Faithwire
  • Watch
  • Go!
  • Podcasts
  • Newsletter
  • Contact Us
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • News
  • Politics
  • Coronavirus Updates
  • Faith
  • Opinion
  • Christmas
  • Set Free Course

‘Captain America’ Talks to Wyoming Boy Mauled by Dog Saving Baby Sister: ‘Pal, You’re a Hero’

Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Share Tweet
By Tré Goins-Phillips
Editor

July 16, 2020

“Captain America” star Chris Evans joined the ranks of those praising the 6-year-old Wyoming boy who suffered 90 stitches after stepping in front of his little sister to save her from a charging dog.

The 39-year-old Evans, who has retired from his role in the “Avengers” films, called Bridger Walker “a hero” for standing between his 4-year-old sister and a German shepherd mix, CNN reported.

“Pal, you’re a hero,” said Evans, according to a video posted by Bridger’s aunt Nicole. “What you did was so brave, so selfless. Your sister is so lucky to have you as a big brother. Your parents must be so proud of you.”

View this post on Instagram

There are no words. We are so, so thankful.

A post shared by Nikki Walker (@nicolenoelwalker) on Jul 15, 2020 at 4:36pm PDT

The Marvel Cinematic Universe actor told Bridger, a huge “Avengers” fan, that he plans to mail him “an authentic ‘Captain America’ shield, because, pal, you deserve it.”

“Keep being the man you are,” Evans added. “We need people like you. Hang in there. I know recovery might be tough, but based on what I’ve seen, I don’t think there’s much that can slow you down.”

Bridger has also heard from “Hulk” star Mark Ruffalo, “Spider-Man” star Tom Holland, and “Wolverine” star Hugh Jackman.

“Ocean’s 8” star Anne Hathaway also praised Bridger in an Instagram post.

View this post on Instagram

I’m not an Avenger, but I know a superhero when I see one. I can only hope I’m half as brave in my life as you are in yours, Bridger. Wishing you an easeful recovery, and many cool looking rocks. ⁣ ⁣ Hey @markruffalo, do you need a teammate?? ⁣ ⁣⁣ Via @blackculturenews_ & @nicolenoelwalker

A post shared by Anne Hathaway (@annehathaway) on Jul 14, 2020 at 8:42pm PDT

“I’m not an Avenger,” she wrote, “but I know a superhero when I see one. I can only hope I’m half as brave in my life as you are in yours, Bridger.”

You can read more about the original harrowing story here.

Latest

  • Entertainment

    ‘You Simply Changed My Life’: Steve Harvey Pens Heartfelt Love Letter to Wife Citing ‘God’s Grace’ and His Journey Overcoming Homelessness

  • Faith

    URGENT PRAYER: Wife of Pastor Detained in China Has a Plea for the Global Church: ‘May the Lord Be Glorified…’

  • Culture

    ‘Honor Them For Their Great Sacrifice’: Chris Pratt Praises Men and Women in Uniform After WWII Veterans Surprise Him at Hollywood Premiere

  • News

    As Pro-Lifers Cheer End of Roe, Democrats Lament SCOTUS Overturning ‘Right’ to Kill the Unborn: ‘One of the Darkest Days Our Country Has Ever Seen’

  • News

    ROE NO MORE: Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade: States Can Ban Abortion


Navigation

  • Watch
  • Go!
  • Podcasts
  • Newsletter
  • Contact Us
  • Staff
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service

Follow Us

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • Instagram

Subscribe to the Newsletter

Sign up to get our newsletter your inbox every day.

Newsletter Signup

Do you want to read
more articles like this?