Temple Grandin proves autism is no limit, even in Hollywood at the 2010 Emmy Awards. Grandin, a revolutionary figure in the world of animal science and activism in autism, is a talent by all accounts. She's an enduring woman who has captured world-wide attention for her achievements as an autistic individual herself.
Temple Grandin has autism, but her life story earns Emmy Awards
On last night's Emmy Awards, "Temple Grandin" won Best Made-for TV Movie. Grandin's life story also snatched another award when Claire Danes won Best Actress in a Miniseries or Made-for TV Movie for portraying the real-life sensation of Grandin. If that wasn't enough, Julia Ormond won Best Supporting Actress in the same category, in addition to David Strathairn for Best Supporting Actor. Mick Jackson got an Emmy for Best Director in the category as well.
Dr. Grandin recognized author, speaker, and animal rights activist
Dr. Grandin is a recognized author and speaker on behalf of autism and how it affects lives. She manages to share how those afflicted with the disorder view the world and how they connect many of the same concepts a bit differently - probably more heartfelt.
Temple has completely changed how cattle are treated in stockyards and developed the humane treatment of how the animals are herded before slaughter. She's currently a Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University. In October 2009, Dr. Grandin promoted her book, "Animals Make Us Human" at the Bagdad Theater in Portland, Oregon.
Grandin's long list of accomplishments are vast and many. She's an engaging woman with comedic flair. She's a genius in her own right and offers the world an intriguing glimpse into those living with autism. She's proven there's no limit to living with autism and her life winning a series of Emmy Awards in 2010 spotlights that fact. Learn more about Temple at templegrandin.com.
Sources: Cinema Blend, templegrandin.com, Oregon Live
Source: TempleGrandin.com
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Temple is an amazing woman. Her work on TV and in writing will help others understand the values of people with autism. Her chapter in Autism Tomorrow provided a great insight to me.
That's really wonderful news that the movie garnered so many awards! I wish I'd had a chance to see it. I love the one book of hers that I read. She's amazing!
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