BIG SURPRISE NEWS - Family Update Made Garrett Cry Happy Tears
Dear Bucket List community around the world, this big announcement video is dedicated to YOU! Because none of this would be possible for our family with YOU being such a special part of this journey TOGETHER!
We would love to hear all of your thoughts in the comments. We will do our best to respond to as many possible :)
Family First:
Our year has been nothing short of magical, especially with our children blossoming in their unique ways. Dorothy amazed us with her fearless dive into flag football, facing down challenges and shining as the only girl on the team. Her bravery and spirit have inspired us all, proving she's a true game-changer both on and off the field.
Manilla, our little breakdancer, has not only mastered the art of breakdancing but also brought his cool moves into every aspect of his life, from soccer to surfing. His passion and flair have made him a standout star among his peers and a source of immense pride for us.
Our youngest, Cali, finally took to soccer this year with a bit of creative motivation (hello, shaved ice bribes!), turning from a reluctant participant to a passionate player who loves scoring goals and celebrating in style.
Special Announcement: Our Dream Partnership
We're thrilled to announce a dream come true - our partnership with National Geographic! This collaboration is not just a business venture; it's a monumental step towards bringing more meaningful, family-oriented content to the forefront. National Geographic reached out to us early this year, impressed by our vision and the community we've built around our adventures. This partnership promises to bring our unique brand of exploration and family adventure to an even wider audience, creating content that entertains, educates, and inspires.
We can't express enough gratitude towards you, our supportive viewers, who have been with us through every step of this incredible journey. Your encouragement and engagement have been the driving forces behind our every adventure. We are so grateful for your continued support and enthusiasm, which have been instrumental in making this partnership happen.
This video is not just a recap but a massive thank you to each and every one of you who have made our dreams possible through your unwavering support. We're excited for what the future holds and can't wait to take you along on every step of our new journey with National Geographic.
With all our love,
Garrett, Jessica, Dorothy, Manilla, and Calihan 🌏❤️
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0:00 - Are we in the "Good Ole Days?"
1:24 - Dorothy
12:00 - Manilla
21:00 - Cali
30:40 - The Big Announcement
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THANK YOU for watching! Comment how long you have been a part of our family journey! We started sharing our videos in 2015. That's almost 10 years ago! So grateful to share this big news with you today :) ❤💙💚💛
2016!! ❤❤❤
We've been following you since 2017/18 when my wife saw Jess speak at a spouse event for Law and MBA students at BYU. Such a wonderful journey you've been on and we're excited to continue following it! ❤💙💚💛
2019 =]]
You're joining lots of people who started their channels in 2015. Flying The Nest, Kara and Nate and The Endless Adventure to name a few.
Wasn't 2015 like 5 years ago? 😅😂
Tell me I'm not the only one who got all teary eyed seeing Dorothy excell in football. You guys are raising some awesome humans 👏 ❤ 🙌
I love how much support she received!
Same! & with Manilla dancing too!
Me too!!!
Me too ❤
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I love that Garrett has the too much gene and that he made the contract for the kids to sign. Not because it was cute, which it is. The importance the kids feel by being included and their opinionvalued, is a feeling that will last their lifetime. I love how you, as parents, love and value your kids❤️💙💚
Yes! National Geographic!! Jess, I was part of the team at NatGeo who had the pleasure of working on your book and it was the highlight of my work life in 2023. I am beyond excited for this relationship to continue. ❤
I’m only 20 but one sure thing I know about myself is that as a parent I want to be like this. Thank you, I admire you 💚
Dorothy has been my hero since she jumped off that cliff with tears in her eyes. Garett told her she didn’t have to but she said I want to. She got herself together and counted down and jumped!!! The inspiration that child has given me is indescribable, undeniable and life changing. I could never thank you ALL enough for the adventure I’ve been in with you!!! Thank you for sharing!!
Great family and Bucket List Family update. Congratulations on your partnership with National Geographic! Looking forward to seeing your continued growth & success!
