Public Figures in Culture: How They Have Changed Over the Years
Lizzie Velasquez – Born in 1989
Lizzie Velásquez, born on March 13, 1989, in Austin, Texas, is an American writer and motivational speaker. She is the eldest of three sisters and was born prematurely at just 8 months gestation, weighing only 999 grams. Her rare condition, which was diagnosed at 23, leaves her with 0% body fat and a weight of only 29kg (64 pounds). Despite being blind in one eye and having limited vision in the other, she continues to inspire others with her resilience and positive attitude. Lizzie’s appearance, characterized by progeroid features such as a pointed nose and aged skin, hasn’t deterred her from facing bullying and cyber harassment head-on. Instead, she advocates for awareness and education about her condition, spreading her message of “Stop Staring, Start Learning” through over 2000 motivational workshops she’s conducted since the age of 11.
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