Today, while checking out “Good Morning America”, I saw the announcement for the new cast of “Dancing with the Stars”. If you’ve followed my posts before, you know that I’ve commented on the happenings of the show as it relates to disability awareness. Any show that’s going to positively impact the way the disabled population is viewed by the general public should receive praise. The show is always giving people with disabilities the spotlight as people first.
One of the new celebrities for this season is Jack Osbourne, the son of Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne. Since the ending of the reality show “The Osbourne’s” on MTV, the public has learned that he was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis not too long ago. In the past, “Dancing with the Stars” has had such celebrities with disabilities like Marlee Matlin and Heather Mills-McCartney, so they’re no stranger to making accommodations for the disabled celebrity when necessary. It’ll be interesting to see what accommodations or obstacles Jack will overcome in order to compete on the show.
I know that Multiple Sclerosis affects everyone differently, just like every other disability but, I’m hoping that Jack’s appearance on the show can make those who have any disability see that just because you have a disability doesn’t mean that your dreams aren’t attainable or even that you still can’t participate in fun activities because that’s far from the truth.
Kudos, yet again, to “Dancing with the Stars” for being an inclusive show. Also for demonstrating to the world that no matter what your limitations, not only will they give you the opportunity to compete but, that dancing can make a difference in anyone’s life.
Seeing shows like “Dancing with the Stars”, how have they helped you realize your potential?
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