77-Year-Old Is 1 of World's Oldest People With Down Syndrome
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- Опубліковано 19 вер 2019
- George Wildgust, 77, has Down syndrome and is defying the odds. Doctors initially told his family he wouldn't live past the age of 10. Now he's among the world's oldest people with Down syndrome. He was born in 1942 as the middle child of three siblings. His niece, Nikki Wright, credits his long life to his network of strong family and friends, and being independent. Wildgust enjoys going out for dinner and dancing. InsideEdition.com has more. #InsideEdition
77 years old is the life expectancy of a male in the United States. You made it through an entire life when you werent supposed to. This brings happy tears to my eyes.
((Happy tears♡😭♡😊♡))
In Canada the average life expectancy for a male is 84 years. The average life expectancy for an American male is 78 years. How is it that a Canadian male lives longer then an American male? 🤔🤔🤔🤔
@@LiberateAlberta1907 Apparently Healthcare may play a part. I have a theory of my own. Since Canadians apologize at the drop of a hat that action in itself may cause a calmer temperament which in turn may extend life if but by a few years.
With all of that as a backdrop it makes one wonder why it is so many Canadians want to move to America. hmm 🤔
@@linak7155 I don't know why either. I don't care how cold it gets in Canada or how broke I get I'm never leaving this country. Canada is my home and I love Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🙂
@@LiberateAlberta1907 Good to hear that! I love my country too. I ♡🇺🇸🇺🇸
He seems happier than some old people.
@Pigs In Da 6IX good point
Probably because he got a touchdown.
Voot Me Up
I consider that a good thing.
77 he is old
@Pigs In Da 6IX it's not his fault most jobs won't let him work
My aunt is 60 and also has Down syndrome this hits home
My aunt had DS and died at 60 she lived with my mother and i. I would recommend you enjoy and appreciate every day you have with her because you never know whats going to happen.
Renegadeplays I have a question. Can people with down syndrome can marry able body people and can have babies born with no down syndrome? Time 3:11AM Sat 9/21/19
@@cutty-mg3kf May she rest in peace. Time 3:12AM Sat 9/21/19
Neddy Constant no not that I no if
Neddy Constant why do you put the time and date on your comments?
I’m sorry this is cute and all but every time she says George with that British accent I can’t help but think of peppa pig
same lol
Lmao same here😂
Ricky’s Rabbits, lol. Same.
Goge
I want her to say, "wheres the firetruck George?"
Funny that the doc said he'd die at 10 when the man probably outlived him
Doctor in heaven: *Pikachu face*
@@windy5704 ahm it's *surprised Pikachu face*
@@no-me8iz Seriously?
Orange Kitten ya
@@no-me8iz i dont think people will laugh at that joke
It's funny because even though he is 77 he still has a baby face.
It's adorable
Ann Takamaki Very ... c:
LmO
I don't see a baby face I see a man's face that's been through a lot
As a proud father of a 13yr old with the same condition, I can tell you now that this fills me with hope for the future... He's still got a very mischievous twinkle in his eye... All my love George... 😍🤓
My sister has Down syndrome and I hope she lives to be has old as this bright and happy man I wish him a longer and happier life
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@@ThatColin 😐
@@Super......... no you
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Mom Melissa
Stepdad mike
Sister Danielle
Sister misty
Sister Megan
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House manager Camille
Nursing Stephanie
Doctors: you won’t live past 10
George: no
Sirc he probably outlived the doctor
George: no, no I don’t think I will
@@nadnam10 ya prob because the doctor was born 50 years before him lmao
You won't live past ten
George: uno reverse card
I'm sure he outlived that doctor that told him he wouldn't live past 10... way to go, George. You're absolutely amazing.
Aha! That's hilarious. Good job man.
He probably outlived that doctor and of his family and most friends to 👊.
My our family friends sister is in her late 60s and has down syndrome as well. She works a part time job and is loving life!
Good for her! It is great to hear she's having a lovely life!
Wow!If he lives past 80 I will be surprised! George has been in more relationships then me!
Raposa Minecraft isn’t it also kind of mean for the doctors to say he won’t live past 10? 🤣
Dennis Davila its not mean the doctors still tell people how long they got to live
@@dennisdavila8874 it's not mean
Dennis Davila how is that mean?
