What do Superman, Spiderman and Captain America have in common? They're heroes. A hero is anybody that you look up to. Heroes make things happen. They are kind, strong and brave. Who is your hero? A hero doesn't need to be famous - or rich. Or tall. Or wear a cape. Your hero might be one of your parents, a teacher, or a mentor. A hero is someone that inspires you to do better and be better. 2020 saw the rise of a new type of hero: medical professionals. Doctors, nurses, and medical staff are the heroes of the Covid-19 pandemic. Their efforts to curb the spread of the deadly virus have saved many millions of lives around the world. This year, celebrate National Hero Day by giving your hero a shout out on social media with #HeroDay. Be a hero this National Hero Day.

You can celebrate your hero on October 8th this year for National Hero Day.

While we don't know who founded National Hero Day, it became a part of the national day calendar in 2020 to celebrate the real-life heroes who inspire us.