CNN Hero of the Year makes surprise announcement

Dr. Kwane Stewart - a veterinarian whose nonprofit, Project Street Vet, provides medical care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness - is the 2023 CNN Hero of the Year.
Online voters selected him from among this year’s Top 10 CNN Heroes.
Learn more about all the CNN Heroes here www.cnn.com/world/heroes
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Learn more about all of the CNN Heroes here www.cnn.com/world/heroes

[@cnnothingburgerletsgobrand6381]

*Hard Pass.*

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*-REAL-** NEWS*

[@Dan-ud8hz]

“A man’s character is most evident by how he treats those who are not in a position either to retaliate or reciprocate.” ― Paul Eldridge

[@Dan-ud8hz]

@@cnnothingburgerletsgobrand6381 We'd pity you but you'd only continue to resent and blame everyone for the problems you continue to bring upon yourself.

[@kaah8735]

Islam is the most beautiful thing in the world

[@MrCabimero]

Best acceptance speech I have ever heard. That man exudes kindness,humility and class. We should aspire to be more like him.

[@waltwenzel9549]

They gave the award to the right guy.

[@dinsdaleseven1627]

Wow. What a great man. Good job CNN.

[@Dan-ud8hz]

“A man’s character is most evident by how he treats those who are not in a position either to retaliate or reciprocate.” ― Paul Eldridge

[@hardcastle4419]

Even awards have become woke

[@hardcastle4419]

​@@kaah8735tell that to females

[@dsmarty6395]

@@hardcastle4419Wake up and define “woke”. . . No, not your stolen acculturated appropriated version The phrase “stay woke” has been present in AAVE since the 1930s. In some contexts, it referred to an awareness of social and political issues affecting African Americans. The phrase was uttered in recordings from the mid-20th century by Lead Belly and to present day.

[@mickeymoffett8245]

Hallelujah!

[@johndowner2196]

The most generous to others are those who have less ❤

[@frankwalters2239]

A humanitarian to the bone.Thank you Sir for your life of kindness.

[@aneesackbarali5149]

Calling Dr. Stewart a hero is an understatement, this man is a superhero! God bless you and your family ❤😢🙏

[@musicsavedme]

Wow! What a great man. As a animal lover, the fact that a veterinarian was chosen makes my heart happy. And that story he told about the man experiencing homelessness making sure his dog had good even when he didn't definitely made me cry.

[@a.wilcox5690]

What a good, good man. We need a president like him. Someone with a strong sense of humanity.

[@hammill444]

We have one

[@BradSD25]

I give you….. Donald Jay Trump

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@@BradSD25u r a hater

[@nsofinibime3575]

Good people still exist. There is hope for mankind ❤❤❤

[@Luke-qy8id]

I didn't expect to start my day crying. What a beautiful human being! ❤

[@cindyhurzeler3885]

When you're down on your luck and it seems like the world has abandoned you, sometimes it's the unwavering love of a dog that keeps you going. Taking care of pets is taking care of people. ❤

[@ebrandt64]

I needed to see that. With all of the negativity and lack of empathy that we see it’s important to remind ourselves of the unsung people who daily give of themselves to better others. Thank you CNN

[@user-ex6pn4vx6q]

I love this guy. I hear a lot about homeless people, but not animals😢

[@stephanienoe9854]

Well deserved Dr Kwane. Kudos for all you do!

[@Sharibaby80]

Wow! Tears! Inspiration! They picked a real one ❤

[@plantmomma77]

What a good man... he totally deserves it!

[@bermudagirl5039]

It looks to me they made the perfect choice for Hero of the Year - bravo to you kind and most generous sir!

[@jacquelyneyawa5800]

I am so blessed watching him give his speech. An act of kindness can change a day. #BeKind

[@suzannerhinehart5845]

Words can not explain what I saw tonight. Blessings to all the honorees.

[@suwasit]

What a beautiful soul & kind hearted man. You moved me & inspired me to be a better person.

[@Aroyaldmd]

What a terrific person. This is what we all can aspire too.

[@bremencookie]

Oh my- I didn’t expect to cry. What a beautiful human being!

[@Th3Think3r]

Great acceptance speech and great group of people. This award and those people are worth celebrating.

[@TransKidsMafia]

His surprise announcement was coming out as trans

[@DarthSailorMoo]

@@TransKidsMafia WTF is wrong with your cult?

