Actress Kennedy Garcia made history as the first person with down syndrome to land a recurring role on daytime TV. Now she’s using her platform to help others through the organization “Best Buddies” which empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Experience the magic of the Best Buddies Miami Gala 2025. Thank you to Deco Drive for capturing a night filled with purpose, celebration, and inclusion.
HYANNIS, MASS. (WHDH) - Thousands of area residents took part in the Best Buddies Challenge bike ride Saturday, an annual charity event that wraps up in Hyannis Port.
Shriver, 53, who founded the nonprofit program Best Buddies, which advocates for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, shared fond memories of his cousin, Christopher Lawford, who died from a heart attack at age 63 on Tuesday, as well as his aunt, Rosemary Kennedy, whose disability spurred the foundation of Best Buddies.
Nearly 1,000 participants helped raise over $4 million for inclusion.
Cyclists, celebrities, and supporters united to celebrate inclusion despite challenging weather.
Providing jobs, providing friends, improving quality of life, and belonging.