A role model is not the same as a hero. A hero is someone who does heroic things, none of which are on display by the celebrities in Dear. They may well be role models to some people, but that doesn't make them a hero. Heroes may be role models, but not all role models are heroes.
Idolize them all you want, but call it what it is.
Idolize them all you want, but call it what it is.