Robert Downey Jr., Tom Holland Promise Gifts to Boy Who Saved His Sister From Dog Attack

Robert Downey Jr. and Tom Holland have decided to join forces with the Avengers cast to support Bridger Walker. Bridger is a six-year-old who saved his younger sister from a dog attack.

Bridger’s aunt, Nicole Walker, caught the attention of the filmmakers. She contacted the filmmakers with information about the bravery of the little boy. The incident had gone viral on social media. Filmmaker Brandon Davis called the stunt one of the most fulfilling things they could do as he shared the clip of Bridger with his little sister.

Nicole shared an Instagram post about Bridger tagging the Avengers Cast. Bridger was bitten several times by a dog on his head and face. Even after being under attack, he held his sister’s hand and lead her away from the animal. Bridger’s aunt requested people to share the post as widely as possible so he could get some ‘words of encouragement from his favorite heroes.’

Walker has been documenting her conversations with Bridger and giving updates about him.

Chris Evans recently honored the little boy who saved his sister from being attacked by a dog. The actor sent him a sweet little message and vowed to send him the authentic shield of Captain America.

Evans plays the superhero in Marvel’s Avengers franchise. He recorded a clip for Bridger Walker, who saved his little sister. Bridger put himself between his sister and the dog, which got him injured. He had 90 stitches because of the injuries.

Robert And Tom Send in their Message

In the short clip by Evans, he said that he saw his story and what he did. He says he might have heard it a bunch of times and calls the boy a hero. The actor further said what he did was brave and selfless and that his sister is lucky to have him. He further said, ‘Your parents must be so proud of you.’

Footage of him seeing Evans give him the sweet message was posted on Twitter. He was wearing a Captain America costume while watching the video with his sister.

Robert Downey Jr. also recorded a message for Bridger. He called the kid a rockstar and addressed Evans sending him a shield. Robert further said that he has got something special for his birthday. He said, “I hear [Captain America] sent a shield your way. I’m going to do one better, you call me on your next birthday. I’ve got something special for you.”

Robert plays Iron Man in Marvel’s Avengers franchise. Tom Holland who playes Spiderman also reached out to Bridger. He talked to Bridger via a video call. The child was in a full spiderman costume.

Holland called him brave and said his sister is lucky to have him. He further invited Bridger to the filming of the next ‘Spider-man’ movie. Holland said, “We’re going to be shooting ‘Spider-Man 3’ and if you ever want to come to set and hang out and see the Spider-Man suit up close, you’re always welcome.”

Mark Ruffalo Appreciates Bridger

Avengers star, Mark Ruffalo gave a message after Anne Hathaway shared Bridger’s story on social media. She wrote she is not an Avenger but she knows a superhero when she sees one. The actress further says she hopes she is as brave in her life as he is in his.

Ruffalo replied to Nicole Walker’s post and wrote that he wanted to reach out after reading Bridger’s story. He further wrote, ‘People who put the wellbeing of others in front of themselves are the most heroic and thoughtful people I know. 

‘I truly respect and admire your courage and your heart. Real courage isn’t dominating people or fighting against people or walking around like a tough guy. Real courage is knowing what is right to do and doing it even when it might end up hurting you somehow.’

Walker revealed in her post that she had just visited Bridger. The little boy said, ‘If someone had to die, I thought it should be me’. She further gave updates saying his wounds are looking better and he is in great spirits.

‘He can’t smile too widely yet, but he was grinning as I read some of your comments to him,’ Walker mentioned. She also added that Bridger and his family feel no resentment towards the dog owners. Some people had asked Walker if there is a GoFundMe page for Bridger. But she instead suggested them to donate to military veteran groups. She asked to send photos of rocks to Bridger because he loves geology.   

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