American superheroes from Captain America to Iron Man, Thor and Spiderman have praised in recent days the bravery of a six-year-old boy who was maimed in the face after he intervened to protect his sister from a dog.
"You are a hero," said Chris Evans, who plays Captain America in the "Avengers" movie series that little boy loves. Your sister is very courageous. Your sister is lucky to be your older brother. Your parents must be very proud of you. "
On 6 July, Bridger Walker, 6, stood in the face of a German Shepherd dog that was preparing to attack his four-year-old sister.
The dog bitten him in his cheek, and he underwent an emergency surgery by a plastic surgeon with 90 stitches.
His parents confirmed that he then told them: "If someone must die, it must be me."
His story spread like wildfire on American social media, and many celebrities responded to the call made by a relative of the child via "Instagram" to send messages of support to him.
Actor Robert Downey Jr., who plays the supernatural Applebell, promised Iron Man, Bridger, "a special thing" for his upcoming birthday.
Chris Hemsworth, who portrayed Thor in several films from the world of "Marvel", praised the boy´s "unspeakable bravery." "I impressed all of us. I know that you are a fan of Avengers and it is a pleasure for me and all my colleagues to prepare you among our team," he said.
