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Video: Cam Newton shares heartwarming moment with boy battling severe heart issues

Tyler Waddell

By Tyler Waddell

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Grab the nearest tissue box, because you’re not leaving this page without shedding a few tears.

Taylor Deckard, a 10-year-old boy with a severe heart condition, had a single Christmas wish: to meet Carolina Panthers superstar quarterback Cam Newton.

He got his wish.

Watch the quick clip above, which shows Newton visiting Taylor in the hospital and quickly becoming welcomed with a huge, embracive hug.

These are the moments in life that make time stand still.

Tyler Waddell

Tyler Waddell is a member of the Saturday Down South news team. He brings over five years of professional journalism experience and is closing in on a Bachelor's in sports management. Follow him on Twitter (@Tyler_Waddell).

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