Famous People with Dyslexia: They Have the Same Issues and Concerns

When a person is diagnosed with dyslexia their world may come to a stop. They may be concerned with not being able to handle a particular job. They may not think they will succeed in life. They may think they’re going to be labeled as stupid, slow and lazy. Being diagnosed with a learning disability can be a significant blow, especially when the person is a child. Still, 20 percent of Americans are affected by a learning disorder, and 80 percent of that number has been diagnosed with dyslexia.

Those who suffer from dyslexia are definitely not alone, and there is hope for all. A prime example: famous people with dyslexia. Many actors, actresses, artists, photographers, inventors, designers and heroes have been diagnosed with the learning disorder and still managed to succeed.

This is a list of a few of the famous people with dyslexia:

Jay Leno—successful comedian who became a star when he was named the host of The Tonight Show.

• Kiera Knightly—this young, British actress has starred in various blockbuster movies like “Pirates of the Caribbean,” “Pride and Prejudice” and “Atonement.”

Billy Bob Thornton—is considered one of the most famous people with dyslexia because he is a Hollywood actor who won an Oscar for his performance in “Slingblade.”
Leonardo da Vinci—an Italian painter and inventor who is known worldwide for works like the Mona Lisa.
Tommy Hilfiger—successful for his clothing and perfume line
Muhammad Ali—world-famous boxer who became a world heavyweight champion
Magic Johnson—world-known basketball player
Henry Ford—known as the father of the modern assembly line, he founded Ford Motor Company.
Agatha Christie—world famous author of mystery novels
F. Scott Fitzgerald—world-renowned author who penned “The Great Gatsby.”

An important thing to remember is that although dyslexia may have a negative connotation, it is still beatable. Anyone with dyslexia can be successful.