The Gunny Tribute Special: Remembering R. Lee Ermey
In this tribute episode, the Military Makeover team and R. Lee Ermey's family members and friends celebrate the life of The Gunny, reminiscing about the laughter and love he spread throughout his career.
The entire family at Military Makeover continues to mourn the death of its beloved drill instructor, R. Lee Ermey at age 74. Though the former Marine is renowned for his Hollywood portrayals of hardened authority figures, his most recent role was a five-year stint covering 13 seasons as co-host of Military Makeover. On the show, The Gunny acted as a confidant for military veterans receiving home makeovers to thank them for their service, as well as a task master keeping the production crew in line.
The Gunny leaves us with his thoughts on giving back to veterans.
"I can’t call this a job,” Ermey said recently about his Military Makeover duties. “It’s a habit that I have. But it’s a fun habit that helps my veterans, and anything that helps my veterans, I’m game for.”
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He's not dead...Marines are not allowed to die!!! He's watching over his family and fellow Marines! Semper Fi Gunny! RIP
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Roger THAT! 😊
He’s on guard waiting for us❤.
@@sethputnamsghost6538iPads 🎉
my. brother is officer when the first gulf war then he got he started a new job and then work at gsa In. Logistics
Born during WWII Became a soldier Still is a soldier Always is a soldier
R.I.P. to a brother from another mother. Rick Rescorla. KIA World Trade Center.
We're marines not soldiers
I appreciate what you are saying but believe me, Gunny would be the first to correct you. He became a Marine and he is and will always be a Marine. Marines are not soldiers, they are MARINES.
I grew up watching mail call with R Lee Ermy. Like if y'all agree.
Agree that you grew up watching Mail Call?
Same. That’s a show I truly miss.
I miss watching Mail Call. I kinda had wished that I knew him growing up and wishing he was my grandpa.
oooooOOO FUCK YES, I LOVE MAIL CALL !!!
I watched lock an load as kid
They played Full Metal Jacket during my bus ride to Marine Corps boot camp in 2007! Not only that...but during my time in service aboard Camp Pendleton, CA, I walked into the commissary and randomly met and spoke with The Marine icon himself. An awesome conversation was had between us. That day I met an amazing man and Marine, leaving with a personalized, signed poster from the man himself. RIP Gunny. Semper Fi!
RIP Gunny!!!
Semper fi gunny
There are only two times I've ever cried uncontrollably: 9/11 and the day that The Gunny left us. God bless you Gunny. Semper Fi 🇺🇸🇺🇸
"Marines don't die. They just go to hell and regroup!"
Roger that.
Marines have already been to hell ... and marines dont die ... they take post at the pearly gates ...
and then on judgement day... death and hell and everything in it will be thrown alive into the lake of fire that burns with sulfur and fire. Last 2 chapters of Revelations reveals it all. If satan and his followers don't want to go there..then why would a human want to swim in sulfur and fire for eternity while being eaten on the inside with worms? Such bizarre comments.
@@gabrielmcollazo6675 Your a fool. why would a human be able to conquer spiritual demons. He was flesh and blood, but no he is a spirt and no match for satan and his demons. Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv DO NOT IMPOSE YOUR BELIEVES ON THE REST! GET A FISH SANDWICH AND SIMMER DOWN YOUR FANATISM! YOU HAVE NO AUTHORITY ON CALLING THE SHOTS FOR THE ONE ABOVE YOU! GOODBYE!
Rest easy Gunny... Semper Fi!
Semper Fi USMC..out in 73" A Marines...Marine!
The Gunny was at a Glock days appearance in Denver. I was gonna take a couple hours off of my job to get his autograph but was involved in a really bad crash on the way to work. It was one of my biggest “Get back on my feet” bucket list items to get to meet the Gunny. My buddies got me an autograph that said “Sorry I missed you, next time. Simper Fi” . I’m finally getting close to walking on my own again and it sucks so bad that I’ll never get to shake his hand. Thank you for the inspiration Gunny. Semper Fi...
If his movie, "Full Metal Jacket" aired BEFORE "Top Gun", I would've been a Marine!!!!! Gunny!!! From an aging Special Warfare sailor, this salute's for you!!!! Oh, and, SEMPER FI,,Marine!!!! OOH-RAH, Gunny!!!!