Dennis Davila why is that mean
He is adorable!! I hope the best for him and his niece 🥰
0:56
Grandpa still got moves😂😂😁
@CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 u mestup
LOL, it was cute when he giggled about his girlfriend.
He's such a cute old man!! I hope he gets to live the rest of his life happily with his girlfriend!! 😭😍💜
@CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 Jee, thanks! 😅😂 🤗
This is what I like to see in my recommended ❤️
michael harp hahahhaha
Really I thought you liked up close videos of pig butts
It’s amazing how happy he looks!!
My brother has Down syndrome and his doctor also said he won’t live after his 20’s and now he is 27 years old. God is good!!!
Hope he's still going strong! Best wishes.
I have a special friend with downs. He is 55 he looks 25. I love him like my own brother. Every time I see him we talk about the same thing and he hugs me 10 times in a span of 2 hours. I’m so thankful to his family for sharing him with me. I love you John❤️❤️
Doctor: He won't live past 10
George: That's where you're wrong kiddo
Why would you call your doctor "kiddo"?
@@Danielito9320 maybe cause this is a joke?
Just like Stephen hawking
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Just Some Bigfoot With Internet Access cringe
I believe if a parent has a child with syndromes or down syndrome or any other disability if you treat them like a baby all the time they're going to grow up like a baby but if you treat them as you would a normal child they're going to grow up to be normal.because there have been people with Down Syndrome get married
Della Rodriguez everyone’s different
that’s not how it works
Kay Dani exactly what I was about to say lol
Della Rodriguez I have Aspergers and I act like an adult I'm 19 currently.
@Pigs In Da 6IX source?
He lived even longer than people with Down Syndrome *today!* Isn’t that amazing???
'age of 10'..he lived almost 8x the amount of that
*May George live another 77 years*
When and old person has a boyfriend or girlfriend AND YOU STILL SINGLE
@CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 down syndrome is not something to joke about
CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 someone with a fortnite profile picture is definitely under the age of 12
CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 I take that back, you’re 11
@@soyooin yea cuz nobody likes a downer.
CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 Hey genius, ever noticed how many people don't know how to speak English properly? Want to know why that is? English is probably their second language, you douche
Aww how sweet! I had an aunt with Down Syndrome that lived to be 56. She passed away 2 years ago 😢
Mini Cooper Trooper Thank you ❤️
JoJo The Dragon Sorry to hear that.
I know exactly what's been keeping him alive so long it's the love and support from his family which is beautiful❤
May Georgie live another 77 😁
He has lived longer hasn't he? Hope he's okay.
Too goddamn long
Won't happen
Reminds me so much of my uncle. He's always had gf's too. He passed last December, 6 days before his 60th bday. He lived one of the most incredible lives. Did every Special Olympics event, ran with the Olympic torch in '96, was the first Downs person to be on a state committee and so many more accomplishments to name. I thank the Lord for sending down one of his Angels to be my Uncle. 💙🙏💜
I’m blessed to have learned about your story George ! Thankful for you , you have brightened my day.
This guy is really blessed to live to 77 with downsyndrome
RIP, George just died today at 80 years old.
May his soul rest in peace 🙏🕊️✌️
I can’t find any news reports of his death
Oh really?!! So sad 😞😞😞 rip george he was beautiful soul ❤️❤️❤️
He died two years ago
No he died in 2020
RIP he lived a long life
My oldest brother is down syndrome. He's 37 and going strong!
I am one of George's carers. He is the loveliest man you could meet 😊 Quite stubborn though, but in a good way.
Men tend to be stubborn
Prove it
Omg how cute is he😍😭❤️
Bruh moment
Ducknana • that’s a category 4 bruh moment
Bruh bruh bruh bruh
@@yourlocaldepresso280 did you just learn the word buddy?
I hate it when doctors tell parents how long their disabled child will live. So glad George beat the dire prediction.
TheLordXenu I think you’d have a clue that you’re child is dying ahead of time. All I’m saying is it shouldn’t be pronounced as a definitive prognosis.
My uncle passed away in his 40s, they always happy bring joys with them
Such a sweet and touching story. 💓
I just want to hug him. He is so positive.
Bless him , my brother just passed and he was 62 . Miss him.
Doctor: you won’t live past ten
George : that’s the wrong number
Bless her heart for taking care of him ❤️.
