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".
Used to work as an elevator operator.
Toured with his 3-piece folk band.
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.