Celebrity gossip permeates news coverage these days, so it’s nice when we can report on something positive about ever-present media stars.
Take, for instance, Taylor Swift. Instead of rumors swirling about a new boyfriend, news following Swift this week centered on the care she showed when she gave a young fan $50,000 for her battle against cancer.
Johnny Depp took time out from filming and, dressed up as Jack Sparrow, visited sick children in an Australian hospital .
But it’s not just celebrities who stepped up to the plate this week. People all over the U.S. help their communities in one way or another every day; and even if their service isn’t recognized globally, it doesn’t mean the families involved appreciate it any less.
So here’s a roundup of inspiring stories and videos of celebrities and lesser-known heroes serving others.
Man saves 8-year-old sister-in-law from drowning, police say
The Clean Cut: Taylor Swift donates $50,000 to 11-year-old fan battling cancer
Officer being called a hero for saving Salt Lake woman carjacked and kidnapped
The Clean Cut: Dressed as Jack Sparrow, Johnny Depp visits children in Australian hospital
Sisters rescued in Wyoming woods relied on faith, experience
Editor's note: What went right is a new series that gathers together the positive news of the week for an uplifting read. Click here to read last week's story.