It's 2024, thirty years later, and we still remember and miss you, Pedro!
@guydreamr
2 жыл бұрын
Pedro died in November 1994, unfortunately it wouldn't be until the spring of 1996 when the medications which made HIV into a manageable condition would finally come out. A real tragedy he did not live to see that day, but the memory of a life well lived will remain in our hearts always 🙏
@djMateScenaWroclaw
9 жыл бұрын
I'm 40 now...i remember Pedro very well cause he showed me what is Aids...and i remember myself 21 Years ago crying like a child during this episode...when he passed away..Never forget you
@curtisdwright3401
4 жыл бұрын
I as well, he touched alot of people.
@gavin3598
2 жыл бұрын
I'm 39 now and was age 12 when this aired. I was in closet then, so naturally, I was drawn to Pedro's story. Watching this at 39 still breaks my heart. It brings back many emotions and feelings from that time in my life. Time flies as it doesn't feel that long ago.
@GR-le1ms
Жыл бұрын
No gay sex.
@brianquintana7
14 жыл бұрын
Thank you! He was a friend of 5 years. We miss him but his work lives on through all of us.
@manuelsaldivar01
7 жыл бұрын
The world needs to fall in love again with Pedro's story, he was so admirable, he turned his bad experience into a good one by helping to educate others, I'm pretty sure he saved many lives with his hard work, he was more worried about who was going to continue with his work than actually dying. Good bless you beautiful angel, you finally got to see your mom again. ❤️
@rileycoyote8275
Жыл бұрын
Nobody needs to "fall in love with his story again" what?!? He was a gay man who had unprotected sex and contracted HIV. He wasn't a hero, he wasn't some brave warrior. You people who can't see the reality are so brainwashed.
@louiseturner9811
Жыл бұрын
Amen to that.🙏🙏♥️♥️
@rickovery
5 жыл бұрын
Exactly 2 years and two weeks after Pedro died I received my own AIDS diagnosis. I remember watching his season of The Real World and thinking how brave he was to share his story with the world. RIP sweet soul.
@marquisemusings
3 жыл бұрын
Hope you're continuing to do well. God bless! 🙏
@rickovery
3 жыл бұрын
@@marquisemusings Thank you so much for your kind words. I am doing well.
@YIKESMF
3 жыл бұрын
@@rickovery amen
@guydreamr
2 жыл бұрын
Glad you're still here. As I recall, the game-changing medications came out in spring 1996. I remember it well, as I was in college at the time and was paying for my lunch in the school cafeteria at USC Columbia - I glanced down by the cashier and there emblazoned on the front page of the USA Today was a headline trumpeting the glorious news!
@rickovery
2 жыл бұрын
@@guydreamr You are right. The spring of 1996 was a godsend with the advent of the protease inhibitions and the HIV drug cocktail. I got my AIDS diagnosis later that same year in October and they definitely saved my life.
@rr7firefly
7 жыл бұрын
You get a very good idea of how wonderful Pedro was when you see how much those closest to him loved him. Judd Winick and Pam Ling, Rachel Campos and Mohammed Bilal -- they all spoke so beautifully about Pedro and their personal tributes moved me to tears. Friendships like theirs are a gift from God.
@marialisa6478
4 жыл бұрын
I was 14 when I saw this and I cried like a baby. I'm 39 now, and felt compelled to watch it again. I cried again as I watched it. I got to live to become a parent, make my dreams come true, and see the world evolve. He didn't. But one thing he did do-- he taught me more about a person living with AIDS than any textbook or lesson in a classroom ever did. He taught me not to be afraid of those living with AIDS. He taught me more about the gay community. He taught me that he was just a person-- like all of us-- and he had a heart larger than most people I have ever known. I know there is a special place in heaven for him. Rest with the angels, Pedro Zamora. ❤
@MrTizgo
8 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful soul ! I cried a lot watching this .. He was a fighter
@kimberlibowen3667
2 жыл бұрын
Pedro, you once shared that you worried about who would pick up the torch after you were gone -- no one had to. Your message and your impact continue reach us all almost 3 decades later. Though your time on earth was way too short, the seeds you planted continue to grow and your legacy perpetuates well beyond your years. You are resting now...but the work you did will never rest.
