ORLANDO, FLA. (WSVN) - It’s a dream come true for a young boy dealing with a serious heart condition: helping Batman fight crime in Orlando.
Six-year-old Masai Wheeler, better known as Batkid, saved the day after the Joker kidnapped the Orlando Magic’s mascot Stuff the Magic Dragon. Wheeler stopped the villain with the help of Batman and the Batmobile.
“I’m a big kid,” said Masai.
Wheeler’s dad, Lance Wheeler, called it a dream come true and said his son is a miracle.
“I wanna cry, but I’m holding back,” said Lance.
Masai, who just celebrated his 6th birthday, was born with a heart condition and a 50/50 chance to live.
To make Wheeler’s dream become a reality, Give Kids the World and the Axel and Camaraderie Foundation teamed up with multiple law enforcement agencies.
“He’s a normal kid in our eyes,” said Lance. “Hopefully, in life, he doesn’t have to experience no more surgeries.”
The Pennsylvania family was brought down by the Make A Wish Foundation to enjoy the Orlando theme parks. Receiving gifts at the Amway Center was an added bonus.
“Really, really happy,” said Masai.
Masai also received a badge of honor from law enforcement officials.
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