a younger man's body, took time for him to grow into his true self.

11:24 is my favorite part. He looks shocked, and generally shocked to be on the couch

I binged Norm a few months back when Conan ended his show. He Conan and he and Dave are my absolute favorite.

Hey man, thanks for these, really appreciate the chronological order

Lookout Norm! There is some shadowy lurking character in the background as you do your stand-up about shadowy lurking characters.

@Bdlawless

3 жыл бұрын

@Majestic Squid Seems you did as well.

Norm’s jackets kept getting bigger. BLESS YOU DON GILLER!!

R.I.P. Norm ... one of a kind

@CorePathway

Жыл бұрын

There were two, but the other one died in an industrial accident.

“Them’s mean streets if you’re a Weiner dog in a cardigan!” Best comedian ever.

Norm and letterman had some of my favorite conversations on TV.

Hey Don…. It’s evident that this must be an extremely sad time for you. Thanks so much for all this footage and thoughts and prayers with you. 🙏☮️ T

@dongiller

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, but please save that sentiment for Norm’s family.

Thank you, Don Giller! These clips are food for my soul! I love it when Paul Shaffer would intro Norm with that old song from 1962, "Norman".

Binging like crazy, and sooooooo satisfying…….. RIP Norm

Shine on you crazy diamond 💎

What a transformation during 1995. First sit-down, nervous and a bit boyish. Then the confident Norm we all know and love in the last visit. Top stuff!

I love the way Letterman looked at him. ❤💔

Really fun watching his career and confidence grow.

This was the beginning of a life-long comedy bromance between Norm and Dave. Cherish it.

I must say Don, people are pretty pleased with this KZread video here.

I love that they play Dylan for his intro music. I wonder if he asked Paul if he would do that? How did they know he loved Dylan?

@nicholas6870

2 жыл бұрын

His son is named Dylan

Norm is so handsome !!!!!

Rest in Peace Norm. Fearless funny and like no other. Passed away today from cancer.

"Sometimes a big lie just flys outta your evil head " LMAF

Thank you for your service. These videos need to be shared today.

It’s embarrassing how many times I have watched these videos of Norm on Letterman. Dave is right - there is no one funnier! He got it! He understood how to be a guest on Letterman.

@roguelife6205

2 жыл бұрын

He mimicked Rodney dangerfield.

I was so proud of Norm for crushing his first appearance. A legend was born. RIP to a great one.

First time I've actually seen his first debut TV appearance. Classic. Love ya Norm and thanks for all the laughs man. You were the best.

Awfully brave of Norm to do the SAME, EXACT bit two times lol.

@adamlinks8188

4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing, like was it on purpose??

@ddw1272

4 жыл бұрын

@@adamlinks8188 I wonder if he didn't get the laughs he wanted the first time, so he thought he would go for it again?

@adamlinks8188

4 жыл бұрын

@@ddw1272 yea maybe, but it's so like norm to purposely do the same bit twice just for his own amusement!!

@roddydykes7053

4 жыл бұрын

Adam Links this was back in the day so I’m sure like 2 people noticed at most. People had to watch clips recorded with cassette which was a big pain in the ass so you could probably travel the entire country doing the same 10 bits nightly and be successful

@ToomanyFrancis

4 жыл бұрын

Most comedians do the same bits over and over. When you see a comedian on a talk show they are probably just testing a standup routine that they're working on, then they do the same standup routine at different clubs every week.

0:01 May 9, 1990. Stand-up. 6:04 September 5, 1991. Stand-up. 11:49 December 28, 1993. Stand-up. 18:31 February 17, 1995. Stand-up. 25:02 May 26, 1995. Sit-down. 30:13 October 24, 1995 Sit-down. 37:57 November 23, 1995. Cameo.

He will be truly missed.

Finally some new content for I'm not Norm to use!!!

@dongiller

4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been looking at others’ Norm uploads tonight, and it makes me consider continuing the series with vastly superior videos than what’s been put up.

