‘I’m A Good Dad’: Influencer Garrett Gee Sparks Outrage After Throwing 7-Year-Old Son Off Cliff in Viral Video
LAKE POWELL, UTAH — Travel influencer Garrett Gee, known online as part of The Bucket List Family, has ignited fierce debate after sharing a video of himself throwing his 7-year-old son from a cliff into Lake Powell.
The Viral Video
The Instagram post, filmed by Gee’s wife Jessica, shows their son Callie standing at the cliff’s edge, visibly nervous. After hesitation, Gee suddenly lifts the boy and tosses him into the water below. The child lands safely and later smiles, but the clip quickly went viral, sparking concerns about parenting and child safety.
Public Backlash and Support
The video divided viewers. Some described Gee’s actions as reckless and potentially traumatic, while others defended him as teaching his son courage in a controlled setting. With more than 3 million Instagram followers, Gee’s content regularly features extreme family adventures.
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Gee Defends His Parenting
In his caption, Gee insisted safety was always his top priority:
“This is NOT parental advice. This is NOT something I advise you try… Each kid is different. For sure 1st priority is SAFETY. 2nd is learning YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS. 3rd is HAVE FUN.”
Gee explained that his son wanted to jump but lacked confidence, so he decided to throw him to prevent hesitation near the cliff edge. He compared it to a baby eagle being pushed from the nest to learn how to fly.
A Family of Adventurers
Garrett and Jessica Gee, based in Hawaii, travel the globe with their three children, documenting adventures that they frame as tools for building resilience and family bonds. The cliff-jumping moment was one of many challenges they’ve shared online.
Ongoing Debate Over Safety
Critics argue that Gee’s actions could have gone dangerously wrong, while supporters see it as a bold way of teaching bravery. The video has reignited discussions on social media responsibility, parental judgment, and the risks of turning family life into content.
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