He was the father I never had. RIP 'Gunny'
A few years back, I learned that a good friend of mine (and a veteran) was diagnosed with bone cancer. I contacted a representative of Mr. Ermey asking (partially in vain) if Gunny could record a motivational message for my friend. To my great surprise and pleasure, a few days later i got a personalised recording from Gunny directed towards my friend; providing a great deal of inspiration. Those few words served to inspire my friend through some tough times. Gunny did not have to take his time to do such a thing, but he did so without hesitation. That is the sign of a great man. RIP Gunny and you will be missed. What a nice and generous guy.
Not very often do you get the pleasure of reading on the internet, a substantive and heart warming story such as yours , Ron. That was beautifully written and so powerful that I got a lump in my throat and my eyes welled up. Thanks so much for allowing us into a wonderful part in your life. All of you are quite special and fit in the best category of humanity.
I see a man of culture, a classic,i respect that
Can you post it?
Dammit Ron you sent ninjas to cut my onions.
@@shitboxoffroad Id love to hear it.
Rest in peace Gunny. We'll miss you.
Upmost respect to my fellow Brothers In Arms, both past and present. Gunny is no exception......he was the poster boy of a true classic military man of his time, and it set many a young boys, to go off to be great men through the Military. I, for one, am truly proud to have served as well, and the pride that goes along with the distinction of being a part of one of the Greatest Organizations Of America. Thank you Gunny for representing our fellow Brothers, and Sisters of the the United States Military. You are truly missed, and we shall all meet again, in our Almighty’s Heavenly Kingdom 😞🙏🇺🇸🇵🇭🇺🇸🇵🇭⚓️⚓️🙏.......USN RETIRED, 1ST GULF WAR VETERAN ⚓️⚓️HOOORA🇺🇸👍
I so admire this man. He was one of those 'Bigger Than Life' characters. Tough as nails, but a heart of gold....R.I.P. Gunny!
Nice van Gunny you had good taste RIP!
May the stars and stripes fly over you, god bless you
I had nightmares as a kid after watching Gunny on 'Full Metal Jacket'. In my country, we are conscripted at 18. I couldn't sleep for weeks prior to enlistment, I was so afraid I would get a drill instructor like Gunny and he would give us hell like how he did on FMJ. He's a legend indeed. 😎
A stint in the military turned an untold number of young lives around. Thank you for your service, Marine
This is one of the famous people I will actually miss deeply.
This man was a Devil Dog even before he knew he was one.
CarbonGlassMan - Anti-Hero hero.
@jeff lee He's not a baby killer you idiot.
@jeff lee that's bullshit and you'd have to be stupid to believe such an idiotic thing.
@jeff lee That's a lie being told by a moron.
Gunny, a man like you taught me how to stay alive in Vietnam. We are still great friends to this day, 52 years later. America needed and still needs men like you. We miss you Gunny but you will live on in our hearts.
As a parent with both my boys in the Marine Corp .. I am honored by this man and what he did..
R.I.P. Gunny!!!🇺🇸 SEMPER FI....OOORAH!!!!😇
Cirhs
OORAH!
OORAH!
Did y'all know that "ooorah" comes from the immatation of a Bulldog barking?
Thank you for your service in the Corps and helping our fellow veterans Gunny. As a Navy Corpsman, I feel closer to the Marines and love the time I spent with them. I felt more like a Marine than Navy and am told frequently "You are a Marine Doc" by the Marines around me. I love those guys. Men like "The Gunny" are few and far between. You will be missed. Semper Fi Marine !
Doc B You from ABQ?
Your Dress Blues may have been a Navy pattern, but, Doc, you're always welcome to wear them at the Marine Corps Birthday Ball. You earned the right!! Damn strait Navy Medical Corpsmen are Marines when they serve with Marines. You keep us fit to fight.
RLE is a great American hero. His acting was natural. He inspired me to join the military and after multiple tours I’m honored to serve like he did.
Semper fi God Bless You and your family and the whole of the US Military
R I P gunny ..Hoooo raaahhhhh
May "Gunny" rest in peace. They don't often make 'em like that anymore.
gunny isn't a nick name it's a title, (it is short for Gunnery Sergeant which is his rank awarded to him by the president) so no need for the quotations :) cheers
@charles hedberg - wouldn't that be something to see?
