Does anyone famous have down syndrome

He has traveled all around the world representing NDSS since and has used his celebrity to raise awarenedd and increase education and outreach about Down syndrome. And as close friends with Johnny Knoxville who is also an advocate for people with Down Syndrome , he's even braved the world of Jackass 3D. He also co-starred in the indie hit Dorian Blues. The Ringer came up against some criticism for its representation of people with intellectual disabilities, however, Taylor and Barbanell stood by the project.

As the actress puts it herself , "I was blessed with a sister who has special needs. Now, I work to impact the lives of similar young adults nationwide. McGinley's son, Max b. The Scrubs actor is a board member and international spokesperson for the Global Down Syndrome Foundation. He said, "With Tyler it's special because any small thing he does is like a giant step.

English actress Sally Phillips, whose son Ollie has Down Syndrome, says, "I can tell you for sure that having a child like Ollie brings such joy. Many of these prominent figures are outspoken supporters of Down Syndrome research and awareness. Read on to see what other celebrity children with Down Syndrome are featured on this list. Roy Rogers. Sarah Palin. Albert Pujols. I thank God every day that he made her extraordinary. If you love someone with Down syndrome, you know what I mean.

And my biggest thank you to my family who supported me without fail. He has a daughter, Jordyn, who has Down syndrome. Now back to work. GigEm riseup pic. From afar, it can seem like a burden. All in the family today with JacquelynRagan. RiseUp pic. They just always treated him the same as me. Champ and I had fun with MizzenAndMain and meeting some fans! Joc and Champ have a close relationship, and Champ can be seen at most baseball games. In May of , Champ threw the first pitch which Joc caught.

I am extremely lucky. Wherever you're watching Gameday, it's gonna get a little dusty during our Gene Stallings story. You've been warned. Happy Fathers Day Gene Stallings! Great man! Coach Stallings has been known to reach out to new parents of babies with Down syndrome and write to them as they begin the journey raising a child with a disability. No doubt about it. Nik Kershaw, a British singer, came to fame during the 80s.

His second son, Ryan, has Down syndrome and is now in his 20s. In Joey died from cancer. Country singer, Joe Diffie, has a son, Tyler, with Down syndrome. Both of them closing their eyes and singing.