My son and I have been watching since 2018. I just left a very abusive marriage and we were traumatized and broken.The only thing we would watch on loop in our one bedroom tiny apartment, cuddled together, everyday, was the Bucket List. You guys taught my son and I what a true loving father and husband is, that a relationship between husband and wife could be loving and supportive, that a wife can be soft and powerful like Jess and that a family where children are encouraged to discover who they are and are celebrated for being themselves really does exist. Today, my son is 12 yrs old. Against all odds, he's a social butterfly with a healthy mind, body and soul. Thank G-d. Sometimes he'll ask me "How is Manilla?", or see an old episode and scream with joy "OmG!!! Cali started walking!" as though they were his own siblings. He watches Garret get emotional about his kids and he will get emotional too. And that is when I know that you contributed immensely to our mental health. That is an amazing and generous gift you gave us. While we were going through intense trauma, you reminded us what hope, love, trust and kindness truly are. And taught my son what a healthy family is, so one day he'll be able to build his very own healthy family too. This year, I can see that my family is finally in the pocket stage. Thank you so much for that.
Yes they are a true inspiration as a family. I feel hopeful when I watch them parent and interact. Thanks for sharing, you had me crying. ❤
Loveee how Manilla is getting into breaking!!! I bet he’ll get his windmills sooon!
Wow this is what I love to read about. How just a KZhead video can really help in so many ways. So happy you got out and you and your son can live and prosper and only keep going up!! That speaks volumes about you as a mother also and yes I was crying reading your story😊😭😘🙏🏼👏🏼
I can so relate to this. Im so glad you and your son are doing well. Brilliant move to watch their life on repeat. So healing in every way!! ❤🌞
Wow, your story is so powerful. Over here happy crying that you’re in your pocket stage, truly I am so happy for you and your son ❤
I’ve been watching ever since Cali was a baby ❤ I love seeing how brave the kids are and all the amazing destinations. So many great videos that brought me happy tears many times. A part of my heart will always be with the ocean
I’m 39 weeks pregnant with our first little girl and I just bawled watching Dorothy’s segment. She’s incredible. You all are. And we are all so excited for your next chapter. ❤️
Sobbing watching Dorothy KILL it. She’s going to rule the world one day ❤
As a girl who is in an environment surrounded by boys and know how hard it can be sometimes, I found it SO inspiring to see Dorothy showing what she is capable of and staying true to herself, and to see the boys showing her respect (as they SHOULD). She is so amazing and she rocks everything she does, and she will achieve so much in her life. We should all be a bit more like Dorothy because WOW. I think she is my role model😅🤩🤟🏻💪🏻
Watching for *SEVEN* years and waiting for seven more! Congratulations to your whole family and the Bucket List Studios Team!!! It was such a blessing to meet you guys in Orlando! We are so proud to be a part of the Bucket List Studios and so honored that you allow us to share in your family adventures. ❤💙💚💛 PS Giraffe Manor was incredible and African safaris are THE BEST!
They are ending their videos after their 300th video
Yes, I sadly know. I was referring to watching the journey continue through the cartoon. This is the best balance for them as a family. They still can share adventures, but get to have a bit more control over the amount of exposure they have. It’s incredibly admirable to have given so much of their days to creating content for their viewers, the cartoon is the perfect balance and I am so excited to watch this journey grow. This family has so much to offer the world in terms of wholesome stories and a truly inspirational outlook on life. They’re 100% family driven. They are the first of their kind offering a full family demographic, a feat not easy to achieve. They are destined for greatness. Although I will miss the KZhead videos, I know that there are plans to keep their loyal bucket list friends connected to their lives, and we won’t be abandoned. It will just look different and give them more freedoms, freedoms they deserve.
Just looking at Dorothy after all these years, so prouddddd like I’m her mom! Can’t imagine how proud yall really feel!
