By Jackie Salo NEW YORK POST
“Captain America” star Chris Evans hailed a 6-year-old Wyoming boy who saved his sister from a dog attack as a real-life superhero — praising his fantastic feat this week as “so brave.”
Evans sent a video message to Bridger Walker, who jumped in front of a German shepherd last week when it charged at his 4-year-old sister, CNN reported.
Bridger suffered severe bite wounds that required about 90 stitches, but was able to grab his sister’s hand and bring her to safety.
“Pal, you’re a hero, 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,” Evans said in a message, which was shared by Bridger’s aunt.
He said he’d send Bridger, who is a huge superhero fan, “an authentic Captain America shield — because pal, you deserve it.”
The battered boy, who can’t smile yet because of his injuries, was transfixed as he watched the recording, perking up with every word.
“Keep being the man you are, we need people like you,” Evans said. “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.”
Evans wasn’t the only star moved by Bridger’s heroic actions.
Mark Ruffalo (who has played the Hulk), Tom Holland (Spider-Man) and Hugh Jackman (Wolverine) have all reached out to the young fan as he recovers from the brutal attack, the family said.
