Parents were the most popular local role models among students, chosen by 29.15% of students. Teachers and friends were also common local role models. Nationally, General Ante Gotovina was the leading role model chosen by 17.04% of students, followed by singer Jelena Rozga. Internationally, soccer player Lionel Messi was the top role model selected by 8.97% of students, followed closely by actress Angelina Jolie and former US President Barack Obama, each chosen by 8.07% of students.