Levi Darr
Levi Darr of Chattanooga will appear in the bright lights of Times Square on Saturday as part of the annual National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) Times Square Video Presentation.
The one-hour video of 500+ photographs includes children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome from all 50 states and 11 countries. These collective images highlight individuals with Down syndrome in the most visible way – on two screens in the heart of Times Square, officials said.
The photo of Levi was selected from more than 2,600 entries in the NDSS worldwide call for photos.
His photo will be shown on two Jumbotron screens thanks to the support of ClearChannel Outdoor. The two screens are above Dos Caminos restaurant in Father Duffy Square. The presentation will be livestreamed on the
NDSS Facebook page from 9:30-10:30 a.m. ET.
Levi is “lucky #7” in his family and has five older brothers and one older sister. His mom has shared their journey candidly online (on IG @luckydarrs), from being scared finding out prenatally of the diagnosis of Down Syndrome to experiencing the joy Levi brings their entire family. Millions of views and shares have amassed on the social media videos; spreading hope and awareness for the beauty of Down Syndrome.
The Times Square Video Presentation kicks off the New York City Buddy Walk which takes place at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park. This flagship Buddy Walk has taken place in New York City since 1995 as part of the National Buddy Walk Program. Over 150 Buddy Walk events are held in communities across the country and select international locations.
Levi Darr