Where Sam Elliott Learned to Be a Man 

I use Sam Elliot clips to test the bass on my speakers

I heard Sam Elliot was shot and they gave the bullet a funeral.

Fun fact: Girls talk in high pitched voice with guys they like. Girls talking to me:

Sam Elliot's cologne is Diesel Fuel.

I heard Sam Elliot's voice beat Chuck Norris in a fist fight.

“That was a bummer.” -Sam Elliot On his father dying of a heart attack in his mother’s arms surrounded by his family when Sam was only 18

I saw this and went just and told my 12 year old son how proud I am of him. Time flies and then it’s gone.

Sam Elliot definitely does not seem like the kind of man that would have any interest in acting.

“He died when I was 18. Yeah, it was a bummer.” Not the words I’d have used, but Eliot’s voice gives them more weight than most.

I'm a Civil War re-enactor who was a background actor in the 1993 movie "Gettysburg," in which Sam Elliot portrayed Federal Brigadier General John Buford. I had had no contact with Mr. Elliot during the filming but, a couple decades later decided I would request his autograph. More than a year passed before I received back the card that Elliot had signed. It was accompanied by a gracious note apologizing for how long it had taken for him to respond, plus comments saying how making "Gettysburg" would have been impossible without the contribution of people like me.

I remember Sam and his wife staying at a resort I used to work for in Oregon. No one knew who he was. He rented the cheapest thing we had. Went out, got in the back of an old truck to get his fishing tackle together. We would get a lot of celebrities staying there, that put on airs. Sam is the real deal.

If ever a character actor had a face perfect for his roles Sam Elliot is the face of the American West.

God I want to have a beer with this guy. Absolute legend.

My Dad never said I love you , hugged me, or said I'm proud of you, but when I came home with a complete piece of junk British sports car he was out in the yard to tell me what to do. Love is expressed in different ways. He's been gone over 30 years but I still think back and know he loved me and he was a good man. He just didn't make a fuss ,as most men that served in WW2

Speak less, Protect more, Be a good example, learn how to fight, learn how to talk, care for those around you including yourself.

His face. His voice. His immersion and representation of what a man is...... He's a legend. His ethics. His morals......

Sometimes there's a man. Sometimes there's a man.

he's a good role model for young men.

Sam ..Robert Duvall. .Tom Selleck..Tommy Lee Jones. ..and a few that's left NEED TO DO A HUGE WESTERN!!!!! Before we loose them all!!

2:00 "That's the worst part...when you don't think your dad's proud of you." That resonates...

WORK HARD. BE A MAN...LIFES HARD. KEEP MOVING, TIME DOESN'T STOP

*Gets told that he's the definition of a man.* Replies with "That's a bit of a stretch..." In one of the manlinest voices we've ever heard. 😂

My grandpa knew Sam Elliot's dad. My grandpa was a federal trapper and the type of man Mr Elliot describes in this video his dad used to associate with. One day when I was six years old I was watching tv in my grandmas house. Only grandma would let me get away with watching tv and only late st night before bed while grandpa was reading the funny paper. My grandpa walked in the room and yelled to my grandma in the kitchen. He said look mom...little Sammy is on tv. I did not know who little Sammy was and my grandpa explained to me he used to drive to visit with his dad about work and once little Sammy had to plow him out in the morning. My grandpa was a man who spent his whole life in the mountains. He had an altimeter on his pickup dash to determine what sort of business he would do based on the altitude. He would consume a half court of Jim beam by lunch time and had a perfect safety record his whole career. He smoked sir Walter rally and was a man of habit. He was respectful to all but only had a few friends who knew how to handle themselves in all aspects of woodmanship. It was a way of life and a code of honor to conduct oneself correctly with guns, fishing, trapping, hunting, and respecting the land. Those who could not or did not were not considered even worthy as people and labeled out of staters or in some cases pot heads. Such as toilet pots. Anyway, my grandpa kept leather beaded strapped gloves at the table for those who spoke out of line and the table but was the first guy to for example give money in top secret to someone in need and those he helped knew damn well to never tell anyone. That is the kind of guy Sam Elliot's dad fished with. Men of precision in all aspects of woodmanship down to every element hand made by themsleves. Nothing purchased at the sporting good store if only to use as a copy. My grandpa died with the body of andidty year old man the doctors said. He killed and loaded the biggest buck in the valley at age 84. He was the last of a dieing breed and only embraced his 1/8 shashone indian ansestry the last ten years of his life. Until then he never spoke of it but as things started to change he would take out pictures of his native ansestors and yearn for the traditional ways. He died peacefully and I miss him as though he did not profess God or go to church his everyday fishing and hunting and outdoors respect for all manners of weather forecasting and adaption for conditions was something to have observed. He is in heaven. I pray.