Been following for years but started watching yall religiously while single during Covid, got engaged last year on a mountaintop, married and pregnant this year! I've traveled and lived in Africa, Iraq, and DC but THIS is my bucket list life. The pocket is now! So proud of yall for all your hard work. What an inspiration!
Here’s why we’re excited about this partnership: The world needs an inspirational focus on FAMILY and FAMILY VALUES. You’re motivated by passion and that will help in the success of the company. You’re purposeful and intentional in all that you do and it shows. Your enthusiasm and passion are contagious. You’re an excellent storyteller and care about the little details. “When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly and unquestionably.” - Walt Disney We believe in The Bucket List Studios. ❤💙💚💛
FAMILY and FAMILY values!!!!!! Yes!!! 🙌
“Are you in or are you out?” I love that callback, Dorothy. ❤
This was my favorite part of the entire journey. Congratulations to your entire beautiful family for making a huge difference in this world. What assets you all are. ❤️
So excited for this huge news, and I am very proud to be part of this incredible journey with you ❤
Congratulations! Such amazing news! 😍 Been here from the beginning and will be with you all the way! So excited for everything that’s about to come!!!
Ive been watching nearly the whole time🥰 My family & i took a trip to the British Virgin Islands years ago to stay on a boat. I searched KZhead for videos on the trip & I stumbled upon yall! I quickly fell in love with your family & haven’t missed a video bbsince! Thanks for taking me along on all your adventures!!
Since 2017 ! So excited for all the good things coming your way. I am proud to be part of the community 🙌 ❤💙💚💛
Your inspiration continues! I've been following along nearly the entire journey and am thankful for your family's impact on so many!
Thanks for the update! Sending love and blessings to you! ❤
Our pocket is now! Loving it. Kids are in their early 20s but so awesome to be around. We love adventuring with them as much as we can.
LOVE TO HEAR IT! "Pocket is now!" ❤💙💚💛
Our pocket is now. Our kids are 55 & 53 and our only grandkid is turning 21 next week. They are our good friends and we don't have to discipline them. Everyone is toilet trained.
So so proud and happy for you guys! ❤ I just love everything new that it’s coming your way! You deserve all the good things in the world. LOVE YOUUUU TO INFINITY AND BEYOND!!! ❤❤❤
So so exciting! So happy to be part of your company. Anytime you all cry, I cry!! Congratulations! What a perfect partnership with National Geographic! 🎉
4 years ago my husband and I struggled with how quarantine was changing our lives. We stumbled upon your account through the Crosby family actually, and I was instantly hooked. Watching your videos helped us through a very tough year. Greg and I have now watched so many of your adventures together. We cannot wait to start our family and bring them on these amazing adventures. Meeting you both was such an amazing moment for us and we are so honored to have had that opportunity. As Bucket List Studio investors, Bucket List Friends, and and Bucket List Family followers, we thank you for being you and including us 😍
Oh my goodness!! Congratulations!! What a perfect pairing! This is so exciting! Always love catching up on your family's adventures ❤
Congratulations!!! We so excited for this new adventure. Thank you for taking us along for the ride. Our family has been watching since 30 stays in 30 days!
This is so awesome! Congratulations on the partnership and all the good that came out of 2023! I have loved living vicariously through you since working with Jess at EFY so long ago. You are all amazing!
Congratulations to the Bucket List Family in securing your dream of Bucket List Studios in conjunction with National Geographic. I felt from the beginning of your efforts of creating this cartoon that Nat Geo would be a perfect fit. I am a 78 years old Nana with 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. What a beautiful legacy y’all have built for your children. I have been watching since 2018. 🎉🎉🎉
I've been watching for soo many years from the very beginning. And now I have a 5 year old and 3 year old, now watching too...they seriously look up to your family..honestly so much etiquette, sportsmanship and....so much more. Never ever stop please. I need my kids to grow up with you guys xx
Congratulations you guys! We are so proud of you and cheering you on every step of the way!!
