"Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" is a popular Christmas story about a young reindeer named Rudolph who is born with a glowing red nose. Because of his unique feature, he is initially teased by other reindeer and excluded from their games. However, his bright nose becomes an asset when Santa Claus needs help guiding his sleigh through foggy weather on Christmas Eve. The story has been adapted into various forms, including a famous song and a classic television special. Rudolph ultimately becomes a hero, showing that differences can be strengths and that everyone has a special role to play.