NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 09:  2018 CNN Hero Dr. Ricardo Pun-Chong acceots an award onstage during the 12th Annual CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute  at American Museum of Natural History on December 9, 2018 in New York City.  (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for CNN)
CNN awards 2018 Hero of the Year
Dr. Ricardo Pun-Chong was named the 2018 CNN Hero of the Year for his efforts to provide free housing, meals and support for sick children and their families while they undergo treatment.
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NEW YORK, NY - DECEMBER 09:  2018 CNN Hero Dr. Ricardo Pun-Chong acceots an award onstage during the 12th Annual CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute  at American Museum of Natural History on December 9, 2018 in New York City.  (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images for CNN)
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