Good man, Good MARINE. GOD loves Marines.
HOOOOO AAAH!!!
"Gunny" will not be resting even in heaven he'll be training marines night and day from angels.... Marines for God.
Gunny was such a special person , he made the World a better place .... I love ❤️ the guy for his service..... RIP 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
He was a amazing man and will be missed. His grandmother most have loved him and have some stories of him. God bless him and his family
R.I.P gunny thank you for your service 🇺🇲🇺🇸
RIP Gunny....You are missed.
So very missed!
My husband was a Viet Nam vet. He loved the Gunny. As I'm watching, I'm thinking of how much Ed would have enjoyed this. Great tribute. Thank you.
REST IN PEACE A TRUE AMERICAN HERO. 🇺🇸
God bless y'all
He was a great actor, a great Marine, a great supporter of our brave Veteran's, and most of all, a great Man !
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv 3:02 his brother looks like he could be his twin!
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv As he would say get some.
@@user-zx7dp3qp6u some what? Why would I have listened to him? he was no one.
Mrs. Ermey is such a sweetheart. God bless her.
It's hard to believe it's been 2 years since we lost the Gunny. He was a huge inspiration to a lot of people, myself included, and he is sorely missed.
Amen, Brother. I'm Wanting To Join The Marines And Gunny Takes The Spotlight For Insparation.
Yea its hard
But, we're glad that men, such as him, have, and DO exist.
@@mac5894 3:02 his brother looks like he could be his twin!
He looks so much like him.
Definitely a hero of mine...
Same here. He was such a good-hearted man.
I was at Ft Huachucha in 2012 for an electronic warfare course prior to deployment. We were treated to some inspirational words that the Gunny recorded for Task Force Paladin. There were problems with people not understanding the Counter IED systems and jammers and refusing to turn them in in theater. "The Gear works, trust it. But it won't work if you people don't turn the fucking things on!" R.I.P. Gunny
If you see a homeless veterans please help. If you never have been in war it's hard to realize how tuff it really was. Take it from me it puts you in a depressed position you never want to experience.
The world is a poorer place without him.
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
I do miss the Gunny.... Semper Fi! Rest easy Marine!
I had the honor of meeting the Gunny at Shot Show one year. The line took forever. Turns out it was because he didn’t rush anyone. He talked like an old friend. I’ll never forget getting to shake his hand and talk for a bit with such a great human being.
Love that he owned a true 70’s van with a mural on the side.
22 year Army vet here. We are a band of brothers
I salute you,Thank you for your service,May you rest in peace GUNNY
When I got to Vietnam, a 19 year old, straight out of the Southern West Virginia hills a Staff Sergeant ( I will not use his name because I have not asked permission to use it) took me under his wing. During in country training (30 days) he gave me instruction on how to stay alive and do my job as a Special Actions troop. This was a sniper-ambush unit and we would go out, search for enemy units and kill as many as we could or stay quite and call in artillery or airstrikes on them. We had many hand to hand actions. This Staff Sergeant was my team leader for several months. His leadership, his dedication, to the mission and love for his men brought us through some really tough times. His example inspired bravery in his men, including me, even when we were scared to death. He lead from the front and never, never asked us to do anything that he would not do himself. We are friends and brothers to this day. I have to be honest, when I was in combat in Vietnam, I did not fight for Mom, Apple Pie and the Flag, although that was the reason for my visit to Vietnam, I was fighting for my fellow team members. I did not want to let them down, I was afraid not to do my best for fear it would cost them their lives. It was not about me it was about them. This is the love my Staff Sergeant instilled in all of us. His strength of charter, his bravery, leadership, and outstanding knowledge, and skill got most of us through Vietnam with our lives. He is a true American hero.
Thank you for sharing and for your service,I salute you.
Charlie NineRVN thank you of your service
Thank you all for your service! I love my country, but men like you, have made it this much better. Thank you!
CN - That is truly a moving and amazing story. My Uncle (Mom's Brother) served in Vietnam and has said almost nothing of his time there. (in my presence) No one except those who were there can or will understand what you went through. I can only say, God Bless You and Yours, and THANK YOU for Your service and sacrifice.
War of any kind is not fully understood unless you participated.Only then, would one understand the brotherhood and the love for each other,it is truly a incredible experience.