"I wanted [my dad] to be proud of me." Sam Elliot certainly learned a lot from his dad and grew up to be a gentleman.

he's so cool! he seems so sincere and actually very kind aside from his somewhat intimidating look. He really is a man.

How on earth is his voice so low. It’s like the continual growl of a woodland beast

How is he even manlier when he's not acting

My dad passed away almost a year ago and since then my life really took off. He's right. It's so upsetting to have your father not be able to see you succeed

Anyone who thumbs down Sam Elliott needs to leave America

Just blew my Subwoofer...thanks Mr Elliott

I love his performance with Patrick Swayze in Roadhouse freaking cool!

When i wanted to be an actor, my dad said it was a pipe dream....and i took it to heart in a way. Im still painting houses at 50 yrs old...but probably one of the best actors youll ever see.

GOD Bless ya Sam. My Father in Law was a Fish and Game Officer here in New Hampshire. They all were very tough men back in the day. Some of his stories would curl your hair. It is good that when it comes to your Dad the apple didn't fall far from the tree. Nothin but love for ya Sam.

Jesus Christ does this message hit home on so many levels. Good interview. Solid. Thanks.

1:50 you can see the sadness in Sam's eyes and face language, he carries that hurt to this day. Sam is one of the few REAL men alive today. Every guy today are all Soy boys unfortunately

Making your father proud is a great honor. I couldn't imagine who I would be without his guidance

the men in his life are known as the Gods of Olympus.

Some say, there isn't a dog alive that can hear this man

Awesome segment .. TY Mr. Elliot ! My Dad died from Covid on June 27th, my mom’s birthday. We weren’t sad, but rather celebrated his life. He knew my mom for 68 years. 82, final curtain call. In heaven now. I too wanted my Dad to be proud of me. I hope he was. He was my hero, I was honored to be his son, and I thanked him for my life. I will miss him dearly, but he was a tough man too and would want me to be just as strong and responsible. I will and take care of mom too .. thanks for your story. You are quite a guy ! JB

As deep and resonant as his voice is I'm amazed he doesn't give himself a headache when he speaks just from the vibrations. Work hard and be responsibe. Be kind but not a doormat. Put the well being of those you care about before yourself. Do these things because they are right. If you're a man you'll be a good man. If you're a woman you'll be a good woman.

Mr. Elliott, I know you probably already know this. Your father is very proud of you, not just for your career success but for the positive influence you have made to our young people though out this world. You are a true American hero. God bless you and family.

He'd be proud of you mate no worries there!

He is proud now. He knows everything you do. He sees what you’ve become.

When Sam Elliott speaks even Chuck Norris stops and listens...

that sentiment he expressed is freaking sad.

Loved his character in ”We were Soldiers ”.

"That was a bummer" hahahahaha

Thank you Sam's. What an incredible and relatable video, and not to mention the production quality and clever tune at the end

I met Sam at Sturgis I didnt know who he was at the time I took photos of him and the bar ,he was a nice guy just a regular guy biker.

High ground...

Everyone on here fascinated by Sam’s voice, what’s got me awestruck is the interviewer’s style. He actually lets Sam finish answering each question in his own time and isn’t constantly interrupting him mid sentence. Giving a genuine pause after Sam mentions his fathers death. Each question just gently rolls towards Sam and it’s wonderful. THIS is how an interview should be.

Sam Jones is a beautiful, compassionate interviewer who gives his subjects space to talk and doesn't lay his own agenda on them. Pretty rare in US media tbh. Respect.

Sam your dad is watching over you. He has been by you as you have succeed in your acting career. He is very proud of you. A fathers love never fades. Take heart❤

Sams voice is the most unique mens voice I think I’ve ever heard.

I love him so much. There is just something so beautiful about a man who has aged without apology.

My father died at age 48 from alcoholism. I didn’t see him for 13+ years only one video call and few months later he died. I tried reach out too him several times but he was “busy” . The thing is I grew up those 13+ years with an adoptive family who have been very supportive throughout the years. So, when he died, yes it was sad, but I wasn’t disappointed as much as people usually are when their parent dies. After all, I was a formal orphan . I stay away from alcoholics or alcoholism, drugs, and cigarettes. I just seen too much from 1st hand experience that it scares the shit out of me. That miserable life just scares me. Now, I have depression but I try deal with that through exercise which helps A LOT. Anyway, there are plenty of people on this life who are miserable as shitttt. Your parents or past does not define who you are. Life is hard in general so you might get used to working hard. RIP to my father. I hope he is at peace .

