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Top 10 Disabled People who are Famous

A disability refers to a mental, physical, or psychological condition that limits a person鈥檚 movements, activities, or senses. Throughout history, there has been a lot of prejudice against and marginalization of people with disabilities.

Despite these obstacles, a great number of people with disabilities have excelled in a variety of disciplines and left a lasting impression on the world. From, science to music to politics, some of the trailblazers in these industries are people with disabilities.

In this article, we will highlight ten famous people who are disabled in one way or another and celebrate their contributions to society.

1. Stephen Hawking

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Stephen Hawking was born on January 8, 1942, in Oxford, England. He was a theoretical physicist, author, and cosmologist. Hawking is widely regarded as one of the most brilliant minds in science in recent history.

Hawking was diagnosed with a form of motor neuron disease (MND) at the age of 21 and was given just two years to live. MND is also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig’s disease. Despite this, he went on to write several groundbreaking books and make important contributions to the field of theoretical physics.

Hawking is most famous for his work on black holes and appearances in the popular sitcom the Big Bang theory. He is also remembered for his wit and humor, as well as his relentless spirit and determination to continue his work despite his disability. Hawking sadly passed away 鈥減eacefully鈥� on 14th March 2018 at age 76.

2. Helen Keller

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Helen Keller was born on June 27, 1880, in Tuscumbia, Alabama. She was an American author, political and disability rights activist, and lecturer. Keller was blind and deaf from an early age but learned to communicate through sign language and became a leading figure in the disability rights movement.

She is most famous for her advocacy work and her autobiography, “The Story of My Life,” which has inspired millions of people around the world. Keller is also remembered for her courage, determination, and unwavering spirit in the face of adversity.

In 1961, Keller had a series of strokes that kept her in her home for the rest of her life. She died in her sleep at her home on 1st June 1968.

3. Marlee Matlin

Matlin as one of the presenters at the 2014 AHA Hero Dog Awards by State Farm –

Marlee Beth Matlin is an American activist, author, and actress who was born on August 24, 1965, in Morton Grove, Illinois. Matlin was deaf at the age of 18 months due to a fever and has since gone on to become one of the most successful deaf actresses in Hollywood.

She made her acting debut in the romantic drama film Children of a Lesser God (1986). Matlin played Sarah Norman, for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress.

She is the first deaf performer to win an Academy Award. Some of her biggest roles have been in shows and movies such as Seinfeld (1993), The Practice (2000), and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (2004鈥�05). She is also remembered for her advocacy work and her commitment to raising awareness about issues affecting people who are deaf and hard of hearing.

4. Nick Vujicic

Nick Vujicic speaking with attendees at the 2021 AmericaFest by Gage Skidmore –

Nicholas James Vujicic was born on December 4, 1982, in Melbourne, Australia. He is a motivational speaker and Christian evangelist who was born with a rare disorder called tetra-amelia syndrome, which left him without arms and legs.

Despite his disability, Vujicic has overcome incredible odds to become a successful and inspiring speaker. Vujicic has 4 children and has been married to Kanae Miyahara since 2012.

Vujicic is most famous for his motivational speeches, which have been watched by millions of people around the world. He is also remembered for his unwavering faith and his message of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.

5. Oscar Pistorius

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Oscar Leonard Carl Pistorius is a South African former professional sprinter and convicted murderer as of 2016. He was born on November 22, 1986, in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Pistorius was born without a fibula in both legs and had both legs amputated below the knee when he was 11 months old. Despite this, Pistorius became a world-renowned Paralympic sprinter and competed against able-bodied athletes in the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Reeva Steenkamp was fatally shot by Oscar Pistorius on Thursday, February 14, 2013, at his Pretoria home. Pistorius acknowledged that he killed Steenkamp by shooting her four times, but he insisted that he did it because he thought she may be an intruder. He is also remembered for his inspiring story of determination and for breaking down barriers for people with disabilities.

6. Stevie Wonder

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Stevland Hardaway Morris is an American singer and songwriter born on May 13, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan. He was born blind due to a condition known as retinopathy of prematurity.

Despite this, Wonder became one of the most renowned musicians in the world, earning 25 Grammy Awards and selling over 100 million records. He has music from a variety of genres, such as jazz, rhythm and blues, pop, soul, and gospel.

He is most remembered for his soulful voice and his impact on the music industry, as well as for his advocacy for people with disabilities. Wonder has 9 children from 3 marriages and is currently married to Tomeeka Bracy.

7. Beethoven

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Ludwig van Beethoven was a composer and pianist born on December 17, 1770, in Bonn, Germany. He began to lose his hearing in his late 20s and became completely deaf in his late 40s. Despite this, Beethoven went on to become one of the most renowned composers in history, creating some of the most beautiful and timeless works of classical music.

His musical compositions are among the classical music era’s most frequently performed works. They span the transition in classical music from the Classical to the Romantic periods. He is most remembered for his contributions to classical music and for inspiring others with disabilities to strive for greatness.

8. Andrea Bocelli

Andrea Bocelli’s concert at the Pozna艅 Stadium, photo by Jakub Janecki –

Andrea Bocelli was an Italian tenor born on September 22, 1958, in Lajatico, Tuscany, Italy. A tenor is a type of vocal range in classical music and opera, typically associated with male singers.

He began singing at a young age and went on to study law before eventually pursuing a career in music. Bocelli is best known for his exceptional vocal range and beautiful classical music, including his hit songs “Time to Say Goodbye” and “The Prayer.”

He recorded over 15 solo albums, sold over 80 million records, and performed for some of the world’s most prominent figures, including the Pope and the British royal family. Bocelli has also collaborated with a number of other famous artists, such as Celine Dion, Sarah Brightman, and Jennifer Lopez.

He had congenital glaucoma, which left him blind from birth. Following a brain bleed caused by a football injury at the age of 12, Bocelli lost all sight. Despite losing sight at a young age, he never let his disability hold him back from pursuing his dreams. He is a role model for anyone who has faced a challenge and is a testament to the power of determination and hard work.

9. Muhammad Ali

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鈥楩loat like a butterfly sting like a bee!鈥� One of Ali鈥檚 greatest quotes. Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. professionally called Muhammad Ali is a former professional boxer and activist. He was born on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky.

He is best known for his achievements as a professional boxer, which includes winning the heavyweight championship three times, being an Olympic gold medalist, and being named “Sportsman of the Century” by Sports Illustrated in 1999.

Like Bocelli, Ali faced a disability that could have ended his career, but instead, he used it to inspire others. In 1984, Ali was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a condition that affects movement and speech. Also dyslexic, Ali struggled with reading and writing throughout much of his schooling and adult life.

Despite this, he remained active in public life, using his fame to raise awareness about the disease and to raise funds for research. His bravery and courage in the face of his disability have inspired millions of people around the world and have made him a symbol of hope for those facing their own challenges.

10. Louis Braille

Statue of Louis Braille in a public park at Nalgonda crossroads in Hyderabad, India by Rajasekhar1961 –

Louis Braille was a French educator and inventor who was born on January 4, 1809, in Coupvray, France. He is famous for his invention of the Braille system, a system of reading and writing for people who are blind or visually impaired.

Braille lost his sight at the age of three due to a childhood accident Despite his disability, he went on to attend the Royal Institute for Blind Youth in Paris where he encountered a system of raised dots used by soldiers to communicate in the dark.

Braille developed his own system of reading and writing, which he called “night writing,” and published his first book in Braille in 1829. Braille’s invention has since become the standard for communication among the blind and visually impaired and is used in more than 180 countries.