I am a 15 year Army vet. I don't cry, I don't whine. But this tribute had me actually choked up. Thank you guys for being there and taking care of our vets.
I think anyone who fought for the freedoms of others deserves a place to live.
He grew up here in Washington ... Something in the fresh food, water and air up here ... Semper Fi brother Marine ... Hold the fort till the rest of us get there ... As for the thumbs downers, go play on the freeway ...
Rid us of Antifa, before it spreads. Masks are a target.
I didn't dislike the video, but: "go play in a freeway?" For what? Because they didn't like the video, you fascist? Every man is entitled to his own opinion -- isn't that what we supposedly fight/fought for? Go move to North Korea or China if you're that blindly devoted to something or someone.
I love how people use the comment 'isn't that what we supposedly fight/fought for'. Yet I would be willing to bet money that the people that use this comment have never served or done anything to support their countries freedoms. All our US Military men and women deserve the utmost respect and appreciation, they truly are what makes America Free and safe. To all our Military men and women - Thank you so much for everything you do.
@@billytk1225 I've done more for this country than you ever thought about doing. I like the fallacious presupposition about: "Yes Men" as thee only people who have ever done something for their country. It clearly illustrates their intolerable degree of repugnant stupidity. I'm a third generation 'Army Brat' and I can assure you: serving them WASN'T serving my country. I've done far more for my country by my own measure of discernment than I ever did catering to a tyrant's demands. Go back to doing nothing, and NEVER respond to me, you waste of space.
@@judahsoremy9857 You fought for something? So you enlisted and served in the military right? What war are you a Veteran of? What branch of service were you in? When did you serve and with what unit? What was your MOS? Were you just using the word "we" to try and incorporate yourself into the group of those that actually did and do fight for your rights and freedoms, so you can sit here and blather nonsense to your heart's content? I really hope you served....
We need a Marine to step up and continue this. This is important! Gunny would want someone to carry on this mission.
Hi Alan! You can visit www.militarymakeover.tv to see how we are carrying on the mission to help veterans!
A real mans man
Thank you for your service and for all, Gunny. Semper Fi!
He was the grandfather that everybody wants to have. He will be sadly missed RIP Gunny 😔
Yes, he was. I will miss him dearly.
My son went to school with Betty and her x husband Eli. The daughter is beautiful ❤. Loved ermy
Gunny you were My hero for decades. Thankyou Gunny.
One of the nicest people who I ever met. Rest easy R Lee Ermey.
Not many celebrity passing have hurt, but this one really truly did hurt a lot
that one dislike was the Navy Recruiter
ROFL!!! C'MON....AT LEAST WE PROVIDE YOU INTEL SUPPORT & "TAXI" SERVICE....LOL
@@abrahamgustavoguitiperez-m2937 pffft! you know you get all of that from the Air Force and make like it's your own.
lol, weren't the Marines borne of the Navy?
Yup, we were. But you may note that our anchor is "fouled." That means we are not Able Bodied Seamen, but soldiers of the sea.
You forget about corpsman like myself who are out there with you and take care of you Marines.
as a former marine meeting the gunny was the highlight of my military journey, RIP Gunny GET SOME
You're never a Former marine ! ONCE A MARINE ALWAYS A MARINE 💪👊! OOORAH !!! CARRY ON !👍
as a former marine, I wish I could have been there with you to me Gunny. You are so very lucky to have met him in person.
RIP Guns!!!! Col Tom Cook USMC (Ret) ‘62-‘2002
How did you meet him?
@@peacefulwarrior4078 I call myself a Former Marine 😂
Once a Marine, Always a Marine. Definition of, “Semper Fi!”
RIP Gunny. I'm sure Heaven is appreciating the new angel corps.