He’s got a great family! God bless them
He looks happy and so pure :)
he’s so strong omg🥺
My uncle is like 57 with Down syndrome and he lives with my grand parents
Benny Reid stop lying
Yeah
I am not it’s my grand mother’s brother I may of pronounced it wrong sorry
Benny Reid stop lying stupid
Benny Reid stop lying you ass
I don’t think anyone likes to be told what to do 😂
He has probably lived longer than the doctors that diagnosed him.
George has to be the coolest 77 year old ever💕💕💕
Omg i shouldn't be crying but he's so cute i think i love him 😭
Keep on trucking my man!
I had a best friend named George and he also had Down syndrome, no one would play with him because he was weird and couldn’t talk. He needed his own personal teacher assisting him in every class. I hope he has a long happy life.
He looks so happy, aww! 🥰
He's like a happy older baby
He's not a baby. It is rude to compare him to one.
@@alaurahwillow155 didn't say he was,he has the mind of a young toddler but a happy one
@@lifegamechanger8572 I am a carer of his and in some ways he is like a toddler but in a lot of ways he is not at all. He can read facial expressions way better than a toddler can, he can express himself and his needs in a more advanced way and his emotional regulation is a lot more advanced.
@@alaurahwillow155 He didn't mean it in a derogatory way. I understood his comment as George is happy, carefree and loving every moment (like a baby) 🤣😆
Lady Cheyne No, he was comparing him to a baby like a lot of people do when they have no experience with people with Down syndrome.
My uncle is 68 and has downs. So he’s coming close to the record. Please do a story on him
Oh my gosh, he is so precious!! 🤗😊❤️
He died at age 78 in 2020
He is really brave and doesn't care what other say great job!
Aww he's so precious!
It's nice to see that he's living Strong 💖🙏
Way to show those doctors George. 10yrs and then some. Well done.
He is lucky to have had such great care for his entire life.
He's So Adorable! And Happy!!
God Bless You Young Man!!!
Getting old is a gift!!
💋💋💋💋💋 George. I hope you have many more birthday's 💙💙🦋🦋 God Bless.
0:57 George getting lit
Yeah, just gonna say it. This man is adorable, he deserves so much! Prey for him to live his life to the fullest!
That's awesome, I think the important thing people should take away from this is you don't have a expiration date and the way you approach things in life is as just as important.
My gosh ,hes so precious 🥺🙏💞
Love your vids inside edition 😁✌
That’s a blessing
What an inspiration! God bless you 🙂
My sister has down syndrome and when she was diagnosed when she was (i dont remember) the doctor said she would die soon but she lived years after that now shes 15
Omg this was so sweet it made me cry 😭
I'm glad that he's happy never give up no matter what live your life have a good day
The way he lit up when she mentioned his girlfriend was so wholesome.
Bless his heart!
He is so lucky his parents kept him, back then the doctor told the parents to put them in a institution, these places were horrible. Thank God this isn’t aloud to happen anymore. WOW 77 that is awesome.
God bless George's heart.🤩
the people who disliked this honestly has no heart😒.. this was beautiful❤️
What's more interesting is he pooped his pants 28,000 times.
Awww love him!!! Best of luck!! God bless you!!!
Really sweet of his niece to be his caretaker
What a blessing ❤️ Keep on kicking ❤️
Outstanding, great story!!!!!
I have a great nephew, whom almost died of a grand mal seizure, just a month ago at the age of 14 he's down syndrome too they do have a lot of health problems kudos to George, for getting to 77.
Awwwwwww. He is so cute. God Bless him
This warms.my heart
doctor: youre gonna die at 10
George: no.
@My Step Mom Raped Me well sorry bitchass but that comment that at the top now wasnt when i was watching so i didnt know
He is so adorable awww
Awwwe he is so lucky my grandpa was 77 when he had cancer and passed away
Wowww...what a blessing 🙏🏾
BLESS HIM, OH MY...
I wish they gave him a microphone, I would love to hear his voice
He is so cute I hope he lives many years more
Hope he lives much longer♡
When he stated dancing im was like 🥺🥺🥺
Those doctors were high on prescriptions when examining this guy..
Bless him with of all of our heart
THIS IS SOOOO WHOLESOME!!!!