Lauren Potter accepts AAPD Image Award for cast of Glee

Tony Coelho: To accept the 2011 AAPD Image award is a on behalf of the cast and the creative team behind Glee, is a young woman who appears regularly on Glee as one of my, and I hope all of your, favorite characters: Becky Jackson. Becky is a member of Sue Sylvester's elite cheerleading squad. She is a young actress who has Down Syndrome and is a member of the Down Syndrom Association of Los Angeles, a non-profit agency that offers programs, resources, and counceling. Contacted through the Association, this actress began with a single appearance on Glee and has been a recurring character ever since. Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome actress Lauren Potter. lots of applause
Lauren Potter: Wow! Lauren laughs Um, that's a really great clip that they made. Thank you Secretary Duncan. I admire all that you and President Obama are doing to stop bullying. It is an honor to be here tonight to accept this very special award from AAPD. On behalf of everyone at Glee we very much appreciate the honor. It is truly an honor to be in the presence of tonight's award winners. I am fortunate to be on TV, but the real heroes are those mentioned tonight and the others around the country who are working hard to disable "lables." It truly takes a village to ensure opportunities for everyone regardless of ability. I am thankful everyday for the vision of Ryan Murhphy, Brad Falchuck, and Ian Brennan, Glee's creators, for including Becky Jackson and allowing me to bring her to life. It's important for me to use the celebrity power Glee has granted me to raise awareness for youths with disabilities which I am doing as the spokesperson for AbilityPath.org's "Disabled Bullying" campaign. When you leave tonight, you can hire your "celebrity power" that is among friends, family, or co-workers, and business partners and find your inner "Glee" and sing the praises of the talent and the passion that people with disabilities bring. Thank you again for this amazing award. choking up I am going to make sure that it sits next to our Golden Globe. Keep watching the show! Oh my God, I'm gonna cry... choking up Hopefully our networks will take notice, and with any luck there will be more Beckies on our TV shows and our movie screens. Thank you everyone! applause
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Tony Coehlo: Isn't she great? still more applause Thank you Lauren.

[@indiva02]

Aww I love Becky's character. Lauren is a great actress! God bless her.

[@pixelparable]

She's brilliant! Becky is one of my fave characters on Glee. She's one badass gal!

[@bikemeck4]

She is so awesome! "Becky" adds a whole new perspective to the show Glee, and to those who are disabled, a role model to them. Raise the awareness about disabilities and speak out!

[@4irishluv415]

I can't believe that was five years ago, I remember going there hearing her speech in person! she is truly my friend and I'm so proud of her. I was there with her and it made me cry, thank you Lauren Potter for being my friend.

[@loodiamexican]

She's absolutely adorable!

[@luidsan]

I love her very much. Everytime that I see her I feel so emotional and I can't stop crying of happinas and passion. I have a little cousin with Down Syndrome and I'm crazy for her. People with down Syndrome are the most passionate and special people that I know!

[@figfire]

She got me all choked up there at the end. She is at the top of my favorite actress list of Glee!

[@garryduggan6496]

OMG I love Lauren she is the best out of the cheerleading squad and my favourite character

[@gwentaylor788]

She's so well-spoken!

[@ThallieJJ]

She is truly beautiful, and I love her on Glee. She deserves it, look at her rocking that dress!!

[@chatzopoulousofi2996]

Oh my gosh I'm cryin'!Love her and admire her soooooooooooo much!At this video there's only one dislike.Whoever did that probably is not human.

[@Doctorstrass]

Great soul got me so emotional, love her

[@LeslieToronto1971]

She is an amazing Young Woman and is really inspirational to all of us.

[@jemmabishop1113]

what a lovely smile she has she's so amazing and such a great character

[@Eva91eternal]

you guys with ''disabilities''...i really admire you for your strength... you are not disable,cause you got abilities that regular people don't have..! everyone should have a chance just like lauren.... you guys are heroes,because you make unpossible things happen..!

[@Malinisrandom]

Most. Beautiful, Laugh, Ever. Lauren is truly amazing :)

[@curryrice1808]

She is amazing, so smart, and so beautiful.

[@jacelista02]

She's so adorable! So precious

[@austin-w8j]

I love Down syndrome people. They make me laugh and they are awesome to hang out with. My cousin works in a home for Down syndrome and I went there a few times. One of them used to work where my grandma worked and it's so cute cause he is always like I love you co worker to my grandma. They all just make me smile

[@iamautisticandhappy3964]

Hello Lauren! I can't believe how far you've come to be one, shining star! I'm very proud of you and thank you for being a voice to people with special needs. I saw your short film today and it's a beautiful, love story. For sure, you're a wonderful actress and a wonderful human being. Don't listen to the haters. Keep up the good work and wish you all the best

[@NormanL75]

Lauren Potter is amazing on glee! She has some of the best lines!