Amazing news! Couldn’t be more excited to see how this continues to grow. Thank you for the incredible opportunity to be a part of it! ❤️💙💚💛
I've been watching for 8 years! Being on the journey with you all has made me so happy and inspired so many personal adventures. Starting my own family soon and you all are such an inspiration. I cant wait to continue to watch where life brings you all! Thanks for sharing!!
Thankful for both of your hearts in all you do for your family. Excited for the next chapter.
I have been watching since I was a teen in high school… I am now 26 years old!!!! I remember I would play your videos while I did my homework & when I flew for the 1st time I was so excited to kiss the plane like the kids used to do😭❤️ now don’t ask me how many times I caught myself crying because I lost count 😭💓 you guys are truly so inspirational, diamonds in the rough of the chaos of the entertainment industry. So genuine and true to yourselves, your kids, and your vision. Absolutely monumental, I hope you will always share your stories with us.
I can’t wait for something so positive to come out! Thank you!!! So excited for what you all create! Wish I could be more a part!! Good luck!!!❤❤❤
Congrats Bucket List Family! I have been following along since the beginning and am so happy for you. This is truly the perfect match!
Congratulations to the Gee family. The rest of the world will truly benefit from your greatness. Been watching your family since the beginning, I think. Love your content.
Congrats!! Thanks for sharing your journey with us, being such a great example of going after your dreams, and letting us be a part of your Bucket List Family!
This was one of the most moving videos i have ever seen. I started a company in 2004, and i wish i balanced my work life as beautifully as you both have. My wife and i almost cried ourselves watching your store because it brought back so many old memories setting around the kitchen table wondering how are we going to make this work and make everyone happy 😊 and still coach basketball, football, Golf and prepare for our board meeting 😮....Thank you for sharing your story we needed it... .. The Banks Family
Congratulations from the heart! I love what you do so much and wish you all the best for your new partnership!
So excited for you guys! 💓 I invested and have always 1000% believed in your vision! I knew you'd get here some day! Congratulations!!
to the Bucket List FAMILY, I have been watching your vlogs since the beginning. I love all of you guys. You are all my heroes. God bless you. Your friend, Dorothy
So happy for you guys!! Excited for the future with the studio as well. Following your family since early 2016. I’ve wondered what was happening with the project but knew you’d tell us investors when the time was right. Glad to be here for the long haul. ❤
This is the best news! Well worth the wait! National Geographic is going to get exponentially better! Who thought that was even possible. Very excited for this next adventure. Congrats!
This is so exciting! Such a great match! I have so much respect for the way you all do things as a family and in business ventures. So inspired by each of you! Thank you for the update!!😊❤️🙌🏼
Yay! I knew when the time was right, you wouldn't leave us hanging and give us an update. So happy for what the future holds for you all!
Our family has been watching for about 7 years. Dorothy, Manilla, and Cali have been very inspirational to our kids. They are always game to step outside their comfort zone and try new things whether it's new experiences or food. We feel that you are part of our family. We invested in BLS twice in both my name and my husband's name. We look forward to continuing our journey alongside yall and are excited for all the goodness to come. ❤💚💙💛
Started watching 2020, thank you so much for sharing and spreading joy. Me and my kids love watching and being inspired by your family ❤️
That is so amazing! So happy for what you have created not only for your family but also for the people that get inspiration from all that you do!! Keep up the awesomeness!
Congrats guys!!!! Happy for you!! You deserve it because of how hard you work and your passion to share with all of us. Excited!!
Been watching for years and years! So excited for this next chapter in your lives!
I’ve been tagging along the last 7 years and loved every video. Congrats on your new path! ❤️💙💚💛
This whole video has brought me so much joy, it's feels as if I can feel the little particles of energy bouncing around inside of me! The words in this little box cannot describe how proud I am of you guys, how excited I am for this wonderful success, and how moved I am by your entire journey. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing this with us, and I am thrilled to continue to be a part of this adventure with you guys! ❤️💙💚💛
I’m so thrilled for the family! I’ve loved you all from the first video I watched and this is going to be an epic partnership! Cheering you on all the way! 🎉
Oh I‘m so excited to be on this journey with you :) all the big news are so exciting! Thanks for sharing
eeeeeeeeeekkkkk so so so so sooooo amazing!! So much love for you all. Thank you for sharing your stories and gifts. The best is yet to come!!
