[TheOtherOne]

I don't know about a book, but to me he tried to save the girl and in my book he's a hero. I can remember many, many years ago swimming at Rockaway Park in New York. There was always a lifeguard on duty and he watched for sharks also. When he sighted one, he signalled that we should all get out of the water.

I agree. My comment was less about this guy, and more about the 'cult of celebrity' we have. With the runaway bride, jackson jurors, etc. Heck, half the legal talking heads on TV got their start during the OJ trial.

[maxwellp]

Yes, I also understand about that "cult of celebrity" thing also. Regards.