@OdinBartoli
6 жыл бұрын
I remember MTV having a Real World Marathon in 96 and I was sick in bed that day so I just started watching it and I totally fell in love with Pedro almost instantly. He was such a beautiful human being. I felt so good watching the whole series and felt 'warned' and alert. But then right after the season finale they showed this tribute and I just cried for hours it seemed. It's 22 years later now and I still remember almost everything about him. And to this day I still get emotional.
@marce_sfc
3 жыл бұрын
It’s 2021, Pedro, your legacy lives. I was 4 when his season came out and I literally remember tuning in with my older siblings because of his story and us being Latinos living in San Francisco. He’s left a beautiful impact here on earth. ✨
@drewrayg
3 жыл бұрын
Even after all these years I still remember Pedro. I thought he was so handsome and smart and kind. He was an amazing person and a great role model. Thank you for posting this.
@esais64
8 жыл бұрын
I'm totally straight.. but I think Pedro Zamora was a handsome guy.... my respects for his spirit's strength... RIP
@InFltSvc
7 жыл бұрын
esize Thank you for sayings that man! You are highly respected for it. This guy was put here for this cause, I truly believe that...
@brianquintana7
14 жыл бұрын
You are so right. He is not resting, but rather still living through all those he touched.
@jonjon5352
9 жыл бұрын
I wasn't even thought of or born when he died but I balled my eyes
@Cepillo-lk6fz
9 жыл бұрын
I was there when he passed away. Back then there wasn't much to help a person living with HIV. It was terrible! That'll could have been me, but thank God I am AIDS free and his age.
@heidirourke8954
9 жыл бұрын
Its sad but I miss seeing him on tv and I just want think of him being sick I don't think he want us fans friends and family to be sad . I just want him being happy with a smile and handsome. I miss him to and I think he's in a better place free of pain. I have his friends them losing him so young I lost friends really young to at ages seventeen, thirty six and twenty eight. Heidi Burns Rourke
@jacubtscorpio5084
5 жыл бұрын
olaide asilokun me neither
@erinlevere3976
7 жыл бұрын
This just brought me back to my childhood smh in tears 😢
@KDbreen1976
4 жыл бұрын
I like how Puck was left completely out of this
@deesee3622
3 жыл бұрын
Puck was a narcissist - he was jealous of Pedro - it was so obvious. Why would someone have any animosity towards someone like Pedro who was an activist - only a narcissist would! In an extra deleted scene it shows Pam reading about narcissistic personality disorder to the camera - I was like "ohhh so they did realize it!" I wish it made it on air!
@crissicasas2246
10 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful person. Its rare in life you find people like pedro zamora...rip el tenia una alma linda y maravillosa ...
@Wyoming_Ash
9 жыл бұрын
i would think it now being 2015 some of these comments are still being posted. THAT IS SAD .well ppl say some people NEVER learn .PEDROS life was a powerful message, I thank him for that
@georgegibbs33
9 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting this. I don't remember seeing this on TV, so it's somewhat of a closure for me. I watched every episode of The Real World, back when it still meant something and, like many young people, this was the first time I had actually seen someone who lived with HIV. It really had an impact in my life, and I remember becoming quite emotional when I learned of Pedro's passing. Like many who watched the show, I really felt like I got to know him and what a wonderful person he was.
@chrisjacobsen5558
4 жыл бұрын
I never met Pedro, but I can say he changed my life. Thank you for your activism and humanity. What a legacy and inspiration. 💕
@Rick27X
10 жыл бұрын
Pedro..You have not been forgotten.
@Cepillo-lk6fz
9 жыл бұрын
Amen!
@InFltSvc
7 жыл бұрын
Rick27X , He was put here to change all of our hearts, he was unique and strong, he was a fighter and I will always remember the show. In some ways he made that show, unfortunately, it took his life to make it so big as it was that I remember. He and so many others, will never be forgotten. You all have footage of him now and that is a blessing. Love each other with all your hearts, as sure enough today is here, tomorrow Is not promised.... that includes you puck!!
