The unusual reason why a Hollywood star confessed that Lionel Messi helped her son
Oscar winner Anne Hathaway surprised everyone by revealing how the Inter Miami captain ended up saving an everyday situation with her little ones in the United States
The figure of Lionel Messi transcends borders, sports disciplines, and social classes across the globe. The Inter Miami icon became a universal symbol of admiration that connects millions of people regardless of their nationality or language.
In recent hours, a prominent figure in international cinema once again highlighted the cultural reach of the footballer from Rosario . As part of the promotional tour for the highly anticipated film Verity, a renowned American actress shared an emotional family experience linked to the world soccer star.
The confession came during an interview given to the news channel TN on the occasion of the upcoming film release , where the actress shared the panel with her castmates Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett .
The magical gesture with her son
Anne Hathaway , 43, recalled a recent encounter between one of her sons —Jonathan, 10, and Jake, 6, from her relationship with producer Adam Shulman— and another child in the United States. According to the star of The Devil Wears Prada , both children were paralyzed by their initial shyness and could not find a way to strike up a conversation .
Faced with the awkward silence, the actress decided to step in actively to break the ice and asked the other boy if he liked Lionel Messi . The little boy’s immediate positive response prompted her son’s enthusiastic reaction, creating an instant connection that turned them into friends in a matter of seconds .
"It is a bridge to so many wonderful things" , the Hollywood actress said emotionally as she described the fascinating influence generated by the Argentine number ten on today's childhood.
Argentine ambassadors around the world
Likewise, Hathaway highlighted the role of Argentine athletes and personalities by pointing out that the South American country has "incredible ambassadors" in global popular culture . During the talk covered by outlets such as Infobae, Página/12 and Diario Huarpe, the artist recalled her fondness for the southern nation after having previously crossed paths with actor Joaquín Furriel at a European fashion event .
This is not the first time the actress has shown her fascination with the Rosario star’s circle, as some time ago she was photographed posing in official Inter Miami gear alongside David Beckham himself at Yankee Stadium.
For her part, her co-star Dakota Johnson also took advantage of the interview to praise Argentina , declaring her fascination with the city of Buenos Aires, the local gastronomy, and the warmth of its people after having visited it on several occasions.
Hollywood at the feet of the Flea
The touching anecdote told by the actress adds to a growing list of major celebrities from the film industry who publicly profess their admiration for the Argentine captain . Figures such as Matt Damon, who described the Rosario-born forward as the greatest athlete in history, or Mark Wahlberg, have frequently praised the talent and leadership of the global icon.
As highlighted by Mundo Deportivo, the star's influence transcends the ball to become a sociocultural phenomenon with global reach .
In this way, Lionel Messi's legacy continues writing unexpected chapters far beyond the stadiums , establishing itself as a true meeting point of contemporary pop culture.