Gunny is right. Non military folks just assume we are cared for. And us veterans we look out for our fellow veteran because those are our brothers and sisters. A unique family
Our biggest issue is its out there, but no one is helping understand how to utilize our resources. Then they make the paperwork so difficult you eventually just give up. It takes a veteran working in the system to help a Veteran.
wakcedout funny i dont make assumptions about anyone i dont know
fyi im non military but i do start fundraisers on facebook every year on my birthday to raise money for the wounded Warrior Project so please dont imply that all non military folks dont care because military folks like you if you even served make it harder for people like me to care
That's not what Gunny was saying, he was meaning nonmilitary people would think the Government would help these men and women , our Government is the same. Thing's that should be in place to assist them like Veteran's Affairs have funding cut and offices closed. Like Travis Frinzell don't assume just because one never served they don't understand, I have seen and heard military member's cut other's down and insinuate they were weak because they have PTSD. Civilian's do more for Veteran's then most give them credit for, most donate their time, money and anything else they can. The thing is most don't see it because their not glory seeker's. The only one in the State's who truly doesn't understand or care for Veteran's is the Orange freak running your Country, maybe he should start caring for the people of the US. I am pretty sure the $73 million border wall being constructed along a 20-mile stretch of the U.S.-Mexico border near Santa Teresa, N.M could be used to help Vet's better.
@@travisfrinzell284 Same here but likewise over here in the UK, respect the US though :) The reality is can't ever serve and probably wouldn't there either because of my ill health, but doesnt mean I can't respect it, past members of my family have, even my grandfather did. Pisses me off actually the way people don't care about exservice men etc, one person was charged for pissing on a cenotaph I'd never do that and would be appalled! Keep it up, great name btw take care :)
And America has shed a tear for one of its best heroes and icons is gone.
When was he a hero? All he was in life was d DI. Never fought, just made money in films. A paper tiger. LOL. Another strutting, posing John Wayne type. NOT a warrior.
edgar helbling bruh
edgar helbling He served 14 months in Vietnam from 1968-1969. He was awarded 9 medals during his service; 6 of which he received from his time in Vietnam. Most people consider these honors received and time spent in a combat zone heroic.
Christy Dolan www.americanwarlibrary.com/display/usmc.htm Not just for getting shot at bud. Go check out the criteria. He’s done more than you have I’m sure.
Christy Dolan -ANOTHER TROLL!
No mention of him being the only Marine to be given a promotion after leaving the Corps. He was only a E-6, then made an official E-7 after his service
Maybe cause others have been honorary given a rank title & some without ever actually serving? Jim Nabors, for one, earned two titles, that of Lance Corporal & later Corporal, the first one came from the Commandant of the Marine Corps James L. Jones, who also awarded Gunny his rank title. I served under CMC Jones, he had been my Battalion Commander with 3d Battalion, 9th Marines, he later served under President Obama's administration. Semper Fi Gunny, rest in peace, Top, USMC, Retired
But did he know Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior? You can't earn or rank your way into heaven. Ephesians 2:8-9 8 For by God's grace are we saved through faith; not by works, (or being a firefighter or law enforcement or a hero or a marine or a veteran or actor or puppeteer or News reporter/anchor or a soul singer or killed by a terrorist or a sports hero or a fashion designer or a rock star or body builder or a writer or cooking show host or walk into a room and lite up a room with their smile or a pioneer or a super pop star or bounty hunter or race car driver or football coach or country music singer or basketball star or being modest or a Disney star actor or game show host or making people laugh or making people happy or a war hero or dying for your country or never killing anyone) 9 it is the free gift of God, not that anyone can boast of their salvation." Eternity will not be about any of us or what we have done. It will all be about Jesus Christ who died on a cross to save us from our sins. We all deserve hell and then the Lake of Fire that burns with sulphur and fire on Judgement day.
@@JohnSmith-uy7sv That is the single most important decision a man can make, that is to ask Jesus into your heart. Without Jesus there is no heaven, only separation from God for eternity. I hope that R. Lee Ermey had a personal relationship with Jesus before he died. None of us deserves heaven, we deserve hell, however Jesus took care of that on the cross, then his last words: It Is Finished" meant the task he came for was completed. Now it is up to each of us to ask Him to live in us and change us to what he wants us to be. Thank God I can say I did that at 23 and still going at 64. I am not perfect as is everyone, none of us will go to heaven except through Jesus Christ!!!!!
He’s an un-replaceable staple in the military and an amazing actor and human being!!!!
It's sad but true that our government doesn't take care of our veterans like they should.i will remember you always Gunny.
It's not sad, it's a disgrace.
the marine corps went sissy it aint the corp iwas in needs to go back to the old days before they disband it
"A good soldier never leaves a man behind". What a legend dude.
I wasn’t aware he was actually a veteran, but I’m so not surprised. He always brought such a realism to those roles. A tremendously talented character actor.
