Having a child is one of the most amazing blessings that a person can have in their life. Raising a child, on the other hand, provides its own set of obstacles, especially when one of these children turns out to be uniquely different. If you have a special needs child, you'll find solace in knowing you're not alone in your struggles as some celebrities face the same circumstances.
For instance, star Sylvester Stallone's son Seargeoh was diagnosed with autism as a child. Instead of emphasizing Seargeoh's differences, Sylvester raised him like any other youngster. "We have to embrace Seargeoh as he is and recognize that his approach is just calmer and restrained," the Rocky star remarked. And whatever Seargeoh faces, he and his wife will be there for him every step of the way! In this post, we'd like to introduce you to the stories of ten celebrities and their exceptional offspring. These stories are all incredibly heartwarming and inspiring.
#1 Katie Price
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Katie Price is a successful and stunning model who is also a mother. Harvey, her son born in 2002, was diagnosed with Autism, blindness, and Prader-Willi Syndrome. One of the most serious issues with this illness is that the youngster lacks the ability to discern when they are full, thus they continue to eat. Obesity and type 2 diabetes can result, each with its own set of medical consequences.
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But Katie has been overcoming all the difficulties and pitfalls with her kid, and she now proudly declares on Instagram: "I've watched you grow into a handsome man." My Harvey bear I love you, and wouldn’t change you for the world.”
#2 Amanda Booth
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Amanda Booth, a model, mother, and advocate, has been striving to bring about an urgent change in the media and fashion industries, inspired by her son Micah, who has Down syndrome and autism. Amanda says she became aware of this need after returning to work after giving birth to Micah. “I started to notice when I would go out for things for work, that there would be babies at castings all the time. And I was like, ’Why isn’t anybody asking for my baby at these castings?’” she remembers.
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One of Booth's favorite things about Micah is his ability to perceive kindness in people. When he goes into a room, he acts as a barometer, bringing out the goodness in everyone. Amanda works tirelessly to show the world a more diverse beauty, and she is not ashamed to address inquiries regarding her son's illness. She claims she is willing to explain why her child is acting differently than others.
#3 Toni Braxton
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Toni had her second child, Diezel, in 2003. He was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. She studied programs on how to nurture and educate her son and lavished her affection on him.
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Diezel Braxton is now a sought-after model who has signed with one of the world's top modeling agencies and is swiftly becoming more famous as an Instagram star.
#4 Sylvester Stallone
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When most people think of Sylvester Stallone, they think of Rocky: a rough man with a big heart. Seargeoh Stallone, Stallone's kid, was diagnosed with autism at a young age, and his father had this to say about it: "We have to accept Seargeoh the way he is and understand that his way is just quieter and reserved." In Rocky 2, the film also featured Seargeoh as Rocky's baby son.
#5 Caterina Scorsone
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The Grey's Anatomy actor, who was born in Canada, has a gorgeous infant daughter named Paloma, who is always present in the 39-year-old actress' social media feed. Paloma was born with Down syndrome, and Caterina has become a major voice on social media for raising awareness about the illness since her birth in 2016.
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Caterina makes significant words about her daughter in her interviews. "Pippa is unique," she says. So, too, are you and I. Pippa has unique requirements due to the way her body was created. I have demands that are unique to the way my body was designed. "Yes, we all do." She admits that she was afraid at first since she didn't know anything about this disease, but she eventually felt that Pippa's peculiarity lighted a match in her and her family's lives.
#6 John McGinley
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The famous actor John McGinley has a kid with Down syndrome named Max, and he is actively involved in raising awareness and advocating for persons with Down syndrome. In 2011, John earned the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award from the Foundation for his work with people with Down syndrome and people with developmental impairments in general.
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He describes what it's like to have a special needs child in an interview: “The first couple of months, it felt like we’d been hit over the head with some kind of cosmic hammer... And sooner or later you have to do something, you have to pick some aggressive verb about what you’re gonna do for this life. For Max. ’You gotta do something for me, get over your stuff, dad, I’m here.’”
#7 Colin Farrell
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Who knew Hollywood's bad boy was the father of a special-needs child? James Farrell, Colin Farrell's son, has Angelman Syndrome, a hereditary disorder. This disorder may result in jerky movements. Colin has worked extensively with the Angelman Syndrome Foundation and believes that "when you're the parent of a child with special needs, it’s important to feel that you are not alone." That is why he began working with the foundation.
#8 Christopher Gorham
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Christopher Gorham, the star of Ugly Betty, has a kid named Lucas who was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome at the age of nine. “It’s upsetting to hear that something is wrong with your child,” he added about the diagnosis. “At the same time, it’s a relief to know what’s wrong with your child because if you know what’s wrong then you can start to take steps to help them.”
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Christopher saw his kid was becoming increasingly aloof from his peers in second grade, and that's when they had to come to the doctor, and he and his wife have been busy with his therapy ever since. Gorham says he feels for all parents who have special needs children since he has gone through a lot of changes and stress. But he sees the bright side of this ordeal, as his wife has proven to be a true superhero in dealing with it.
#9 Gary Cole
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Gary Cole noticed his daughter Mary was different when she was two years old.“She didn’t process information like you or I do, and did not pick up on social cues,” he says. She has autism, yet she has led a typical life. She received counseling and assistance from a personal helper, allowing her to attend traditional primary and middle schools in California. Gary advises parents who may have special needs children to "seek answers as soon as possible."
#10 Jenny McCarthy
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Jenny McCarthy claims that when her son Evan was originally diagnosed with autism, he stopped speaking and began disregarding his surroundings. Because, according to her, most autistic children become trapped within themselves. She was, nevertheless, determined to assist him in his recovery. As a result, she began looking for remedies.
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She tried video modeling and play therapy to teach him how to interact with toys, among other things, and it turns out that her "fighter spirit" did truly benefit Evan. Evan, according to Jenny, has made significant progress. “He’s doing amazing,” she says. “He’s considered recovered.”