List of Famous People with Various Disabilities

Author: Disabled World (DW)
Updated/Revised Date: 2025/06/02
Category Topic: Famous Disabled People (Publications Database)

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Synopsis: Collection of lists of famous and well-known people with various disabilities and conditions including actors, politicians, and writers who contributed to society. A disability is often used to refer to individual functioning, including physical impairment, sensory impairment, cognitive impairment, intellectual impairment, mental illness, and various types of chronic diseases. A disability can be present from birth or occur during a person's lifetime.

Introduction

Have a disability or medical condition? You are not alone, people with disabilities include actors, actresses, celebrities, singers, world leaders, and many other famous people. Of course, there are also millions of people worldwide who may not be famous in the sense society deems famous, but still live with, battle, and overcome their disabilities every single day of their lives.

Main Content

While lists of famous individuals with specific medical conditions may seem merely anecdotal, they serve a deeper purpose: they remind us that chronic illnesses and diseases do not discriminate, and that perseverance and achievement are possible despite significant health challenges. By highlighting accomplished figures from various fields, these lists not only educate but also challenge stereotypes about disability, fostering a more inclusive perspective on what people with chronic conditions can accomplish.

A disability is often used to refer to individual functioning, including physical impairment, sensory impairment, cognitive impairment, intellectual impairment, mental illness, and various types of chronic diseases. A disability can be present from birth or occur during a person's lifetime. Below you will find lists of many famous and well-known people who have, or had, disabilities. These lists are a constant work in progress.

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