I'd like to talk role models for a moment

So, I was listening to WFAN and everyone talking about Gary Carter, and someone said something very interesting to me.

A caller talked about how Gary Carter was his favorite player of all time, a role model to him, from the time he was a kid, through adulthood. He went on to list all the things he remembered and the effects a true role model would have on someone.

A lot of other callers said the same thing. A lot of 35-55 year olds sound truely devistated at this loss.

Which got me thinking.............. Who are, and were, my role models?

My father was my first thought,, and he is.... But, what about anyone who isn't my father?

Public figures? Movie Stars? Sports figures?

I grew up a Mets and Dolphins and Knicks fan... too young to really remember 1986.

I have always loved Dan Marino... but since he didn't play for my home team, it wasn't the same connection.

Paul McCartney? I idolize him... but not as a role model.

I really don't remember ever having a "role model"

.... (Other than my own father) There really isn't anyone that I can think of.

I think I am ok with that too.

WHO IS (ARE) YOUR NON-RELATED ROLE MODELS, AND WHY???