[@zaragrimshaw]

her little giggle is so precious

[@ainehastings3887]

She is so pretty :)

[@hannahamos826]

SHE IS BEAUTIFUL I LOVE YOU LAUREN

[@Cordan821]

This made me smile! :D

[@isadie3633]

I love Lauren. She is so freaking awesome

[@shaula37]

she is so sweet!

[@CaffreyLover]

Aw, I love her! Adorable - how she does the royal hand shake. Great role model. Keep strong

[@lolcutepeoplez9]

shes such a sweet heart!

[@akcortin]

I have tears in my eyes.

[@moniqenrica]

aww .. i miss my sister with DS .. I LOVE HER

[@rebeccaeldridge7621]

O. M. G she is so lush

[@pearlsthrowawaychannel]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought it was creepy how he interacted w her. Down’s syndrome doesn’t give you permission to hold someone like they’re a doll. The way he grabbed her arm and lead her...she can walk to to the mic by herself.

[@emilymisiewicz40]

she is amazing😊💓💓

[@StevenSvN7]

OMG, she's so adorable!!!

[@SweetVoidM]

Love her laugh!!

[@whoseursxcgurl]

my sis has downs too..its great t see lauren do so well..so proud

[@PninaU]

I admire her!! :)

[@ablueriverofice]

Yes she is great! Wonderful ! :)

[@horel3en]

She's amazing

[@user-qf9ty4hi3h]

Becky is my favorite character

[@TheGorilla127]

She's adorable!!

[@heylovex3]

with people who are disable and have spiecal needs it makes them younger i am 21 and i am disable and people be like you loook like you could be sixteen she inspires me to become a actress

[@heylovex3]

She is my idol . and i am Disable

[@mikesmusiclists]

So sweet 😊♥️

[@heylovex3]

i Really want her to win a Teen choice someday . she she get her own award for being on Glee she could win award someday i just know she is a Big beautiful person

[@Eva91eternal]

hahah thank you very much,i really appreciate that you read and commented my comment..!!^_^ peace and love from greece!

[@kyleighk.4813]

I LOVE HER!!

[@Joe13313]

She Is an Inspiration for All Disabled People. As a Person With Autism Myself. I Think She is an Inspiration For All People Disabled or Not Disabled. They are Like us. But I Have Autism That Is Smart on History. Geography. And Politics. I Also Love Creating Alternate Future of the World on My KZbin Channel.

[@marissadavies8037]

so sweet

[@gioele422]

I love lauren potter

[@Sasc11777]

Beautiful x

[@eduardogomes4443]

SO CUTE!

[@thomastavella123]

Oh my god she's amazing

[@tanyawhite5111]

Beautiful

[@JinFrankster]

I love her

[@r6li11]

Srry, i meant to say that Some people may think she's demented, some may say she's ugly and some may say that she's terrible. I think she's beautiful and inspirational. STOP TREATING PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AS "BAD" INSTEAD, LOOK TO THEM AS INSPIRATION. DO THIS AND OUR WORLD WILL BE A BETTER PLACE

[@HannahJanaee2]

Am I the only one that noticed he kissed her a lot O.o

[@fallon75]

Sorry but if he is not a friend it is very condescending, and bit creepy, for him to grab and kiss a 23 year old woman like that.

[@c.h.a.s.e.]

It’s super creepy. I’m trying to just ignore him and focus on her lol

[@bradleykroeker339]

So cute

[@hollywood9ozz]

Can't believe she's 23!!! She look like a little 10 year old girl.. she's so cute :)

[@colleensutton5661]

I wish o had that laugh...

[@fairies47]

So sweet... :)

[@jesusdoroteo7849]

Becky jackson's fan :3

[@MisterPuckX]

Fuck yes I love her

[@CoveKay]

Esta niña es la onda. ♥

[@chasegaitens7668]

Look no dislikes FAITH ON HUMANITY RESTORED!

[@begone3487]

I LOVE Marley Rose!!!

[@begone3487]

and Supergirl

[@alastarter]

amazing. xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@kattymeow6464]

❤

[@lorrainesanchez3605]

Awww

[@MsAngrybutterfly]

Reminds me of Halle Berry's Oscar speech!!

[@r6li11]

Some people may think she's dememted

[@sefiperi1500]

I wanna have her laugh mine is like a drowning pig

[@alondratapia8207]

🥲😪

[@hughiebrophyHind]

Like that's

[@lorrainesanchez3605]

Me

[@amyclarke41]

#kool actress and character but not too soppyily portrayed on glee

[@MannequinFactoryy]

yeah that was creepy as fuck

[@lorrainesanchez3605]

Riky

[@RebelRebel420]

She's a little angel.