Love everything about this update!!!! My family has been following you since Dorothy was tiny and have enjoyed your travels and watching your three grow. We named our sweet puppy after Manilla since he brings us as much joy as your family does. My daughter and I are both investors and have always had confidence in you!. Thank you for your passion and inspiration and know that what you do matters!!! We are in the journey with you for the long haul!
Super Congratulations.. Thank you for allowing us to follow your beautiful family through this journey. I've been watching since Cali was born🌟🌟
So sweet ❤️❤️ how exciting! And I'm totally with you with the meaning of 2023! 👏🏼 Yes! I cannot wait
I laughed along with you, I cried, I smiled, I cheered I clapped and most of all even though we don't know each other I felt proud of you all , big cheers from the U.K 👏👏🥇🥇🥇🇬🇧
So beyond excited for you all! Meeting you during the 30 days 30 stays was absolutely amazing and I have loved following your journey ever since! Can’t wait to see what is ahead for you and I’ll be watching! ❤️💙💚
As a gal who just loves the bucket list family and cries when I see the accomplishments of the big and little people I'm so excited for you and crying again. As one of those 30,000 people, I'm shouting from the rooftops...congratulations!!! Yaaaaaay!💙💛💚❤
Yessssssss! It's all being manifested. Congratulations to you guys - so so excited!!
Amazing Family❤️ Putting your Family First is ALL the Success you, and your family needs❤️ , the rest will fall into place in Gods Time🙏🏻
So happy and excited for The Bucket List Family!! Love your content.
I am so very happy for the next chapter! You're doing outstanding work and it pays off ❤️💙💚💛
THANK YOU! You've always been so kind and supportive. Everytime I see that yellow car profile pic i know it will be the sweetest comment! ❤💙💚💛
So absolutely over the moon for you guys!!!! I've loved being a part of your Bucket List Family for so long and I'm sending you all good, positive vibes!!!!!!
This story is so amazing! I am proud to be a part of chapter 2 and ongoing! ❤ 💙💚 I think National Geographics and the Bucket List Studio is a match made in heaven. 🤩 Congratulations on your hard work and success! And always family first, that’s wonderful. ❤️
So many tears!!! So happy you guys are in this world to share your inspiring story! ♥
What an amazing year your family had. The kids are thriving, your new company is on track and your marriage is solid. Congrats everyone. Hugs from Canada.
So excited for this! I been around for several years now - 30 Stays in 30 Days! ❤️ We are proud partners of the Bucket List Studios and love National Geographic and Disney and can’t wait to see this unfold! Love you guys!
Been watching since 2017! Sobbed when it got to the announcement! So incredibly proud of you guys! You’ve brought so much joy to me and my family and now that’s going to be magnified even more!!!!!
Happy Tears! 🎉 Congratulations on another HUGE accomplishment. ❤💙💚💛
its so heartwarming to see the honest emotions you always share
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Thank you Garrett for this exciting and emotional video...Congrats on your partnership! May you have continued success for many many many more years. I know your cartoons will be successful! I have no idea when I started following you/The Bucket List but it is at least a handful of years. Sending a big 🤗 from Montreal, Quebec, Canada! 🇨🇦 btw - I am a proud small amount investor in The Bucket List Family cartoon and I know it will be a hit! Love your whole family. 😍
Congratulations! What an exciting time ahead. I discovered you all through The Crosby Family visiting you all in Hawaii and read about you in the summer of 2020 . Your family brought so much happiness to me while i struggled during a stressful time. Thank you for brightening my days. I wish you all the best!
