What is special about the jacket the actor wore to the premiere?

The actor wore the same jacket he had previously worn to the Oscars in America, considering it very special and famous.

What historical achievement did the actor with Down's syndrome accomplish?

He is the first actor with Down's syndrome to be part of a cast that won an Oscar for a live-action short film and also the first to receive both a BAFTA and an Oscar.

What new project is the actor involved in?

He is cast as detective 'Tommy' in a new show set in Belfast and its surrounding areas, expressing gratitude to the creator, Lisa McGee.

Home / Arts and Entertainment / Belfast Star's Famous Oscar Jacket Wows Fans

Belfast Star's Famous Oscar Jacket Wows Fans

9 Feb

•

Summary

Actor wore his Oscar-winning film jacket to premiere.
He's the first actor with Down's syndrome to win an Oscar.
Proud Belfast man grateful for role in new TV show.

Belfast Star's Famous Oscar Jacket Wows Fans

A 33-year-old actor, who gained acclaim when his short film won an Oscar, recently attended a premiere in Belfast wearing the same jacket he wore to the Academy Awards. He described the jacket as special and famous, having worn it to America for the ceremony.

The actor, who has Down's syndrome, made history in 2023 on his 31st birthday by becoming the first actor with the condition to be part of an Oscar-winning cast for a live-action short film. He also noted his achievement as the first person with Down's syndrome to receive both a BAFTA and an Oscar.

He expressed immense pride and gratitude for his role as detective 'Tommy' in a new show set in Belfast and its surroundings. The actor highlighted his excitement to represent the Down's Syndrome community and encouraged others to follow their dreams, regardless of disabilities.