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4-year-old’s nervous to wear princess costume to movie so uncle steps up in adorable way
He deserves a 'best uncle' award for this. 🥰
Patricia Lynn
10.26.23

As we know, not all heroes wear capes.

Sometimes, in fact, they wear beautiful princess dresses and carry a bright pink purse!

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Unsplash - Mariana Yarritu

Meet Jesse Nagy, who should have been awarded “Uncle of the Year” for his act of kindness.

Jesse, a young actor with a muscular build and tattoos, showcased an incredible act of love and support for his 4-year-old niece, Izzy.

The little girl was excited about dressing up as a princess for the screening of Disney’s Cinderella live-action movie.

However, she was apprehensive, fearing she might be the only one in a princess outfit at the theater.

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Pixabay - Jill Wellington

So, her uncle came to the rescue.

To ensure Izzy felt comfortable and confident in her princess attire, Jesse decided to join her in the fun.

He borrowed a prom dress from a friend, completing the ensemble with a tiara, a handbag, and a pair of flip-flops.

Fortunately, he skipped the heels, as that would have been tough on all of those movie theater steps!

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This heartwarming gesture was all about making Izzy feel at ease and ensuring she enjoyed her special day.

Jesse’s decision to dress up wasn’t just about a fun day out.

It was a profound lesson for young Izzy: never let the fear of judgment prevent you from being your authentic self.

By stepping out of his comfort zone, Uncle Jesse demonstrated that sometimes, the most rewarding experiences come when we challenge societal norms and expectations.

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As one would guess, they have a very close bond.

Speaking about his relationship with Izzy, Jesse told ABC News,

“She’s like my mini-me.”

He was eager to spend quality time with her, which led to the idea of having a “princess day.”

This special bond between uncle and niece is evident in their shared adventures – and frankly, not everyone would be up for a “princess day” at the movie theater!

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Pixabay - Devon Breen

His plan worked perfectly.

When Jesse proposed the idea of dressing up to boost Izzy’s confidence, she was thrilled.

“She said ‘you could be a princess too,'” he recalled.

They agreed that both could dress as princesses, but Izzy would wear the crown.

He found the deal fair, emphasizing the playful negotiation between the two.

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Their heartwarming outing didn’t go unnoticed.

A theater employee snapped a picture of the duo and posted it on Reddit.

The photo quickly gained traction, amassing a crazy amount of views.

Jesse was taken aback by the unexpected attention.

Midway through the movie, his phone was flooded with messages, leaving him bewildered and asking, “What the heck is going on?”

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Twitter - Shannon Fountain

But that was just the beginning, as his “awesome uncle” act of kindness quickly made headlines and is still as adorable as ever.

Jesse’s commitment to Izzy doesn’t end with this one gesture.

He expressed his intention to continue their special outings, reinforcing the bond they share and the memories they’re creating together.

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Pixabay - uksupafly

The question arises: How far would you go to bring a smile to a loved one’s face?

For Uncle Jesse, the answer was clear: “If it’s going to make her happy, I’ll do it, I don’t care.”

Watch the video below to see more about this story that’s just so darn sweet!

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