The Story Georgian Britain's Largest Man - Daniel Lambert 

Aside from the respect you show in your videos, I also love the respectful nature of the people who comment on them. Whenever I mingle with you lot 'down here', I feel good about mankind in general and it seems like I am among a group of people that may be diverse and may hold many different beliefs, but is united in trying to be decent, respectful and open-minded. Despite the often sad nature of the stories themselves, I often leave the video and its comment section with a smile on my face and the conviction that while there are absolute monsters out there, the lovely people outnumber them greatly.

"but they returned for his personality." I really like that. I feel a deepened sadness in his passing as if I somehow knew him.

Poor guy. He obviously had a serious medical condition that couldn't possibly be treated at the time. It's good that his kindness and character are remembered just as much as his size.

I’m glad that he was known by his friends for his personality and mind and not out of criticism of his weight!

So lovely to hear he wouldn't tolerate unkindness, what a fascinating individual! Thanks for another great video Paul

If those portraits are accurate, he was also a very handsome man! With that beautiful face and the personality and intelligence, no wonder he was famous. A fascinating biography of an amazing man. Thanks!

I think something to learn from this story, something you don’t hear about often, is that as long as you uphold your own dignity, no one can make you feel indignant

I was nearly 600 pounds at one point, and I knew someone who was over 700, and I'm telling you right now, it wasn't a fun experience for either of us. I could barely move, and often had trouble breathing, and my friend became exhausted after walking across the street. The fact that this man was able to live a fairly normal life at such an incredible size speaks to his strength. Good thing for all that swimming and fox hunting!

Isn't it wonderful that people could look past his size and see the wonderful man inside? It really is a lesson for us all, even today. Thank you for telling us his story!

The size of his body wasn't the only thing that was big. He had a big personality and a big heart. And as I hear, he also had a big brain. He sounds like a very pleasant person. Good for him he led a good life. Sad it wasn't as long as he wanted. He loved life and it was just too short. Thanks for this gentle and kind video.

What a lovely man! Definitely does seem like a massive thyroid issue. His heart probably couldn’t take the strain anymore. He’s the living saying if life gives you lemons make lemonade. We can all take a lesson from this beautiful soul. Thank you for sharing such a sweet story.

What an absolutely sweet story. May he rest in peace, he sounds like a lovely man

This reminds me of Robert Wadlow, the tallest man in the world AKA the Alton Giant, of Alton Illinois, USA. He died at 24 years young, but was happiest person in the world and who was super nice to everyone he met. It’s kind of sad when you think about it, but I guess people like this are what makes the world so special. Thank you for sharing with us.

He seems from his paintings to be someone of a lovely sweet disposition and a good talker RIP Daniel ❤

I love that the local FC are The Daniels. That's beautiful.

I'm glad he was loved and treated with respect. You did a lovely job too☺️

The only reason you should ask somebody's clothing size is if you are helping them shop for clothing, buying them clothing, or making them clothing. I adore your channel and this story.

This individual exemplifies what it means to be a good person, regardless of their weight. Paul, you and your team have once again accomplished an outstanding job. These videos continue to improve and I thoroughly enjoy them.

What an extraordinary man. That he took good care of his wards at the gaol speaks to his kindness. One might expect a great sized man to use that size to force his will. That he didn't speaks to his humanity.

He must have been a very patient man with an extremely long fuse, judging by how he's remembered despite being such a public spectacle. Super impressive he's only known for lashing out that one time, and then in defence of his dog! Thank you for another thoughtful and thought provoking video.

This man does such a good job with these documentaries. And he's just being himself, no theatrics, or hype. Just a man telling a story. Great job, and interesting stories.

I kind of hate to admit this, but i really identify with Daniel. I am just under 500 and my weight doesn't really stop me doing anything, but maybe fitting in chairs and shoes. I have lymphedema and lipedema and im not surprised he did too. Im an outdoorsy gal, love to garden, hike, walk etc. I moved 300lbs of dirt by myself over the weekend, and got my garden started. I do stuff like that all the time, i have always been freakishly strong, and liked to stay active. Obviously i am working on my weight, I'm getting older and its not been kind to my joints. Anyway, this was nice to hear about, thank you as always! 😊

Wow! I’ve never heard this before! Daniel sounded like a remarkable man to have a chat with. I’m so glad that he didn’t tolerate rudeness or disrespect. I believe he was very happy and quite at peace with his weight. Thank you so much Paul for sharing this amazing story! Blessings always! ❤️😊🙏

