Easter bunny hops into Independence Mall

A local celebrity was spotted at Independence Mall Saturday afternoon. 

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A local celebrity was spotted at Independence Mall Saturday afternoon. 

Who has a charming smile, is great with kids, and is covered head-to-toe with fur? 

The Easter bunny! He made his appearance just in time for Easter. Many kids and even parents were star-struck at the sight of the white rabbit. 

Dozens of people waited in line to get hugs, high-fives and happy memories. 

Though it was a rainy day in the Cape Fear, in the end, it made for the perfect Easter pictures.