A lot of people reading this know Clint Miller, and know that he is in a brutal battle with testicular cancer.
If you don’t know Clint, you’re missing out on knowing a world-class human being.
The Clint Miller Prayer/Support Board on Facebook has been filled with close to 1,200 posts from friends, and countless more comments and “likes” ”“ all expressing hope and support for Clint and his family as they go through some really rough times.
Earlier today Clint posted and Tweeted that he would love to meet Lance Armstrong. Swiftly, many of Clint’s supporters began messaging Lance Armstrong, who as you know also fought testicular cancer, beat it, and went on to win the Tour de France seven times. Meeting Lance is the ultimate goal, but how cool would it be if Lance would take a second out of his ridiculously busy day to send Clint a message. Maybe a Tweet that just said “hang in there”?
Instead he did this:
Here is the video:
Lance Armstrong is a class act.
What you have here is a demonstration of the potential of Twitter and social media to do good things. Sure, it’s just a 24 second video, but Lance didn’t have to do this. Given what Lance went through in his own battle against this insidious disease, I suspect he knows more than most of us just what this message means to Clint. I don’t know if Lance knows what this meant to Clint’s friends, but I can assure you it means a great deal to us too.
I’ve been a long-time Lance Armstrong fan from his days prior to his victories in France. He’s been maligned in the press as one who uses performance enhancing drugs. Please, spare me the arguments. The man is the most drug tested human in all of recorded history, and he’s passed every. single. test. Yeah, he was a freaking animal on the bike, but that came from some God-given talent and an insane work ethic ”“ and he applies that work ethic now to helping eradicate cancer via his LIVESTRONG foundation
Yes, Twitter and social media can at times seem stupid, pointless and a waste of energy. But when these mediums can bring together two complete strangers, connected by an awful disease, one who’s been there and another going through it, then that is a pretty amazing thing.
It’s powerful stuff.
And it sure is nice to see that a world-class athlete and philanthropist can take a few moments to make someone’s day.
Thank you Lance Armstrong. And God bless you Clint Miller. Keep fighting the fight, and live strong my friend.
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Quite awesome.
This is unreal and we all know Clint is jumping over the moon right now.
Oh wow! Totally cool! Way to go Lance Armstrong!!
Wow Jay, what a great video. I’m going to pass this along for two reasons. 1. It shows the speed of twitter. 2. it confirms that Lance Armstrong is a stud.
Cancer sucks. My mom died of breast cancer 3 years ago. She she had a positive attitude and fought hard all the way. I dont know Clint personally but my heart goes out to him and his family. Seeing the video Lance did for Clint moved me to tears. The power of social media is amazing.
FANTASTIC! Good to see you out and about, Clint and thanks Lance for a decades long tradition of kicking so much ass! 🙂
That is great. That beats the form letter “Michael Knight” sent me in 5th grade. 🙂
Intense. Great post. Thank you, Jay.
An example of technology being used to do what it is suppose to do. This is the proper way to use the tool. Both Lance and Clint are class acts.
The world is smaller than we can even imagine.
*TEARS* oh man.
who said Twitter was stupid? Please clarify…because the ‘mob’ will go there…and GET THEM!
Amazing, something so simple as engaging for real can be so inspiring and offer so much hope. Thanks for sharing, Jay! Live Strong, indeed.
LOL @Stephen FTW
I’m hesitant to weigh in…is it okay to Love something?
If anyone deserved this encouragement, it’s our @TheRealClint. And the power of a network to create a true bond of friendship with him,and then get this done FOR him, is just awe inspiring.
Amazing. Does anyone have an update on how Clint is actually doing? Is he though chemo yet?
I love it when celebs actually do something selfless.
That is pretty cool and it will be really cool when Clint kicks this cancers ass. I hope Clint gets well soon.
Wow! How very cool is that! Love @Lance Armstrong!!
Twitter makes the world a smaller place
Jay, met Kelly Mitchell @HawaiiRealty on Twitter last year, had cocktails with her when in Diamond Head, sent her a referral 3 weeks ago, got news yesterday she has already sold the penthouse at Harbor Court. She’s dy-no-mite!!!! Without Twitter there would be no sale…
That is pretty awesome. Amazing how everyone now is so connected. Just have to watch what you are saying though. 🙂
How awesome is that! It shows how powerful social media can be and is a true testament to the type of person Lance Armstrong is. You and your family are in my prayers Clint!
The power of Social Media is amazing; these are the kind of stories that demonstrate how effective it can be. Clint Miller is a fighter and Lance Armstrong shows the race can be won! You’re both a class act!
Ahh…the power of social media! You’ve gotta love it!
I have a ton of respect for Lance Armstrong for doing this video. It’s amazing how this 24 second video has the power to positively affects so many people.
I don’t know Clint. But that was cool. I hope it made him smile.
This is awesome, what a classy guy Lance Armstrong is. So many celebrities are arrogant and selfish. Not this guy.
Man, that was classy of Lance Armstrong. For all the times we question social media, something like this comes along and proves its impact and value. Clint, Godspeed, buddy!
That’s really awesome Lance Armstrong took the time to send a personal message like that!
I do not follow Lance too much…but I know if Oprah sent me a 24 second shout out then would be calling all my friends spreading the news…and that is what Clint needs is good news. In the end I have more appreciation for Lance… because he took the time to speak to Clint
I have not followed Lance but since he sent Clint a message I now have more appreciation for him.
I’ve been a fan of both Lance and Clint for a number of years now. Both Class Acts in their respective fields.
This story gave me goosebumps. So much more respect for Lance as a result of this….and I’m hoping it had a great and positive effect on Clint.
It never ceases to amaze me the power that the internet has to bring people together and make otherwise impossible goals become reality. I can’t hardly remember how life was and how we got through each day when the internet didn’t exist and couldn’t imagine not having it now. Connecting is power…
Much luck to Clint and respect for Armstrong for his gesture
A true inspiration, thanks Jay!
He’s a an amazing guy, this really puts things into perspective.
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Wow, yet another reason to really support Lance and livestrong! Clint, I hope like hell you and Lance get to hook up and have that bike ride and beer. Keep fighting buddy!
I had the pleasure of speaking with Lance one time and I always thought he was a class act… Social media does have power and I bet Clint is now a true believer. My best to you Clint!
Intense this would have been a great morale booster for the guy, can you imagine getting a message from a hero like him, Awesome!
Wow, that is awesome, thanks for posting Jay!
Awesome! It’s nice to know there are still a lot of caring and unselfish people out there especially for a celebrity! Very cool!!