Chris McCausland, the first blind contestant on Strictly Come Dancing, argued that individuals with disabilities don’t need to be inspirational but rather call for a change in societal attitudes. After winning the 22nd series with professional partner Dianne Buswell, McCausland…
In the grand final of BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, comedian Chris McCausland, the show’s first blind contestant, emerges as the favorite to win the glitterball trophy. Along with fellow finalists JB Gill, Sarah Hadland, and Tasha Ghouri, McCausland reflects on…
Jharrel Jerome, born in the Bronx, New York, explores themes of resilience and self-confidence in his new film Unstoppable, where he portrays Anthony Robles, a wrestler born with one leg. Jerome discusses the emotional and physical challenges he faced during…
The 2024 French box office hit ‘Un p’tit truc en plus’ highlights the evolving portrayal of disabilities in cinema. This revival follows the pioneering 1989 film ‘Rain Man,’ directed by Barry Levinson and starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise. The…
Holly Greader and Nicola Thomas share their experiences as disabled individuals navigating dating and relationships amidst intrusive questions and negative stereotypes. At 26, Holly recalls being objectified due to her disabilities, while Nicola, who is blind, emphasizes the misconceptions that…