@robertu-voxPL
2 жыл бұрын
😍❤️🌈🇵🇱👍
@gavin3598
2 жыл бұрын
No, he has not. ❤
@marlonaragon4676
2 жыл бұрын
2022 july ❤️ pedro forevaaaa
@RachelDavis705
5 жыл бұрын
This is sad. After Pedro died, his friend Alex died just a couple years later, also from AIDS. Later, Sean died, from a rare cancer they think may have been related to his disease. Pedro seemed like a wonderful person. Only a year or so after his death, the cocktail was introduced that could raise CD4 T-cells.
@marquisemusings
3 жыл бұрын
Ugh that sucks...I think about him and Ryan White and so many others that was just shy of the drugs that could've prolonged their lives or ears their suffering. 😥
@rileycoyote8275
Жыл бұрын
@@marquisemusings Ryan White was a true victim of HIV. Pedro, not so much.
@ianward776
10 жыл бұрын
RIP Pedro Zamora and Sean Sasser
@deesee3622
3 жыл бұрын
and Alex
@datura1983
11 жыл бұрын
he was and is an angel and whether people recognize it or not, his work helped save millions of people from becoming infected with this disease and rather than focus on his health, he put his energy into helping everyone else. thats what an angel would do.
@teammmx
6 жыл бұрын
Pedro will never be forgotten. It's 2018 and we still honor how you graced this world
@allegrarivera5383
4 жыл бұрын
25 years later and I still think of him and the impact he made on this world. I hope he is back reunited with his mother and happy. ❤️
@melissaroldan7137
Жыл бұрын
2022, nearly 2023. Pedro, you are still remembered. ❤
@grouchooscar1
5 жыл бұрын
I work at a place where young men are sent to better themselves. Often a new person or group comes in & things can get a little hectic. During a program I spoke about my childhood & mentioned a story about our generation & MTV; Puck (no shoes & the peanut butter), Pam, Judd... Pedro is what the group of 30 or so listened so intently on. At first it was something that they were uncomfortable with & a few even teased that he was gay. Like Pedro I battled through it. I mentioned about the peace that he had for all & the love he had for Sean. Over the course of twenty minutes or so the group accepted Pedro. Questions led to more insight & we passed well over the 30 min. program. When they found out that Sean was blocked from seeing Pedro before his death because his family did not accept him, the connection with Pedro was made. They hurt for both Pedro & Sean agreeing that it was messed up. It did not matter that Pedro had already passed. They wanted to “meet” him. We found Pedro’ picture & put it up on the wall. Many professional people who come through don’t know Pedro, but our young men do and they’ll tell you.
@MrTizgo
8 жыл бұрын
I love you Pedro
@caroljones4511
9 жыл бұрын
Beautiful sweet Pedro love you my darling RIP.
@jerryg3524
9 жыл бұрын
what a great story, I missed all of it but thanks Brian Q and KZitem I can now be part of it. What a shame, that Pedro was someone very special. The speech in this video by his friend is very moving honest and sincere, what a shame thanks guys
@privateemail5870
9 жыл бұрын
what a beautiful soul, i can't stop crying. Being 22 right now and seeing this has made me want to protect myself more and be more careful about who i get intimate with, it's scary to think that nothing i would see on t.v has ever made me want to protect myself/value/appreciate life as much as pedro's story... seeing how much he loved life and would have given anything to be able to still be here makes me feel responsible for hearing his message and staying safe
@vinayakdevduttsamiranmajum3180
3 жыл бұрын
90s people and memories are just... 🌱🌱🙏🙏🙏😍😍😍🤗🤗🤗🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🌹🌹🌹🌹
@ladolcevita7793
5 жыл бұрын
We’ll never forget him, such an amazing man
@hermanlane9846
4 жыл бұрын
Still drawing from Pedro's spirit and strength decades later he taught me not about dying but how to live in the worst of times
@lspicer0924
6 жыл бұрын
What a phenomenal human being, Pedro your legacy lives on❤️
@edmilan1
12 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful, courageous human being. Pedro, may you rest in peace. Thank you for your example, kindness, and the best of you that you shared with the rest of us.
@randallporras6054
7 жыл бұрын
i remember watching the real world just to hear his voice and message. Thank you Pedro.
