Down syndrome-affected actor makes history by starring in an Oscar-winning movie

A talented actor made history at this year’s Academy Awards as the first leading man with Down Syndrome in an Oscar-winning film.

james martin split image

And that was just the icing on the cake of his celebrations!

Not only did James Martin (Northern Ireland) become the first leading actor with Down Syndrome in an Oscar-winning film thanks to his role in An Irish Goodbye, but it was also his birthday!

James turned 31 on the night of the Oscars, having the special occasion marked at the Dolby Theatre in California, USA, with a sing-song.

james martin with his oscar

The world’s biggest stars joined together to sing for James as he stood on stage, looking very dapper in a leopard print tuxedo jacket.

James clutched his very own Academy Award while being serenaded by the A-list crowd – including Colin Farrell and Brendan Fraser – in a moment he’s sure to never forget.

An unexpected moment of wholesomeness at the #Oscars: The entire audience singing ‘Happy Birthday’ to James Martin from ‘An Irish Goodbye’ moments after the film won an Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film pic.twitter.com/m3gKt7XStS

— NowThis (@nowthisnews) March 13, 2023

His film was named the Best Live Action Short at the 95th Academy Awards on 12 March.

And today, on World Down Syndrome Day, we’re celebrating his incredible achievement.

He told us: “It’s a big honour to be a Guinness World Records title holder. I am deeply honoured to be the first person with Down Syndrome to have been awarded an Oscar. I hope this opens doors for not only other people with Down Syndrome but for anyone with any disabilities. Follow Your Dreams!”

james martin at the oscars

James stars as Lorcan, the estranged brother of Turlough, played by Seamus O’Hara, in the 23-minute film set on a rural farm in Northern Ireland.

The powerful film explores the relationship between the two brothers following the death of their mother.

James has also starred in TV movie Ups and Downs and TV police drama Marcella.

james martin with gwr book

He’s also set to appear in another short film, Fairview Park, which is currently in post-production.

World Down Syndrome Day is marked each year on 21 March – the 21st date of the third month – a date specially chosen to signify the triplication of the 21st chromosome which causes Down Syndrome.

The annual day aims to create awareness about the condition.

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