Actor Wentworth Miller Reveals Hs Autism Diagnosis
The well known ‘Prison Break’ actor, Wentworth Miller, took Instagram and publicly announced on July 25, 2021 that he has autism, over a year after he was diagnosed. As a 49-year-old man, it was definitely a shock to him finding out about his “neurodiversity,” however it was not a surprise he says to Fox News.
As he shared on Instagram, he recognized that having access to a diagnosis as an adult is not something everyone is fortunate of having, and in that way he feels “having access to a diagnosis is a privilege many do not enjoy.” What’s important to understand about this diagnosis is that “he wouldn’t change it in any way,” as it’s a part of who he is and who he’s become over the 49 years of his life.
Wentworth’s diagnosis also allows people with autism to understand and notice all of the things they are capable of doing, such as being a star on a TV show and following their dreams.
If there are any questions regarding an autism diagnosis, adult resources and more, use the American Autism Association’s Help Hotline, where we provide resources that we believe will be most beneficial to you. You can also find helpful information in our adult resources section on our website as well.
His full statement can be seen here, and the caption below.