The story behind viral video of son dancing with mom who has ALS at wedding l GMA

You may have seen this video of Zak Poirier dancing with his mom, Kathy, who has ALS. It's a moment she dreamed of during her most challenging days battling the fatal disease.

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[chellm]

She raised her boys so well. You can just feel the love and care for their mom. This is so heartwarming ❤️

[Shadowwolf]

This 60 yr old man is crying. You have such a beautiful family. God bless you all.

[indivee]

Wow, I’m not a crier, but as soon as those men lifted their mother up, the tears wouldn’t stop flowing!!! What a beautiful moment.

[kepckatherinec]

Kathy, if anyone at the wedding reception stared at you, it was because they were in awe of your beauty and strength, and the love you share with your sons. 💐💖

[zackd]

Made me think of my mother. A grown man is always his mother's baby no matter what. You can see him become her baby while holding her. It's sad to know that ALS will take her life, but she definitely has a great outlook on life.

[leonietrezise]

I don't cry easy but I did seeing this. Such love and devotion ❤️🇦🇺

[v-elder]

One of the most touching moments I've ever seen in my life.

[edialeiyobo]

Thank boys for loving our mother even in her most difficult times, this is priceless, i could not stop tears from my eyes

[sandramorey]

A few years ago our vibrant neighbor was diagnosed with ALS. We watched as he deteriorated, but for us the hardest part was watching his wife of 40 years desperately trying to get help and to learn how to help and support him. She is now a support person for others with ALS. Kathy is not only still beautiful, but her intelligence shines through this. It hits the young. Her sons are remarkable and I want to thank them for posting this video. Kathy, I love your dress. You look great in it. I hope they can find a way to make this disease chronic instead of terminal.

[Gonefisin]

Damn, you know how to bring a 63-year-old man to tears. A well-raised son and a loving and deserving mother.

[wendyodell]

The amount of strength she has is remarkable. She's such an inspiration!

[reneechristopher]

She's very fortunate to have a supportive family. ❤😊

[twiggyb]

This woman is so strong, courageous and beautiful. Her family is her strength and is why she can handle this process. When you are surrounded by a loving family, the hurdles are worth fighting to overcome. Your message gave myself and others, ALS is a terrible disease and to be made aware of the early signs. I wish you comfortable days and your family the strength to carry on your love in their hearts.

[chu]

She’s so beautiful with a beautiful kind heart, she raised her sons so well and the love and care she provided for them is so wonderful she is so beautiful honestly.

[yorobut]

Never underestimate the love of a son to a mother ❤❤

[NaturalMonty]

So beautiful, brought tears to me. Yes this mother raised good compassionate human beings!!

[hixxyted]

Why do I watch these I just end up crying my eyes out!!

[neverbetter]

She had her moment and showed ALS.
On that day, it didn't win. She was a determined mom whose courage was reflected in the wonderful sons she raised. God bless them all.

[ninal]

OK who else is bawling your eyes out this is so beautiful

[MrBeckster]

What a beautiful mom and what a heartwarming gesture from her beautiful sons.