Miss Montana Is First Autistic Contestant For Miss America
There are girls who spend their lives living out an episode of “Toddlers and Tiaras.” And then there’s Alexis Wineman, a Miss America contestant who entered the pageant world on a whim and now is the first-ever Miss America competitor who lives with autism.
From: The Look on Today
Published: January 11, 2013
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‘Covert Affairs’ Star Opens Up About Son’s Autism
Celebrity, Christopher Gorham, recently revealed that his son was recently diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome.
From: Disability Scoop
Published: December 8, 2012
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Will Ferrell Recording Voicemails: Tom Hanks & Others Line Up For Autism Speaks Contest
Imagine having William Shatner supply your outgoing voicemail message. Or maybe you'd prefer Morgan Freeman coolly telling callers to wait for the beep. Or perhaps having Betty White joke around is more your speed. All it takes is $299 and some luck.
Click here to enter!
From: Huffington Post
Published: November 22, 2012
Found In: , Advocacy & Awareness › Advocacy Initiatives & Resources , Celebrities & Autism
Kelly Preston, Jett Travolta: Actress Opens Up About Son’s Autism & Death
In 2009 Kelly Preston and John Travolta tragically lost their 16-year-old son Jett, and now for the first time, the actress is speaking out about the health issues that led to his death.
From: Huffington Post
Published: November 20, 2012
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Watch Video Of Katy Perry, Jodi DiPiazza Singing at Night of Too Many Stars
Get your tissue ready before watching this one...
This mini-documentary follows Jodi DiPiazza, who was diagnosed with Autism as a toddler. Her transformation from an aggressive, non-verbal toddler to a beautiful and talented young woman who sings and accompanies Katy Perry on the piano in a touching version of the song "Firework", is nothing short of awe-inspiring.
Published: October 19, 2012
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Katy Perry Was Joined By Autistic Teen Jodi Dipiazza For A Duet On ‘Firework’
On Sunday, Katy Perry solemnly but revealingly tweeted, "I will never forget last night. It was the most important moment thus far of what I do." The evening before, Katy had joined a host of celebrities at Comedy Central's "Night of Too Many Stars: America Comes Together for Autism Programs."
From: Zimbio
Published: October 17, 2012
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Jon Stewart’s Autism Benefit Features Unlikely Pairings
A week after their "rumble" in Washington, Jon Stewart invited Bill O'Reilly back on stage in New York, this time to debate MSNBC's liberal host Chris Matthews — while both inhaled helium from red and blue balloons. This time, the cause was Stewart's fourth Night of Too Many Stars benefit, supporting autistic children and teens with education and training programs.
From: USA Today
Published: October 15, 2012
Found In: , Celebrities & Autism
Could The Next Miss America Have Autism?
Alexis Wineman, now 18, may very well be the next Miss America. She was crowned Miss Montana in June, becoming the first person on the autism spectrum to claim the sash. In January, she will travel to Las Vegas where she could become the first with the developmental disorder to capture the national title.
From: Disability Scoop
Published: October 9, 2012
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Els Stages Another Event For Autism
Golf supererstar and Autism Dad, Ernie Els, holds yet another fundraiser to help raise money for "Els for Autism" and the $30 million Autism Center for Excellence he is building in south Florida.
From: KSL.com
Published: August 30, 2012
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Jacqueline Laurita: My Son Has Autism
The Real Housewives of New Jersey star recalls how at around 18 months old, her son, Nicholas, began regressing with his speech and motor skills, then refused to answer to his name or notice people enter a room. He was diagnosed with Autism shortly after.
From: People.com
Published: August 24, 2012
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