I was born in Leicester and an early memory indelibly etched in my mind was of being taken to The Newarke Houses Museum and looking in wonder at the Daniel Lambert display there. I remember seeing his chair and set of his clothing and was bought a postcard with his image on it which I treasured for so many years (I'm 67 now) and when I looked at his face, and think of him now, he was such a good looking man with a kindness in his eyes. I've lived in AZ for 18 years now, and sadly, I'm not sure where my postcard of Daniel got to but I so wish I could go back to Newarke Houses Museum again, it's a wonderful historical building/museum. I worked at Leicester Prison,(the one built in the 1800s after Daniel had passed) but I worked in Admin there and I would think of Daniel being a jailor in the old prison. You taught me so much more about the lovely Daniel, Paul, and I want to thank you so much because watching this video about him has really made my day. Wish I could be home in Leicester. You are a brilliant storyteller and I have enjoyed all your videos and look forward to many more. Best of wishes, always, Yvonne x

I find it interesting how way back in the day, people who were considered “strange” were seen more as a novelty than something that is to be looked down upon. Both are pretty bad imo, but it’s not exactly a secret that people in the modern era would not take to kindly to this man if he existed now, regardless of how lovely his personality was. This really reminds me of when I read a very old news article about a transgender woman who had a sex change surgery. She was described as a “blond beauty” and seen as a curiosity, rather than an immoral pervert or threat against people’s religion and cultural beliefs about gender.

This was a poignant tale told with precision and respect; thank you for allowing Daniel to retain his posthumous dignity.

I'm 12 and have taken an interest in submerging myself in the lives of those before me and to take in their experiences. I go to your channel because I trust that you would have respectful and factual information. And it really helps me to avoid rotting my brain with misleading commentary channels, mindless content, and overall I just really love your channel and would love to have you know :DD

Mr. Brodie, thank you for a most respectful bio on Mr. Lambert.

I remember visiting the Leicester Museum 50 years ago and seeing his chair. Never forgotten. Great to see a video of the man, who sounds a decent sort. Thanks

I had never heard of Daniel Lambert and I am very glad you presented him. He sounds so much like someone I would love to meet, not for his size, but for his friendly and interesting conversation. What a shame he died so young!

All that early exercise obviously built a good solid foundation of muscle and bone density. He seemed like a highly intelligent, sweet and gentle man. Patient too, but not with rudeness. He definitely took hold of the reins of his life, glad he's remembered with affection and pride still.

Thanks Paul for the great story, Daniel sounds like a wonderful soul that occupied a large presence to share love to everyone.

This was a really nice change in stories.

Thank you for this episode Paul. As someone with weight issues, I can relate to his struggles, and am glad that others appreciated his delightful fine qualities.

What a wonderful story. Kindness comes in all sizes.

Daniel Lambert was so loved! That is a Testament to his great personality.

Thank you for such a wonderful story! Thoroughly enjoyed hearing about Daniel’s life!

Well, I never, miss an episode👍🇳🇿. Nice work m8

Just what I needed to start my day. Thanks so very much Paul

Aside from his weight he sounds like a fascinating man.

Amazing story, Paul. He seems like the kind of person you would want to get to know and listen to his stories

You were so respectful when so many others would have made at least one snarky comment.

I remember seeing his chair in the museum when I was a small boy living in the city some 70 years ago. We had a new pub near home which was named after him. There are many stories told about him all of which portray him as a very genial and kind man. He is still a well renowned guy in Leicester, though few people seem to know much about him except his size! He must have been quite a guy for folk still to keep his memory alive. Thanks for giving us a chance to learn more about him in such a well researched and presented video.

I enjoyed a story about a person who was unique for themselves. Thank you for always being interesting and thoughtful.

What a remarkable man Mr. Lambert was. It's so refreshing to know that people, at that time, were merely curious and treated him with respect. Alas, this wouldn't happen to Mr. Lambert today. I'm glad that Mr. Lambert led a happy life, even if it was short. It wasn't the years in his life, it was the life in his years. Thank you so much for sharing.

I think this may be my favourite story told on this channel. A story of a life properly lived and well loved.

What a beautiful and lovingly presented recall of this charming man's life. Thank you for sharing x

That was both sad and mesmerising. Thankyou Paul excellent work ❤

Omg Mr brodie I'm from Leicester and I thought I new everything about Daniel lambert but here you are giving me the most wonderful information

I remember reading one story that actually talked about how insanely strong Daniel was as well. Going from memory, he was tasked to doing a job of helping moving timber which was a day's worth of work. Despite everything he and the person who helped him had done, both were refused pay and even after trying to get the pay, Daniel ended up so angry he broke one of the tools used on the job in half. He still didn't get paid.

I enjoy your videos and appreciate the respect you show to the subject with no sensationalism

Thank you so much for this wonderful respectful video on Daniel. I did not know much about him until today and your video has told me all I need to know about this amazing man. RIP Sir.

I wonder if he had issues with thyroid perhaps or metabolism issue. Its truly wonderful that such a man was treated well, and he seemed like such a fascinating man!

Lovely story, well narrated as always. Would have loved to meet this man. He seemed extraordinary in his own particular way. However his heart outweighed his weight in lbs.