[@heathwirt8919]

@@TransKidsMafia That would make him your hero, sorry but it's not true.

[@danwright1794]

@th. We all know that Dylan Mulvaney is ‘hero of the year ‘. Her work at Budweiser has engendered Ultra Rite Beer . Kudos , Dylan !! Keep it up

[@kaah8735]

Islam is the most beautiful thing in the world

[@Unbound-Phoenix]

The little story he told about the guy, the sandwich and his dog moved me to tears- more so because it did the same for him.Instant empathetic understanding, all about heart and love: remember when that used to matter ? Thanks to him for that story and his work ❤

[@lindacollier593]

What a kind & gracious man! He appears to be full of humility & love. Boy could we use more of that right now!!!

[@gardy4390]

We should have a lot more people like him in this world 🌎. What a human being . Thank you Dr. Stewart for your love and care of Animals.

[@juliewick]

Wow. THIS was something special. Congratulations, Dr. Stewart, you truly are a hero. ❤

[@jlvandat69]

WOW......I am speechless. Huge congratulations to Dr. Stewart and all the finalists. Outstanding group. And thank you, CNN, for being a very positive force during these incredibly difficult times. 👍👍👍👍💪💪💪💪🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Bryankips]

Free Palestine ❤ 💪

[@SheilaR.08]

​@@BryankipsYes! Peace is the only way forward, for everyone. 💜

[@debbieb4831]

What a beautiful and loving human being! I am so honored to listen to your speech, I wish there were a lot more people like this gentleman. Kindness goes a long way!❤

[@hardcastle4419]

Even awards have become woke

[@debbieb4831]

How sad, are you a bot that’s your five words to the five o checked. You should find something more constructive to do and do it with kindness!

[@lynemac2539]

I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that you're a loyal energumen of the racist sex offender who eye-balled his own daughter since she was a child, bankrupted several businesses including a casino or three, stole military secrets and spread them all around which may have implications for the current conflicts abroad, suggested suspending the Constitution, simultaneously bragged lied about it all because he's such a stable genius and a Legitimate Person.

[@isentropic8279]

@@hardcastle4419yes. Isn’t woke beautiful❤

[@rose-maries7131]

​@@hardcastle4419 I'm genuinely curious! PLEASE enlighten me : what in this clip was "woke" to you..? What was it that you disliked? That a veterinarian bought a sandwich to a customer who hadn't eaten in two days? Was that "woke"..? Or was it that the vet got moved when he saw that the man who hadn't eaten in two days gave most of the sandwich to his dog..? Was THAT the "woke" part..? Or was it the way the veterinarian ended his speach with talking about the importance of humanity and kindness..? Was that "woke" to you? And if so - how can these things be BAD.....? I really don't get it! Is it woke in a bad way to CARE about other people....? PLEASE give me feedback on this!

[@andyroo9381]

A generous man. I'm teared up.

[@hardcastle4419]

Even awards have become woke

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@@hardcastle4419 try getting nominated for the sleeping-hero award

[@DippyHippie]

@@hardcastle4419I have a mug that says “I’d rather be WOKE than be a fuckin twat!”😂

[@hardcastle4419]

@@DippyHippie the woke are worse the fen idiots

[@lorengaffin4469]

Heartwarming speech! My daughter is also a veterinarian and I will share this with her today.❤❤❤

[@hardcastle4419]

Don't worry CNN Will be trashing Trump soon enough.

[@mannyvalencia6418]

What an amazing speech and Human Being!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🥺🥺

[@mikem3789]

Sweetness Overload!! 😊 It was almost too much to handle while trying to keep one’s composure, for him, the audience and the viewers. Sentimental and sweet. 👏👏👏

[@mikeflagg6326]

Inspiring speech. Well worth reposting to friends and family. Thanks.

[@ldefrene]

What an amazing human being ❤

[@DarthSailorMoo]

He was born a hero.

[@josephsonora3787]

DarthSailorBufoon, has anyone ever told you that you one corny mutha....?

[@rogerbrownreacts8528]

The word Hero along with stunning and Brave no longer have any meaning. Along with Bombshell revelation and the walls are closing and also the word woman.