This was a roller coaster of a video - tears, chuckles, bated breath... You are the quintessential story-teller, Garrett. I had no doubt that your vision would be realised. I'm so pleased and proud to have invested in this effort and I offer my hearty congratulations to you all.
So happy for you! cannot wait for everything
I am so incredibly happy for all of you and proud to be a subscriber to all that you do. Can’t wait to learn more, so give us all the detail we love it. Congratulations family!
This is so awesome! I’ve been following you guys since it was you both and Dorothy. Not sure what year that was but I’ve enjoyed every episode It’s so awesome to see them each excelling in sports and creative spaces. Love that they are developing friendships that will last a lifetime! Can’t wait to see more trips and the incredible adventures you guys take. ✌🏽 and ❤
Bawling crying at each videos from the beginning! So excited for this and it’s so well deserved! When you have so much passion, talent, authenticity and best intentions, things come back to you! You’re so inspiring! I wish I had people like you in my entourage ❤
This entire video got me in my feels. So, incredibly thrilled to hear this phenomenal news! This new chapter is going to be awesome! Congrats!
I'm so incredibly excited for you all!! I've been watching for since 2017 and have loved seeing your family grow. It reminds me so much of my own childhood experiences with my family which makes it even more special. I'm so excited to continue following you throughout your new journey.
Your children are all growing up so fine! Thank you for all the hard work and the update, Garrett & thebucketlist family. 100% confidence in what ure doing!!! When you enjoy what ure doing, the results will show. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the opportunity to participate in ur start-up. Keep the videos coming. ❤❤❤
Congratulations!!!! I'm really happy for you guys! You deserve this opportunity! I can't wait to see where things go! 💜🙏🏾🙌🏾😊
You are amazing individuals and parents. You are raising such superb children. And a massive congratulations on your big news and I love the sneak peaks.
Congrats!! So exciting to see how much your hard work has paid off!
I am sooooooo happy for y’all! I am in tears! I am thrilled! I love y’all! I have been watching since Covid years. We found you when we desperately needed escape from the 4 walls and missed community and family. You all became our family and helped us greatly through that time and still inspire us now. Love from Texas! 🎉❤ Congratulations! Amy
YOU ARE THE MOST AWESOME FAMILY ON YOU TUBE. CONGRATULATIONS BUCKET LIST FAMILY. I am one of the original followers following you since since the beginning am am 78 years old watching you grow in so many directions above the ocean and below teaching your children ever thing in life they needed to know. . i am crying for joy along with you and you do deserve it all. You continue to tell your story and i will be here with you
Thanks for giving an update! I never had a doubt in you guys. Excited for the future! Proud to be an investor❤️
We joined you in August of 2016! My neighbor told me I had to check out this family on You Tube/Instagram who was traveling the world with their kids. And we are still here with you, congrats guys!!🎉
Congratulations guys, it's so well deserved.❤
Jess and Garrett you have seriously influenced my life in a major way in that in my discovery of your channel in early 2020 it helped me to realize what a family truly should and can be and you have exemplified this throughout the entire journey. Watching the love you had for each other and for each of your children helped me to know that my own family was irreversibility broken and beyond saving. I know that is probably difficult for you to hear but you should know it was for the good and I have now been able to move into what I would consider to be the best chapter of my life. Congratulations to your entire family on this momentous and amazing achievement! 🥰
This made me cry! So happy for you all, congratulations 🎉
Omgosh this is AMAZING! 💛 Congratulations & many blessings on this journey!! You guys truly make me feel that I too can do things like this with my family. I’ve been watching on and off for years now. Can’t wait to see the cartoon (s).
Wow! Thanks for the update as we knew it was worth the wait. Nat Geo is lucky to partner with your family. Such amazing work and family ethics!! I always shed a tear or two watching your videos!! Our current pocket is early 20’s and enjoying it whenever we can together!! Congratulations to your family!! ❤❤
This sounds awesome. So happy for an update and it sounds like the right step. So happy that it is happening! So glad I was able to invest. Looking forward to this next journey.