@lonniesmith440
Жыл бұрын
Thank you Pedro Zamora for every thing you did i will never ever forget you
@kitschcatch905
2 жыл бұрын
Back in those days, I was a teenager and felt so alone being gay. Pedro was an inspiration for me. Years later, I'm a married and acomplished adult but still remember him.
@lighteyes214
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this. I still think of Pedro and all the good he did in the world. It makes me sad that he left us so soon. 😢 I'm glad that Pedro is now with his mom and Sean in heaven.
@salaamakbar3630
5 жыл бұрын
RIP!!!! FLY HIGH PEDRO!!!
@OrangeBang74
11 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting this special. Given the events in the Supreme Court this week, and all the conversations now taking place about equality for everyone, I'm reminded of all the barriers Pedro broke through. He lived a commendable life.
@Bijourei
5 жыл бұрын
he was such a beautiful, intelligent person loved by so many. i was born after he died, but even I can see the tremendous impact he had. no, I can FEEL it...rest in peace.
@jacktyler9340
5 жыл бұрын
I was too young to know what was going on when his season aired I was like 3 or 4 but I've heard of Pedro throughout my life and his story is touching. I cried like a baby seeing him go out like that, I cried for all the years I've lived and experienced that he never got to. His story makes me appreciate life even more. Rest well handsome man. Your 22 years taught the world that HIV is closer to home than ppl thought
@larryhardy7928
5 жыл бұрын
man that just sucks pedro was here for a very short time he was here to educate the world ty pedro now we need to really listen and protect ourselves
@oomoonbeam
13 жыл бұрын
I'm crying watching this, still feel sad to this day....but remember all the funny lovely things about him too.........Much respect to his familyand friends x
@Mattmbr
14 жыл бұрын
Seems like only yesterday when I was watching Pedro on TV. Pedro's courage to stand up and speak out was amazing.
@kevinblackfrench
6 жыл бұрын
I love you Pedro and I will always till the end of my life. I ll never forget you...
@amymurphy933
6 жыл бұрын
Omg im crying, i remember this all so well. Lost my brother same way
@sarkylarky
10 жыл бұрын
Just one of those things that weren't meant to be: 'Time' was not on Pedro Zamora's side, the highly effective HAART medication cocktail was not available until a good, "good"(!), two years later, in 1996. Yeah, yes, I remember watching that scary brain virus eating away at his brain in "The Real World". But at least he didn't die at all alone: he sure as hell was more popular than, say, 'I' am 'now', not that anyone should ever go "bug-chasing" to gain any popularity... And, no, I'm not positive, nor gay, by the way, in case anyone out there is wondering. I'm just remembering how in 1994 AIDS was still a death sentence and how Zamora, sadly, was destined to be a poster boy for that. AIDS will always be a "black", or should I say 'dark', page in human history.
@amayer5388
2 жыл бұрын
I remember seeing him at school , this really saddens me, Rest In Peace Pedro
@lepetitpoulet
12 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for posting these. When I found out he had died all these years ago, I just cried and cried and I never forgot him since. I was 14 at the time and Pedro Zamora changed my life and he taught me so much even though I have never met him.
@Babybaby228
3 жыл бұрын
Rest in Peace Pedro 💖 Such a great documentary about some of your life.
@cadenmorse1024
2 жыл бұрын
Years after years and time after time, i still find myself coming back to his story
@kerryoke68
14 жыл бұрын
I remember watching the Real World that seaseon. I was so fascinated by Pedro's. He was so alive that even though I knew he had AIDS, it came as a shock when I heard he died. I remember when he apologized to that jerk Puck even though he was not wrong he said "I am sorry I lost my temper. I don't respect people who do that." It stayed with me because it was such a mature and insightful thing to say. The world lost a good person.May he rest in peace.
@kevincperu3
14 жыл бұрын
Wow he is sucha great guy. He did so much for what he belived for and went off till the end to it. He really is an insperation and has inspired me. he became one of my heros.
@ppcdnce2002
4 жыл бұрын
A great man, forever missed. 💔
@heidirourke2259
5 жыл бұрын
I miss him to the real world cast I know you miss him Pedros family I know you miss him every day
@FawnFawn28
11 жыл бұрын
I remember watching this as a teenager...what a brave young man.
