Hakki Akdeniz, a Turkish immigrant, exemplifies the American dream as the owner and executive chef of Champion Pizza in New York City. After facing homelessness for 96 days at the Bowery Mission, he found work as a dishwasher and was inspired to become the best pizza maker after seeing a street performer. His determination led him to win the International Pizza Expo in 2010, launching his successful career. Now with over 20 million Instagram followers and a line of frozen pizzas, he remains humble and generous. Every week, he gives away hundreds of pizzas to those in need, spreading kindness in his community.