I am glad he was surrounded by friends and embraced for his personality. Sounds like a likeable dude 💛

i'm glad youtube recommended this today. love the story, love the narration!

This channel should be a tv show . Love it ❤

Thank you so much for this lovely story so beautifully told.

I saw another video about Daniel, and, boy, was it telling a completely different story! I’m so glad I watched this one. He was a good man, and his story deserved to be told. Thank you, Paul! ❤

To hear how respectfully he treated and how loved he was is heartwarming seeing how these days people are so rude to anyone different. We could learn so much from that time period

i remember he was still popular in my youth but now has been largely excised from history an enjoyable and sympathetic video.

What a fabulous story and a fascinating man.

Bless him. I wonder why he kept gaining if his diet was as he said. How sad that many look at people like Daniel now and are disgusted. I'm so happy he was treated with respect. 💜

I love your channel, you are very charismatic and the respect you show when you talk about these things is really nice.

Another story by you that I’ve enjoyed..thank you sir🌹

Daniel was also quite handsome, wasn't he? In spite of his weight, he seemed to have lived a happy life - and an average lifespan for the time. It's no wonder that he was so popular. He seems like a wonderful person.

You are a boldly novel example among the finest of human men. TY sir!🎉🎉🎉❤🎉🎉🎉

Mr Brodie, thanks so much for your excellent narration and production value. There is always a lot to learn from you, and with good humour. You never disappoint. Be well!

Mr Brody the way you tell stories makes me wonder if you descended from a long line of wise ole story tellers. you are very good at it.

Thank you for another interesting story 😊 Greetings from Denmark ❤

Wonderfully made video as always and loving that shirt paul.❤

Well I never! What is the best part and you ensured it shone through - was what a decent, lovely, friendly bloke he was. I would have been honoured to have him as a friend. Cheers

Thank you for the upload, Paul.

While I love all of your content, it's such a refreshing change of pace when a video comes out that isn't about murder or other crime. Really enjoyed this one!

I'm so glad Daniel Lambert has not been forgotten entirely. As a child my siblings and I marvelled at his entry in the Encyclopedia Britannica. Whenever we played general knowledge quizzes, his name was always part of the quiz,

His comment to the rude guy about his clothing is amazing. He really took no shit from others and I aspire to have that attitude.

I am loving all these positive comments The world has changed for the better in this regard

I loved hearing more about Mr Lambert. I remember reading of him as a child.

I never hesitate to give a thumbs up, when I hear a new video drop from you. You deserve at least 1 million subs. You teach history, one of the most important subjects on earth. My father was a big man, and would have been a jolly man, had he not been a drunk man, with a nagging wife.

He looks absolutely beautiful in his portrait. I'm surprised that he did not suffer mobility issues by the time he hit 300 lbs. Was 5 foot 11 tall for the time? I believe he was genetically predisposed to being obese. Had it been a cardiac event thar killed him--either myocardial infarction or congestive heart failure--he would have had a long list of complaints beforehand. Thank you for sharing this interesting story about a kind and gentle soul who deserves to be remembered.

Daniel Lambert, in awe of his life and achievements! Thanks so much for sharing the life and amazing and interesting person who appeared to be greatly appreciated and cared about too by lots of people. ❤ Love history 😊

This was a wonderful episode, Paul. Thank you. It just goes to show that not all large people are inactive. What a clever lad to use his look to make money and thus live well. Unfortunately, our internal organs are not fit to work when anyone is not the average size. Extra tall or extra large the heart can't keep working to support a different body. What a shame they could not get him home. How wonderful that instead of calling him foul names, they got to know him and admire him.

Another interesting story Paul...and I noticed the snazzy shirt :)

Thanks

Well, I have never heard the story of Daniel Lambert until you mention him... Good job!!!

Another great story, Paul. Thanks soooo much! Oh, and love the shirt 👍🏻

Thankyou , that was great, he sounds like a brilliant fellow.

You had me at the utterance of the word "century"

Thank you

He sounds quite cheerful, affable and charismatic. It's a shame we've only spread hate and 'criticism' to include even more people.

Now that’s what I call an entrepreneur!!!!

My mum calls me BFG and I'm only 190CM and 120KG. Long time since last time I've been so early to a new video. These stories are always marvelously told, both fascinating and sad, and I personally like those that also have some room for kindness. I'd also like to get an just as impeccable style as Mr. Well, I Never.

I know of this man from a portrait in the London hunterian (royal college of surgeons) and it's really nice to learn about his personality traits. I shall think about this next time I visit

thank you Paul.

Thank you for the video.

How wonderful that he was so well loved. RIP Daniel🥀.

Well, Daniel is one of those historical persons I would have love to have met.

Good for him No one should tolerate rudeness RIP Daniel

Thanks fot for this marvellous Video

Have never been this early to a video - and what an interesting one! Excellent storytelling as always Paul 👏🏼