Thank you Gunny, GOD BLESS YOU and YOUR FAMILY.
We will miss you gunny semper fi
I loved watching Gunny, brought back memories of my grandfather . Now brings back memories of Gunny too. Rest in peace Lee Ermey
October 19, 2021, and I’m glad Gunny isn’t around to see what the world has come to, but at the same time I miss him, he was a true inspiration to me as a kid, and if I’m being honest the world needs him now more than ever
Great American !!!
R Lee Ermey was a special human being!
Yes, he was a sinner like the rest of us deserving of hell because he was born on this planet.
My son took a picture of me and Gunny at a GI JOE Weekend of Heroes show in Ontario, California a few years back. My son and son-in-law both bought Gunny's DVDs. He looked like a really tough US Marine to me. As we moved on, he shook my hand and said Semper Fi to me. There's only one Gunny and I'm sure a lot of his fans will miss him. RIP Gunny.
I am from Colombia and I love that guy ... He is Alive ...
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
A true Veteran, and leader for making the life of Veterans a priority in his life. Thank you for the tribute of a great human,and a hero in everyone who understands the life of a veteran!😊
It is an honor to have gotten to work with Gunny. He has changed all of our lives and showed us why it is so important to serve those who have served❤
What an amazing soul
Maybe some don't know, but R. Lee Ermey was not going to be in Full Metal Jacket, originally. He was there to teach the actor that was going to be in the movie, as the Drill Sergeant, how to do it. They ended up putting R. Lee Ermey in the movie, because no one could do it like him. RIP, Sir!
Yes !!! Sr!!!!
That is very true, he was hired as a consultant.
Sir's & Ma'am's, Thank you Sir's & Ma'am's !
God bless Gunny and all our military heroes, past and present. #ProudArmymom
He was the best damn Vietnam veteran rest in peace
Awesome man. He will be missed.
R I P and God bless you Gunny and all that you did for us Vets!
Without exceptions, people are never appreciated as much in life as in death.
Semper Fi, Gunny.
Gunny was the real deal.
Yes he was
I just came across this tribute to Gunny, To my surprise, at 7:37 into the video there is the photo of me presenting Gunny with the Our Nation's Flag. This happened on top of the Al Faw Palace in (Victory Base) Iraq in 08. Everything you have heard about this man and his character is true. A true patriot, amazing and incredible man.
With how much graciousness did he accept the Flag? I'd bet a lot. Thanks for doing that!
@@jeffsanders663 He certainly was gracious, I had an opportunity to spend 3 days with him. Most "Stars would want to stay are require to stay in the DVQ (Distinguished Visitors Quarters). Gunny, turned this down, He and his crew wanted to sleep with the Troops in the Open Squad Bay. He would talk with every Soldier, Sailor, Marine, and Airmen. I was given many photos of his trip. But it was an honor for us to meet an man of Charter and Honor. I also thank his family for sharing his time with us.
Glenn Hopkins awesome!!!! What a trip that must have been for you!! Love it!
@@jeffsanders663 3:02 his brother looks like he could be his twin!
gone but never forgotten RIP Gunny
Rip gunny I have watched you in shows and in movies My entire life And I will deeply miss seeing you
The navy dipped out on a legend. I’m ex Royal Navy and and a fellow veteran. Even over here in England Gunny was a legend
Jeremiah 17:5 New Living Translation 5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord.
Before he played a Drill Sgt in "Full Metal Jacket" he played one in "The Boys From Company C" many years earlier.
Also a helicopter pilot in Apocalypse Now
I liked his role on toy story
Every last person in this video in eyes are Heroes. R Lee Ermey was also a hero! Rest in Peace R. Lee.
another history book ,turns a page ,,what a great patriot R.I.P. you gave me many great moments at the movies ,,and with your input ,they showed us magic
The "Gunny" did not leave us. He is still here in his movies, his stories and our memories. It's like he will never leave us. There are more out there like him that have protected us and still do to this day. We need to remember those and honor them as well as we honor the "Gunny". Semper fi. I only wish I had someone like him when I was going through basic.
RIP Gunny Ermy!! We love you Sir. Your dedication, duty and sacrifice is one for everybody to emulate. Slow salute to an honored great.
My full respect!
Fair winds and following seas Gunny... You left the world a better place sir. Semper Fidelis.