@bunnyblurrz

4 жыл бұрын

@@dongiller please upload them especially the late 90s. A better quality of them like this compilation you put up would be highly appreciated for us Norm fans.

@YoureRatherDumb

4 жыл бұрын

@@dongiller Please do this. BTW are these VHS transfers?

@dongiller

4 жыл бұрын

YoureRatherDumb I did. See the description for the links. Some are, some aren’t.

@RealWolfmanDan

4 жыл бұрын

@@dongiller thank you for your work!

gonna miss this genius but also, undefeated legacy left for us to enjoy

Thank you David Letterman for introducing Norm to us. Miss him. RIP Norm. ✝️💟☮️

A star is born. So fun to watch this evolution in his confidence and Dave's obvious love of his wit. We miss ya Norm!

An absolute legend, may he RIP

@synthWizkid

2 жыл бұрын

💕

17:25 you can hear Letterman laughing his ass off in the background

@The3Stooges

3 жыл бұрын

The most I've ever seen Letterman laughing his ass off is definitely this clip: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qGSglZisdbbMY5s.html

Just dropped in to leave my 4x per year comment telling Don he is the god of archivists. You have provided so much entertainment and insight into the late 20th century.

Love this old chunk of coal

Omg! Norm did the celebrity golf tournament joke that Mike Birbiglia does in his act. Wait... who did it first? I'm assuming Norm did by the date of the show. Wow.

Whoever clicked the thumbs down didnt like on this amazing video, should immediately be put on some kind of watch list. All 5 of these are true works of art. Thank you so much for taking the time to do this. It's so beautiful. And hilarious of course

I'm just watching the beginning of Norm's start. Cool how Dave admired one of the funniest guys ever. So glad Norm brought his Canadian humour to the USA. RIP.

Before Norm joined SNL i saw hiim do that "its me Bob" bit on Comedy Central when they had small stand up comic shows and somehow he stood out as being hysterical.

Seeing young Norm, I see now he's always been Norm. Which is great that he never changed. We did. and caught up to the Norm we now raise above all others. A charming Comedienne that bit down on broken glass and cut us in every conceivable way.. Whether we knew it or not. He really didn't give a fuck but loved us anyway. God bless you Norm.

I like how Paul played Bob Dylan for every walk on... Norm must have had a Bob thing before Billy Joe Shaver.

@jackwendigo6541

4 жыл бұрын

He played the harmonica bit from "You're Gonna Make Me Lonesome When You Go" for Norm's last appearance on the show, too.

He was fearless and brilliant.

I could always take or leave this guy but suddenly I’m on a kick and haven’t stopped watching every video of his for a few days

they´re french, so we don´t really care. - that´s the greatest sentence i´ve ever heard

@stoicspartan01

3 жыл бұрын

@phosphorescent wave I'm from Quebec and yep, never gonna happen. Truth is I didn't even know that Norm was from my city that's fucking amazing! I thought he was from Ontario.

I've watched this compilation a whole bunch of times but had ALWAYS just cut the video after the last interview, because I figured it was over. So I just heard "I get to OJ THE TURKEY" for the first time, and laughed my ass off. Norm macdonald - truly, the gift that keeps on giving. Rest in peace, ya old chunk of coal.

I need a ringtone of Norm shouting “HOT PROPPITY!!!”

A lot of Norm’s material here he had since the ‘80s. I think one of the smartest things about Norm is he would make bits that nearly anyone could relate to or easily understand, and thus very little of it is dated. It’s like Norm had his own Rolodex of jokes he could draw from whenever necessary.

@kellynolen498

2 жыл бұрын

yeah 15 minutes in before I found hit a joke I was too young to get the reference I was amazed that how relatable his old jokes were still to this day

Norm was such a genius he left this world at the right time. Now he’s surrounded by peace and love eternally…🙌🏾