I built fence with a fellow by the name tom ballinger who was the spitting image of Sam Elliot , voice, face,everything! He was a real cowboy though.

Deeper voice than God lol

I could listen to him talk all day

Awesome interview. Never tire of Sam’s voice or anything.

This man is the living example of "guys want to be him and girls want to be with him"

Sam elliots background, personality, and demeanor boggles my mind that he even wanted to be an actor.

I was fortunate years ago getting to ride with Sam on a Vietnam Vets run and meet him and his lovely wife. My voice is much like his as so many have told me. When I think of real deal people, Sam is always atop the list. I'm sure his father looks on with a big smile to see all he has accomplished. God bless, Wulfy

I've been watching several of this, and this interviewer is amazing! Kudos!

Oh my gosh! What a great guy. His dad just wanted the best for him in the only way he understood. Awesome family! Always a fan of Sam Elliott.

Sam Elliot is one of my favorite actors. His movie with Johnny Depp was fantastic. OMG! Talk to my Dad occasionally about being proud. Old Marines don't change

Great interview. Always liked Sam. Thanks for posting.

The Hero is an absolutely fabulous movie. One of Sam's finest roles. He absolutely shines

Sam elliot is the human equivalent of denim lol such a stud

Sam Elliot is one of my most favourite actors. His best film for me was tombstone and I love watching the ranch to series......he is seriously fuckin funny in that 😂😂😂

my father was very sick, he had me when he was 39 and he was already having health problems. he died in 97 when i was 25, its still weird that hes gone, because i grew up with just us. just me and my father, there was no one else there all those years. i still feel guilty that he had to work till the day he died, and that i couldnt have ever had the chanxe to become something "which i havent" and take care of him so he could have a few years of freedom before his time came.

Sam Elliot a refined actor & talent..... bet his Dad smiling now in pride being in Spirit seeing his son living his passion.

Sam Elliot and Jack Nicholson. Both need not act, just read your lines and be yourself. What a way to make a living.

I just worship him .

WTF is that music at the end? Took my headphones off to check for an icecream van! Great video, What a voice.

God bless you Sam...a father being proud is all a son needs to make it through anything

Well Sam, he knows now and I'm sure he's proud from up on high. Mr. Elliott is a cool, smooth dude!

i enjoyed that,bit i feel for Elliot

Appreciating this thoughtful, deeper conversation over the usual fluff. Sam Elliott is a beautiful man.

He makes acting look so easy . Love his movies 🌹

i showed this to my ukulele, now its a bass guitar

"That was a bummer"

You should have no disappointment Brother Sam. I truly believe your dad is very proud of you. By the way you are a great influence in my life as well. The first time I ever saw you was in the movie Rocky with Cher and I always knew I wanted to grow up to be like that like you or that style of man that was tough rough but still had a heart so thanks for teaching me that Mr. Sam Elliott. I never forgot it.

One of my favorite ! Along with Tom Selleck 👍 what a voice !

Hell - he was even good in Prancer. Used to watch that with my kids.

Ahh....Sam Elliot. That voice, that face...

great interview, very insightful

I fell in love with him and his voice when I saw him in I Will Fight No More Forever...he still had black hair!!! 💖💖

Sam is actually a genuine true Country Man he owns a ranch on the Oregon coast

I've been a big fan of Sam Elliott since I saw him in the movie Lifeguard.

"I never thought about it as having a need to prove something to him other than I wanted him to be proud of me" - That is the difference between Love or Fear relationships.

Loved Sam Elliott in Road House 1989!

i wanna hear sam elliot talk to phil anselmo

Sam Elliott, your dad watched your entire career and he WAS and IS proud of you.

There is no higher praise a son can hear than his father say, "I'm proud of you."

im an Elliott and we make great men. the thing his father said about acting is the same thing my grandfather said to me about being an artist. "there are a million artist way to hell and gone better than you so you have no chance at succeeding and you need to learn a trade like welding", he said. he wanted me to get into the construction business like him. hard core is a great way to describe my father and especially my grandfather. we have loads of men in our families typically too, I have 4 brothers and 1 sister. my father had 3 brothers and no sisters.

his voice commands attention to listen too

One of top 3 mustaches I’ve ever seen.

I wish my father were alive to see me succeed, but I see that I am not alone in that feeling.

Sam Elliot...great actor, great human being...honest, genuine...straight shooting...cannot ask for a better example to others...