Twitter. Some people messaging have Down syndrome. "It means a lot to have their support. Suddenly all these people on Twitter are following me and sticking up for a character living with it and that’s just brilliant. "I’ve been lucky, people believed in me and gave me chances.
I hope my career helps more actors with Down syndrome. ”He and mum Jane want to banish “outdated” misconceptions – that someone with Down syndrome can’t lead a fulfilling life and live their dreams.
They hope film will learn from TV and cast others with Down syndrome in more diverse roles. Tommy says: “TV has done well with Call the Midwife, The A Word, Coronation Street, EastEnders and Emmerdale. “I’ve had some great lead roles in short films but now the feature.
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