by Kylie
Thespian / Writer
Hollywood often portrays characters with extraordinary bravery and selflessness, but sometimes the actors behind these roles exhibit genuine heroism off-screen.
Here are 14 inspiring examples of movie and TV stars who have performed heroic feats in real life:
Harrison Ford
Famous for his roles as Indiana Jones and Han Solo, Harrison Ford is also a real-life hero. An experienced pilot, Ford has participated in numerous search and rescue missions. In 2000, he used his helicopter to rescue a hiker suffering from dehydration in Wyoming. In 2015, he crash-landed a vintage plane on a golf course after the engine failed, minimizing injury to himself and others.