The correct answer to this open question is the following.
We should respect international personalities due to the following reasons.
1.- The work they have done in their respective fields. That is what they are known, for the hard work they had done through the years.
2.- The background where they came from. Not everybody had a great life. Most people suffered during childhood and were capable to overcome adversity.
3.- The accomplishments they have. They had gained a reputation as people that have contributed with "this" and "that," that have somehow helped other people in different ways.
4.- The example they set. People can follow the example of tenacity and sacrifice these people lived in order to get what they have.