Heroes aren't just in movies! 10 celebrities who saved lives in real life

Gerard Butler

They say good deeds are not meant to be advertised, but Gerard Butler is not shy about talking about his heroic act. During the promotional campaign for the movie Geostorm, the actor recalled how he once risked his life to save a boy who was being dragged into the watery abyss. Without hesitation, he rushed to help but underestimated the danger and nearly drowned himself.

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Fortunately, it all ended well: Butler pulled the child to shore and took him to the hotel, where doctors provided the necessary help. For his brave act, the actor was awarded the Courage medal, which he is rightfully proud of.

Clint Eastwood

Everyone knows this actor as the desperate hero of westerns, particularly popular in the mid-20th century. Today, Clint Eastwood is over 90, but he continues his career, comfortably sitting in the director's chair.

In his old age, he even had the chance to save a person from certain death - an incident that deserves attention.

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During a banquet, one of the guests choked on food and found himself in a critical situation. Fortunately, Eastwood was nearby and had learned first aid in his youth. The actor quickly reacted, applied the necessary skills, and helped the man breathe again.

Tom Cruise

This guy can hardly be called an angel - he is known for his eccentric behavior off-screen and has many controversial actions behind him. However, once, Tom Cruise could not stay indifferent to a woman who had been hit by a car.

The actor stayed with the victim until medics arrived, comforting her and talking to keep her conscious, and then even went to the hospital to ensure that she was okay.

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Later, it was revealed that the woman did not have medical insurance. Without hesitation, Cruise paid for her treatment, donating a significant sum so she could receive the best care. This is truly an act worthy of a hero to millions.

Brad Pitt

It should be noted that Brad Pitt is not only an insanely popular actor but also a person with a big heart. He has repeatedly saved people from danger, always finding himself in the right place at the right time.

Once, he literally pulled a little girl from a crowd of fans who, eager to see their idol, did not notice the child who was at risk of being trampled.

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Another time, he was walking on the street when he noticed a woman who was not paying attention to traffic and did not see a car speeding toward her. The actor immediately reacted, pushed her aside, and the car passed within centimeters. Perhaps it was this reaction that saved her life.

Hugh Jackman

This famous actor had to save his own son, who, along with his friends, was nearly taken by the current in the ocean. First, Jackman focused on saving his loved one and then returned for the other boys, saving their lives. Hugh faced a tough choice - whom to save first - and we cannot blame him for taking care of his son first.

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Hugh Jackman did not receive official recognition for his act, but he gained much more than certificates and medals. To his son, he will always be a hero, and that status is truly priceless.

Vin Diesel

At first glance, Diesel may seem too pretentious and mainstream as an actor for a role in an action movie. However, he proved his courage when circumstances required it. He could not ignore a broken car involved in a serious accident.

Shot from Fast & Furious 7

Inside the car were a father and two children who could not get out on their own. Diesel rushed to help and managed to pull the family from the car just in time - a few minutes later, the car exploded.

Harrison Ford

Our beloved Indiana Jones and Han Solo are always ready to do a good deed. One of their great passions is aviation, and that helps Harrison Ford volunteer when people go missing nearby.

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Ford often travels in his own plane, and he has repeatedly saved tourists who got into trouble - some got lost, others were injured and could not continue their journey on their own. Even at an older age, Ford can not leave those in need behind - it is his heart that guides him.

Kate Winslet

In our selection, there is also room for the stunning and incredibly charming actress Kate Winslet. She had to save an elderly man - the mother of her friend, on whose private island the Titanic star was spending her leisure time. During a social reception, a thunderstorm began, lightning struck the house where the guests were, and a fire started.

Shot from The Holiday

Kate did not hesitate and thought first of all about the elderly mother of her friend, who was struggling to orient herself quickly in the situation. As a result, the woman was saved, and the actress earned the respect and admiration of her fans.

Johnny Depp

Today, the actor's reputation is ambiguous - he often gets into trouble and does not always act like a "good guy." However, once, his love for adventure helped save a girl who was being attacked by local thugs.

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That day, the actor was under the influence of alcohol and decided to start a fight, which also involved his friends. This gave the girl the chance to escape, and soon, the police separated the agitated men.

Matthew McConaughey

On-screen, the actor does not always appear as a brave hero, but in real life, it is quite the opposite. As it turned out, Matthew not only knows how to act on camera but also has first aid skills. One time, during a screening, an emergency occurred - one of the viewers felt ill.

Matthew McConaughey (Photo: Wikipedia)

The people around did not dare to act and only asked to call medics. However, McConaughey did not hesitate - he performed CPR, stabilized the injured person's neck, and checked the pulse to pass on the necessary information to the doctors. His calmness and decisiveness are truly admirable.