Steve Guttenberg, the actor who made us laugh in *Police Academy* and stole hearts in *Three Men and a Baby*, is out there doing what real heroes do. And, shocker—it’s not about posing for pictures or making everything about himself. Nope, Steve has been hard at work helping the victims of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. And guess what? No one even recognized him. But that’s just the way Steve likes it—he’s too busy being a decent human being to care.
Meanwhile, Meghan Markle? Well, let’s just say her efforts look a bit different. While Steve is on the front lines, Meghan is, well, probably busy attending a charity event, posing for pictures, and squeezing strangers for a moment of attention. You know, the classic Meghan Markle move.
Steve, who’s still doing way more than any of us could have ever expected after the 80s, has been out there in the Pacific Palisades, giving practical advice to those fleeing the fire and helping first responders navigate the chaos. He was even spotted moving abandoned cars off Sunset Boulevard and urging people to leave their keys behind so firefighters could actually get through the mess and do their job. He wasn’t out there playing celebrity hero—he was rolling up his sleeves and putting in real work.
In an interview with *Fox News*, Steve explained that the fire was the biggest one the Palisades had ever seen, and he was doing everything he could to help. He even shared how heartbreaking it was to see his own neighborhood, where 20 out of 80 homes had been destroyed. That’s the kind of devastation Steve was facing. Real problems. Meanwhile, Meghan? Oh right, she’s probably off at a charity event, showing up for the cameras and squeezing in a few moments of attention.
Back to Steve—he didn’t need a photo op. He wasn’t wearing a fancy hat or posting emotional Instagram updates. He was out there covered in smoke, doing the dirty work. Unlike others, he didn’t show up for 15 minutes to act like a martyr. His commitment was real, and it wasn’t about earning kudos or getting attention. It was about helping people who were literally running for their lives.
And here’s the kicker: when a reporter didn’t recognize Steve, he didn’t pull the “Do you know who I am?” card. Nope. He simply gave his name and got back to work. No ego. No drama. Meghan, on the other hand, would probably insist on being addressed as "The Duchess of Sussex, wife to Prince Harry" and make the whole moment about her. Classic Meghan.
While Harry is perhaps handing out donuts or mint sprigs, Steve is genuinely making a difference. Imagine if Meghan had been in the same situation. Do you think she would have rolled up her sleeves and pitched in, or would she have been too busy asking for a security team to monitor her every move while trying to get the perfect candid shot in a ball cap? I’ll bet you anything she’d be somewhere saying, “Don’t you know I’m a duchess? Do you need my autograph?”
Meanwhile, Steve didn’t need to flash his *Police Academy* fame or boast about his past roles in films. He was just a guy doing what needed to be done, without needing to remind anyone of his Hollywood credentials. That’s how you lead by example. Forget the “Duchess of Sussex” title or the need for cameras to follow you around—just show up and be useful.
Let’s also talk about Steve’s humility. After years of being a massive star, Steve walked away from the business when he was tired of it. He invested wisely and now, here he is, using his time and energy for the greater good. That’s the kind of person we should be looking up to—not the self-appointed royals who seem to think their presence alone can fix everything.
Steve, though? He’s a mensch. A real one. A true role model for us all. And unlike Meghan and Harry, he’s actually living up to the talk about helping others—without trying to make it all about him.