@icu911woman
11 жыл бұрын
I applied to be on Pedro's season of the Real World but, unfortunately, didn't get "the call." I would've LOVED to have met Pedro and gotten to know him. His death shook me to my core. We were born on the same day. What a great person he was and still is. RIP, Pedro.
@tiffanynieto5418
3 жыл бұрын
2021. Gracias Pedro ❤️🏳️🌈
@elementalpuck
14 жыл бұрын
What a brave man. I can only hope to live my life as bravely as you did. RIP Pedro
@rileycoyote8275
Жыл бұрын
He had unprotected sex and contracted HIV, so brave , so stunning!
@EsotericOccultist
13 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful soul Pedro was.
@MikeManning-p8u
5 ай бұрын
Pedro and I are about the same age. He was scheduled to come to college campus to be a guest speaker about HIV/AIDS. I showed up to the auditorium to hear him speak and found out that the event was cancelled and he had passed away. It was so sad. I was looking forward to meeting him. He accomplished a lot during his short time on this earth. He touched a lot of young gay people during that time.
@chrissystewart6268
4 жыл бұрын
25 years since his passing Pedro touched so many lives the Pedro Zamora Foundation will continued. Let us all Keep his legacy alive. The Next generation We will educate the future ones about Pedro Zamora & HIV Positive. I'm glad to learn about Pedro Zamora. God bless the Zamora Family. R.I.P Pedro Zamora 1972 -1994
@rondobson1828
3 жыл бұрын
There are few examples as good as this show was, in that year, in telling such an incredible human story in as timely a way as they did. As moving today as it was 26 years ago.
@jamesjenner6725
4 жыл бұрын
Pedro was sweet smart and courageous
@rodherscher7155
6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this tribute to a nice man
@gibbs510
11 жыл бұрын
His beautiful eyes were the windows to his beautiful soul.
@brianquintana7
14 жыл бұрын
Very true, and very well stated. Glad he touched you so deeply.
@lansesteiner3563
9 ай бұрын
Wonderful human being. Wish I could had known him
@margaretriley9146
5 жыл бұрын
We Love Pedro...!!!! Hard To Believe That Next Month...It Will Be 25 Years Ago, That He Passed Away...!!!! 😪🙏💔
@tomickadepriest4724
Жыл бұрын
Never forgotten😍
@chicaahno41
6 жыл бұрын
We lost a good man. RIP Pedro
@jollybee515
6 жыл бұрын
I just learned about Pedro...my heart is breaking at this video :(
@sevadaj
13 жыл бұрын
R.I.P. Pedro, descanse en paz Pedro.
@socal1982
14 жыл бұрын
"Book of Days" (by Enya) is being played in the end of the clip. Very nice song!
@Babybaby228
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for mentioning this song. I love it and was looking for the title. Thank you. Rest in Peace Pedro 😔💖
@guydreamr
2 жыл бұрын
It is indeed. Honored to have it in my Spotify library.
@johnpinegar8027
3 жыл бұрын
We love you Pedro
@CoriAMalone
12 жыл бұрын
Pedro thanks for help bringing HIV/AIDS awareness to the forefront and being a great example of a gay role-model, a Latino role-model, a Generation X role model, and most likely an american role model. You will always be missed!
