Idolize (verb)

1. To worship as an idol or to idealize someone excessively.
2. To adore or love someone or something to an excessive or irrational degree.

Origin:

Late 16th century: from french idôliser or via latin from greek eidōlon "image, idol" + -ize.

Examples:

1. She idolized her older sister and wanted to be just like her.
2. He idolized his mentor and tried to emulate his every move.
3. The fans idolized the celebrity and would do anything to meet them.
4. The children idolized their parents and wanted to grow up to be just like them.
5. She idolized her favorite singer and had every album they ever made.