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​@@rogerbrownreacts8528🥱

[@camnsprencheria3225]

What a lovely man! He radiates warmth!👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@happynappydrj5238]

If you want a hero, raise a hero. You are your child’s first teacher. Consider the qualities you want your child to have as an adult and begin showing them that behavior. I am the proud parent of a US Marine so I know a bit about parenting . Dr Stewart is a wonderful human being and I am sure that he was raised well ( or with home training as we say in the south). I don’t know the family, but I do know this: Dr Stewart is a reflection of his parents. Felicitations ! Bien fait!

[@mjtala]

I cried through much of the program. These people all exemplify what is best in people.

[@gracielaloughridge5054]

Well deserved award! We need more like him, and I know they are also many like him out there that deserve our thank you and respect.

[@American-In-Mykolaiv]

Thank you, there are good humans!!! I needed to hear this, brought tears to my eyes. The part of the story where the man feeds his dog is pretty standard for people who love animals.

[@cindy6787]

He literally has his boots on the ground and offers his compassion and expertise to those in need. To divide the grant is the best way to make sure all of those people keep helping humanity in a positive way.

[@thegreatcatsby409]

Bravo Dr Stewart 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@GG-kt2uk]

What we need to see right now is people making a difference, good character and integrity. 🙏♥️✨

[@lorielward1793]

Incredible generosity, kindness, compassion and humility! Thank you!

[@Genevieve3]

God bless you Dr. Stewart. You are a real hero. 💙

[@neiltristanyabut]

so you're telling your god what to do

[@hardcastle4419]

Even awards have become woke

[@lloydmyrie9527]

@@hardcastle4419that’s so old now mate, can’t you think of anything better

[@ifannecandoitsocani7288]

@@hardcastle4419as opposed to?

[@ifannecandoitsocani7288]

@@hardcastle4419 then you must be woke because you're the only one here who keeps crying

[@nancykelly9712]

That man exudes honor, kindness and charity! What a world we would live in if there were more like him in a position of power in the world?! We need to raise them up and celebrate them more. 💗

[@Charlene1970]

Who is cutting those onions again? ❤️

[@lynndimit7865]

Kindness and hope restored!! Congrats to all!! ❤❤❤

[@BCABPP]

Someone rich should step in and give him another 100K - BRAVO!

[@yvonnedias2043]

The rich will probably expect a tax break for a donation. 😂😂😂😂

[@lorettanericcio-bohlman567]

Hold our breath for Elon

[@BradSD25]

I thought the same thing. Do you realize how many millionaires and billionaires there are among us ???

[@MonteRosa849]

There are a lot of beautiful and inspiring souls all around us! Let’s vote for them!

[@michelecrumes4261]

Wow. Such an impactful and moving acceptance speech. Thank you for all you do for for pets , and for the people who love them. ❤

[@lisacenteno4958]

Well said 👏👏👏Thank you for your Kindness & Humanity ❤❤

[@Blue0cean]

Kindness… what the World needs Now and everyday 😊

[@Coka21310]

It’s so heartwarming speech Dr. S and what a beautiful and Generous person he is..God bless ❤

[@xsrclose3207]

And i believe you are an inspiration to making of many more heroes!

[@user-vt5kw3iq1n]

Yes to kindness ! Bravo 🎉!

[@TheBioExplorer]

Thank you for something positive CNN.... I'm so tired of all the hateful rhetoric; yelling; screaming; lying; threats, etc. seen on other channels. Yes, there is negative news in the world and it is important that it is reported... but all the rest of the nastiness and extra drama seen on certain channels is just unnecessary and damaging to our society. #MakeAmericaCivilAgain

[@dorotheakenneweg]

Thank you! We need more inspiration instead of fear and outrage.

[@addiewilson332]

Wow! I didn't see the show, but just this clip really touched me! 💓

[@conniegrant939]

Agreed Dr.; to be human means humanity, looking out for one another, helping one another. That IS DIVINE LOVE. ❤️ congratulations, sir.

[@currinsnipes9879]

A man with a soul. Quite a contrast to so many of today's politicians out for only themselves.

[@karenjackson5989]

This had me in tears last night. Such a wonderful human.❤

[@Eyeris625]

WOW! never expected the Hero to continue the quest while accepting the award... a real Hero, indeed.

[@VivianInTheOC]

“An act of kindness can change your day.. it can change somebody’s life” Wonderful words to remember. ❤️🙏🏽

[@PureNRG2]

How uplifting in a time when the opposite sorts of people seem to get all the attention.