@jaimecruz8645
4 жыл бұрын
2020 and I still remember you pedro we miss you descanse en paz🙏
@petercord4300
5 жыл бұрын
I'm at the LGBT Center on Schrader and Hollywood on the third floor used to be called the Pedro Zamora Clinic
@heidirourke8954
9 жыл бұрын
Pedro Zamora didn't give up hope of trying to find a cure for Aids. I just want to remember him being friendly and having a smile A great friend Brother son roomate and cousin. Im sorry you had to go at such young age well your heaven in a better place a place free of pain watching over your friends and family Rip Piece Pedro Zamora Heidi Burns Rourke
@InFltSvc
7 жыл бұрын
Sadly his partner that he loved, was not allowed access to Pedro. this was how Pedro left us: On September 3, about three weeks after checking into St. Vincent's, Zamora was flown to Mercy Hospital in Miami, where his family could be close to him.[7][10] His family was not accepting of Sasser, however,[24] and because the PML gradually took away Zamora's ability to speak,[24][36] Zamora was too ill to explicitly communicate to them the importance of Sasser in his life. This led to confrontations between Sasser and the Zamoras, who told him that "Pedro did not need to have a lover anymore", and mostly excluded Sasser from Zamora during his final days.[24] When then-President Bill Clinton called Zamora to thank him for his work,[7] Zamora, according to Winick, expressed elation at the call and was able to respond,[36] though Mily Zamora states that whether her brother understood who was calling is unclear,[37] as the PML would eventually take away Zamora's ability to see, hear and speak entirely.[10] Clinton, along with a Zamora family friend named Alonso R. del Portillo, Attorney General Janet Reno, Secretary of Health and Human Services Donna Shalala, and Florida Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, reached an agreement with Cuba that would admit 20,000 Cubans per year. Zamora's three brothers and their families would be among the first and would arrive in the next couple of weeks, reuniting the family for the first time in 14 years.[10][36][37] On October 21, Winick announced to the press that MTV had set up a trust fund in order to pay for Zamora's medical costs, as Zamora had no medical insurance,[7][10][38] as he received Medicaid, but could not, due to his AIDS diagnosis, qualify for a private policy.[10] During the wait for the family members to arrive from Cuba, Zamora developed a high fever.[2] Wishing not to subject his family to a slow and prolonged death as had occurred with his mother, Zamora stated his wish not to be kept alive by artificial means. Hospitalized and unable to speak for almost a month, being fed intravenously, and becoming unresponsive, his family honored his wishes and withdrew life support, including medication, food and water. Surrounded by his family, Sasser, Escarano, Winick, and Ling, Zamora died at 4:40 a.m. EST on November 11, 1994, hours after the final episode of The Real World: San Francisco aired.[10][14][39] He was buried on November 13.[39]
@manuelsaldivar01
7 жыл бұрын
InFltSvc thanks for the info, where did you find it?
@cwatson42785
7 жыл бұрын
Midnight Boy Wikipedia. That's what it's from. just Google pedro zimura.
@ajones35
13 жыл бұрын
I think pedro would be happy with our progress so far with HIV treatment and prevention. :D
@tiffanysmith9097
4 жыл бұрын
Yes HE WOULD BE
@vinayakdevduttsamiranmajum3180
3 жыл бұрын
Will miss you forever
@Kylynn420
12 жыл бұрын
i was sad when he died nd i was only 12 even through the tv i felt his compassion for ppl nd i wished i would of met him cuz of my illness nt aids bt a debilitating disability i felt like he understood being different thats what also drew me closer to him
@jd7089
Жыл бұрын
****Im not gay but this really affects me because 34 and I have an Aunt who has HIV**** ‼️‼️ So much sadness in this world, but Pedro is lucky because he no longer has to deal with it.. ***i got one last thing to say is when a father cries over his sons death really get me emotional. In this current society men aren’t suppose for cry**** R.I.P PEDRO🙏🏽
@MrRays35
3 жыл бұрын
my favorite cast.pedro was an amazing person.even when he was sick he still worked his butt off.i learned alot about aids and that you dont need to be homosexual to get it.i was so closed minded and pedro opened my eyes.i think all of us in some way are connected to him.miss you pedro and will see you soon!i know youre making Heaven an awesome place!
@tristanmason7405
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome guy!
@LifeOfTheParty323
5 жыл бұрын
Beautiful.
@joshbecker9879
9 жыл бұрын
amazing guy! rip
@Tiziano18
11 жыл бұрын
i just found about him while watching old real world episodes and i respect all his work! by the time he died i was almost 4 its really sick how this world is getting now the real world is all about sex back then you could learn something
@xxjudasxxx
9 жыл бұрын
thanks for post this
@marcoferrari2599
4 жыл бұрын
Pedro zamora era un bravo ragazzo
@jmass592
5 жыл бұрын
May he Rest In Peace fly high Pedro
@davidrubtcov
Жыл бұрын
😢😢😢🥲🥲🥲🥲❤❤❤ Pedro we love you ❤
@bigzee456
11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. The recent death of his partner Sean Sasser who was also HIV+ brought me here.
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