An actor from Aurora, Colorado will have his photograph featured in a Times Square video presentation. Jeremiah Daniels, who stars in the award-winning Netflix film Color Book, will have his photograph featured Saturday in the National Down Syndrome Society's annual Times Square Video Presentation, a milestone for his family.
Daniels' image was selected for the 2026 presentation, according to Colorado Public Radio.
The presentation is a showcase featuring photographs in a Times Square video display, according to GlobeNewswire.
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The film's existence traces back to writer-director David Fortune, who won the 2023 AT&T Presents: Untold Stories competition held at the Tribeca Festival, securing a $1 million production grant and mentorship to produce the film, according to TheWrap. The AT&T initiative provides mentorship, resources and support to underrepresented filmmakers participating in the Tribeca event, the outlet noted.
From Screen to Advocacy Stage
Daniels spoke on a panel opening the conference, according to CBS Colorado. The conference brings together scientists and clinicians to discuss medical advances related to Down syndrome, the station reported.
Jeremiah's family is also part of the story.
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The NYC Buddy Walk is another event discussed alongside the Times Square presentation.
NDSS operates the Buddy Walk program and the Times Square Video Presentation, per NDSS.
Wider Context for a Growing Community
NDSS is the organization behind the Times Square presentation.
Life expectancy for people with Down syndrome in the U.S. has roughly doubled over recent decades due to medical advances and expanded clinical research, CBS Colorado reported, as research efforts increasingly focus on extending life and improving long-term health outcomes.
