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Season 1 – Born This Way

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Honesty, humor and heart are at the center of A&E's original docuseries, which highlights the outgoing personalities and amazing abilities of seven young adults born with Down syndrome. Hourlong episodes follow the Southern California residents as they pursue passions and dreams, explore friendships and romantic relationships, and generally defy society's expectations. The series also allows the parents to talk about the joy their children bring to their family, and the challenges they face in helping them live as independently as possible. The cast includes avid sportsman and self-professed ladies' man Sean; entertainer John; school employee Cristina; and budding entrepreneur Megan.
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David Wiegand San Francisco Chronicle 12/09/2015
4/4
An eye-opener that's also funny, real and compelling, the series is a heartwarming reminder that no matter who we are, we're all born this way. Go to Full Review Matthew Gilbert Boston Globe 12/09/2015
The show nonetheless manages to stay dignified and realistic (in a reality-TV kind of way). Go to Full Review Amy Amatangelo The Hollywood Reporter 12/09/2015
By treating the cast of Born This Way in much the same way they would treat any reality-show participants, the producers avoid any kind of condescending or patronizing tone. Go to Full Review Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media 12/10/2015
3/5
It offers viewers the valuable opportunity to gain a better understanding of the cast's experiences, and to rethink how we tend to characterize people with special needs. Go to Full Review Ellen Gray Philadelphia Daily News 12/09/2015
Seven young adults with Down syndrome on a "reality" show produced by the people behind MTV's The Real World: What could possibly go right? Quite a bit, it turns out. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Tim H 08/02/2016 I love this show. The people on it are awesome. It's a great look inside the life of someone with special needs. See more 07/17/2016 I absolutely LOVE this show. What beautiful & worthy people to create a show about?? See more 12/22/2015 This is pandering at it's finest people, don't watch it. See more Read all reviews
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Sean McElwee

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Rachel Osterbach

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John Tucker

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Hiromi Ashmore

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Stephen Ashmore

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Kris Bomgaars

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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Dec 8, 2015 Up Syndrome Seven young adults with Down syndrome pursue their passions and lifelong dreams while defying society's expectations. Details Episode 2 Aired Dec 15, 2015 What's Normal? Concerns are raised about Elena's behavior after she has an altercation with Rachel; Angel wants to take his relationship with girlfriend Cristina to the next level; Sean's parents realize their son is ready to become more independent. Details Episode 3 Aired Dec 22, 2015 Dream Makers Rachel prepares for a first date with a crush from drama class; Megan shares her desire to have a baby; aspiring rap artist John heads into the studio to record his debut track. Details Episode 4 Aired Dec 29, 2015 Love and Chromosomes Sean's search for love tests his friendships; Megan intends to make her Los Angeles trip permanent; an emotional lecture prompts the parents to plan for their children's welfare after they are gone. Details Episode 5 Aired Jan 5, 2016 Fears and Gears A special invitation from singer Adam Lambert inspires Rachel to face her fears; Kris wonders if Megan is ready to be independent; Steven attempts to learn how to ride a bike. Details Episode 6 Aired Jan 12, 2016 Don't Limit Me Elena has trouble accepting herself, despite Megan's assurances; Angel plans a special expression of his love for Cristina; Megan bids farewell to her new friends as the summer comes to a close. Details

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Born This Way — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Drew Tappon
Network
A&E
Rating
TV-PG (D)
Genre
Reality, Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date
Dec 8, 2015