[@larswillsen]

Congratulations Kwane & family, and of course everyone around you! - So deserved!! 🙂

[@roxanaa.8048]

Congratulations ❤ well deserved!!

[@kellyalonzi2917]

This man is a gem. Beautiful acceptance speech. In tears.

[@catherineroe8905]

What an amazing person…I’m in tears. A true generous hero!❤

[@Porototype22]

Respect

[@cgrsworld]

Can you hear me screaming "BRAVO!!" ?? 👏👏

[@cynthianolder3557]

Woo hoo!! tears

[@ms.chelel8527]

Soooo touching! Paying it forward to all the other honorees was just fantastic!

[@valr852]

Wow amazing man,oooohhhh we need all of us to be more like him,he was meant to win that so we can learn once again,,so today go out and do a kind thing,It’s so true

[@user-jb7ji8tn1s]

What a wonderful Human!

[@hardcastle4419]

Don't worry CNN Will be trashing Trump soon enough.

[@seaninness334]

Congratulations Dr. Stewart and all the nominees.

[@HeavenlyBlessed66]

Great human being..you deserve the recognition as a "hero"..May god continues his blessings on you❤❤❤❤

[@venombanefo7615]

He is truly a hero! Kind, sensitive, humble and generous. We all need to be like him.

[@dee1955]

WOW! So well deserving.

[@hardcastle4419]

Don't worry CNN Will be trashing Trump soon enough

[@Sickantiredofbeingsickantired]

Thank you all for your service 🫡🫡🫡

[@hardcastle4419]

Don't worry CNN Will be trashing Trump soon enough.

[@Tikboy-pu7iz]

Kindness in any form is all we need.. ❤❤

[@bigmommajen]

Dr. Kwane Stewart....what an awesome human being. I pray he has inspired others with that humble acceptance speech. We need to hear more from people like Dr. Stewart.

[@MPaulCezanne]

Puts the guy the GOP is running for president to shame really, doesn’t it.

[@Sam19509]

What do you have against Chris Christie? He is just running to take down Trump so GOP comes to their senses and nominate someone who has a chance against Biden. 😂

[@camelsh-t_on_the_walls446]

If it's trump you're talking about, he doesn't need anybody's help with that. He puts himself to shame, day in and day out.

[@lorettanericcio-bohlman567]

Absolutely

[@HughCorbyCruick]

That guy doesn’t even have a dog, cat or anything. That would take empathy for another.

[@solara3443]

🥲God loves a cheerful giver! 👏🏼Congratulations Dr. Stewart!

[@lmm7762]

WHAT VERY HUMBLE MAN!!!!!! God bless him!!!! WE NEED MORE LIKE HIM AND WE ALL SHOULD TAKE NOTES!!!!!

[@sharylhobbs998]

So very happy for him! I voted for him everyday. He is a treasure for San Diego.❤❤

[@prasannasurange]

Oh boy....that's a speech

[@rainstarr1]

Beautiful speech

[@SheilaKing-dm1yf]

So well deserved. We need more of this. I am a nurse and a Paramedic. We could go door to door and make sure Everyone gets healthcare free.

[@Catalystresource]

He's an exemplary hero on so many levels 💕

[@theresapotter]

This dear, dear soul is living his calling on every level.

[@Ron71997]

That's how you do it, no wonder he is one of the heroes honored....and to all the heroes. Thank you ! These are all amazing people.

[@user-eq4bt8zr4t]

True humanity at its most integral

[@johny3542]

Splitting your cash award evenly amongst you and your fellow contestants is so outstanding @Dr. Kwane Stewart...God bless you!!

[@sierrarmcclain]

I love that the other top ten finalists were high fiving him. How wholesome!

[@hardcastle4419]

Don't worry CNN Will be trashing Trump soon enough

[@blqeddie2946]

I follow him and his team on Instagram, truly inspiring and I'm not surprised that he shared his prize. I am so glad he won, and it was such and emotional speech

[@SheilaKing-dm1yf]

He is amazing man and vet. God sent an angel to care for his people and animals. Thank you

[@crystalzepeda3553]

God Bless you Dr. Stewart.

[@cherylcook3688]

OH!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Great speech! You certainly deserve it and you are a great example of goodness and kindness!!! Thank you for all you do!!!

[@lou196t]

Oh this had me at veterinarian for the homeless.❤