With their 12th season in production, "Supernatural" has a huge fan following and true fans understand how amazing the cast members are. Jensen Ackles (Dean Winchester), Jared Padelecki (Sam Winchester), and Misha Collins (Castiel) are the main stars of the show that airs on the CW channel. Here are four reasons that every star should follow in their footsteps.
1. They are family men.
Every "Supernatural" fan knows that family is the most important thing, but these guys take that to heart. Jensen, Jared, and Misha never exploit their children in the media. You never hear about their marital problems or see them in the tabloids with all kinds of gossip. While they do share pictures of their adorable family on their Instagrams and Facebooks, you can tell they are doing it out of pure love and not for attention. You won't see their children being use to promote a brand for their own person gain. Jensen said " I choose to live a more private life, as does Jared [Padalecki]. We just don't believe in that sort of thing of 'it doesn't matter what they're saying so long as they're talking about you'." Jared Padalecki shared in an interview, "I am violently protective of my — I call it my off-time — when I’m not working. I’m straight home [to family] and whether they’re in Vancouver or they’re in Seattle or wherever we happen to be I’m straight to them.”
2. They love their fans and they show it.
Just because they don't want to be in the lime light, that doesn't mean they are hermits. Jensen, Jared, Misha, and pretty much all other cast members regularly attend conventions across the United States and Canada. They are always willing to take pictures, answer questions, and be open with their followers. During a Q&A session at a convention, a fan started to have a minor panic attack, both Jensen and Jared rushed over to the edge of the stage to hug her and let her that they were proud of her for standing up despite her fears. They are known to actually talk to their fans when they meet, not just take a pictures and walk away. "Jensen and I have the good fortune and take the opportunity to regularly go see our fans, both face to face locally, domestically, and internationally. We meet dozens upon dozens of people who have been watching since they were in school, and now they're having kids of their own as we're having them. It's such an honor to be a part of it." says Jared.
3. They all of their own way of giving back.
Lots of celebrities will just donate money to charity and call it good, but the stars of "Supernatural" know they can do better. Misha Collins started the Random Acts charity when his fans (Misha's minions) gave him the idea in 2009. They're goal is to "conquer the world one random act of kindness at a time." The organization provides funds for projects that are meant to better the lives of others in hopes that it will inspire others to do the same. They have build schools in Nicaragua, helped rebuild homes in Haiti, and hundreds of other projects both nationally and internationally. Their site has all of their information on projects and events that could use your help. Every year Misha Collins hosts G.I.S.H.W.H.E.S. (Greatest International Scavenger Hunt the World Has Ever Seen); it is a week long international scavenger hunt where fans work in teams to take pictures of crazy request from Misha. All proceeds from the hunt go to his Random Acts charity.
Jared Padalecki, after fighting his battle with depression, started a t-shirt campaign "Always keep fighting." All money raised from his shirt sales go to organizations who help prevent suicide such as To Write Love On Her Arms, The Wounded Warrior Project and A.I.R. Attitudes In Reverse - Student Suicide Prevention - Mental Health. Jared shares his stories often in hopes that listeners will reach out for help when they need it and to bring awareness of depression and suicide.
Although Jensen doesn't have his own charity, he is heavily involved in both the Random Acts and Always Keep Fighting efforts. He helped that campaign for The Crisis Support Network, along side Misha, to both help those with depression and to help train people on how to help others with depression.
4. They don't pretend to be perfect.
Unlike many celebrities who want people to believe their lives are perfect, the "Supernatural" cast has no problem showing their flaws. "Supernatural" bloopers are overly abundant online along with tons of clips of the cast goofing around. If you follow Misha Collins on any platform, you know what i'm talking about. These guys do not want to be looked up too like their idols, they let you know they are humans and aren't perfect. Jared Padalecki in particular has he has shared with fans and media that he personally struggled with depression for almost all of his life. They are so loved by their fans because they are relatable, there is no disconnect just because they are TV stars. At conventions, fans hear them talk about their lives and everyday problems just like any other person would have. They don't throw soda or curse at paparazzi because they don't care if someone sees them being dumb or doing normal things like grocery shopping.
All the celebrities who are always in the middle of drama and dying for attention, need to take a lesson from these guys. Life is about enjoying what you have and appreciating the people who got you there.
