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Race Eberhardt: First Actor with Down Syndrome in Action Film

1/29/2025

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Race Eberhardt, 37, is breaking barriers as the first actor with Down syndrome to headline an action film in "Strait Undercover." Directed by Ben Gonyo, the movie showcases Eberhardt as a USDA agent, highlighting his talent rather than his disability. Slated for a summer 2025 release, it seeks to ignite a movement for better representation in Hollywood.

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Story summary

Race Eberhardt, 37, is breaking barriers as the first actor with Down syndrome to headline an action film in "Strait Undercover." Directed by Ben Gonyo, the movie showcases Eberhardt as a USDA agent, highlighting his talent rather than his disability. Slated for a summer 2025 release, it seeks to ignite a movement for better representation in Hollywood.