Surprising celebrities who support autism awareness (Photos)

Autism awareness is quickly becoming a trendy cause with celebrities. Many Hollywood stars have come out to support autism-related causes in recent years, including some that you might be surprised by. Here is a look at autism’s most recent supporters.

50 Cent

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has become an autism advocate in a big way. He has been named Dubai’s international celebrity ambassador for autism. According to 7 Days in Dubai magazine, the Dubai Autism Centre will receive a portion of the proceeds from the sale of Jackson’s headphone line.

He met with children at the center, and was subsequently named the celebrity ambassador. He said of the venture, “It’s not just about donating money. It’s about donating hope, and leading a hand to show we care. Every child deserves the chance to reach for his or her dreams.”

Kate Winslet

Actress Kate Winslet has become deeply involved with autism support through the Golden Hat Foundation. She has also released a coffee table book through the organization. The mission of the group is to raise awareness and facilitate education for people living with autism.

Toni Braxton

Singer and television celebrity Toni Braxton was named the Global Autism Ambassador for Autism Speaks this year. For Braxton, autism isn’t just a trendy cause; it is a personal fight. Her son was diagnosed with autism at the age of three. She has been working hard for autism awareness ever since.

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, Chicago Autism & Parenting Examiner

Whitney Levon, a freelance writer whose work has appeared on many sites around the web, including Yahoo News, is the parent of a fifteen-year-old boy with autism and a newborn baby girl. She manages to keep on top of local, national, and world news all while running a complex household.

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