New York: Lives with his parents in New York City, but has a weekend home on Long Island. Works for the National Down Syndrome Society, advocates for people with disabilities and occasionally acts. (May 2012)
Serves as a Goodwill Ambassador for the National Down Syndrome Society
and is a member of their staff.
Is an usher at a Catholic church near his NY home.
Hates the term "Down Syndrome" because it sounds negative and depressing. Instead, he prefers to call it "Up Syndrome".
Toured with his 3-piece folk band.
Used to work as an elevator operator.
Father, Frank, is a retired NYPD inspector.
Graduated from the Don Guanella School in Springfield, Pennsylvania in
1985.
Mother, Marian, is a retired trade-show manager.
Is the youngest of 4 children - brother, J.R. and sisters Ellen and Anne.