Brendan Fraser Gets Emotional After Fan Thanks Him for Making Her Childhood Awesome
Some names from our childhoods stick with us forever—and Brendan Fraser is definitely one of them. Whether he was making us laugh in George of the Jungle or Looney Tunes: Back in Action, or thrilling us in The Mummy trilogy, Fraser was always at the heart of the action, bringing humor, heart, and a bit of chaos to the screen.
But beyond the roles that made him a household name, Brendan Fraser has also been known for being a kind, humble, and down-to-earth person. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for the way Hollywood treated him over the years.
Fraser has endured a lot behind the scenes—losing his mother, going through a painful divorce, and facing mistreatment within the industry. These struggles led him into a period of depression, and as a result, he stepped away from the spotlight.
Yet, despite everything, the world never really forgot him.
A generation of fans who grew up watching his movies still holds deep admiration for him. And recently, one of those fans had a moment with Fraser that reminded us all why he means so much to so many.
A Meet-and-Greet Moment That Touched Hearts
Imani Goulet, a longtime fan of Fraser, showed up to a meet and greet with a special item in hand—a Funko Pop of Rick O’Connell, Fraser’s iconic character from The Mummy. With her collectible ready to be signed, she also had her phone rolling, capturing a moment that would touch thousands of hearts online.
In the video, you can see how warm and kind Fraser remains to this day.
Despite being in his 50s and having faced many personal battles, Fraser greeted Imani with the same kind-hearted spirit that fans fell in love with decades ago.
A Small Conversation That Meant the World
When Imani approached him, she was already beaming with excitement. And Fraser made her day when he correctly pronounced her name. “You said it right!” she said with surprise and joy. “That’s impressive. Most people get it wrong!”
Fraser smiled and replied, “A lifetime of people mispronouncing my name… I know what it’s like.”
After signing the Funko Pop, Imani and her friend began to say goodbye—but not before sharing a few heartfelt words.
“Thank You for Making My Childhood Awesome”
Imani and her friend turned back and said, “Thank you for making my childhood awesome!” followed by “And mine too!”
In that moment, Fraser’s face lit up with a genuine smile that showed just how deeply those words touched him. With a fist bump and a grateful look in his eyes, he sent the girls off with a memory they’ll never forget.
It only lasted a few seconds, but it was a sincere and powerful interaction—one that showed not only Brendan Fraser the actor, but Brendan Fraser the person.
A Comeback Fueled by Love and Support
This isn’t the first time Fraser has been moved by the support of his fans. Last year, he teared up during an interview after learning just how many people online still adore and support him.
Those kinds of kind words and gestures can make all the difference—especially for someone who’s been through so much.
Now, Fraser is making a comeback, with roles in Killers of the Flower Moon, Brothers, and the TV hit Doom Patrol as Cliff Steele (aka Robotman). And fans everywhere are thrilled to see him back in the spotlight.
Welcome back, Brendan. We never stopped loving you.
Watch Imani’s touching moment with Brendan Fraser below—and don’t forget to share this with someone who grew up loving his movies too!