If news about the pandemic has you feeling down, here’s something to perk up your spirits.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford took a moment after answering questions from the media Wednesday to praise American Sign Language interpreter Christopher Desloges.

The premier has been holding near-daily press conferences alongside ministers at Queen’s Park, with Desloges standing behind him interpreting, often animated and expressive while signing.

“This gentleman shows up, never complains, never says a word. I told him today, how many comments and emails and phone calls I get about [him],” Ford said.

“My friend, you’re a champion and you’re a rock star, helping people in the deaf community, and it’s so important, the role you’re playing,” he told Desloges.

The moment caught the attention of viewers on social media, who praised both Desloges’ work, and Ford’s shoutout to him.