77-Year-Old Is 1 of World's Oldest People With Down Syndrome

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  • Опубликовано: 19 сен 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

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  • @TARDIB
    @TARDIB 4 года назад +4765

    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.

    • @linak7155
      @linak7155 4 года назад +11

      ((Happy tears♡😭♡😊♡))

    • @makealbertaamerican4889
      @makealbertaamerican4889 4 года назад +14

      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? 🤔🤔🤔🤔

    • @linak7155
      @linak7155 4 года назад +41

      @@makealbertaamerican4889 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 🤔

    • @makealbertaamerican4889
      @makealbertaamerican4889 4 года назад +11

      @@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 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🙂

    • @linak7155
      @linak7155 4 года назад +14

      @@makealbertaamerican4889 Good to hear that! I love my country too. I ♡🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @aurelionsol8818
    @aurelionsol8818 4 года назад +4869

    He seems happier than some old people.

    • @4TLOL
      @4TLOL 4 года назад +10

      @Pigs In Da 6IX good point

    • @kenta9112
      @kenta9112 4 года назад +2

      Probably because he got a touchdown.

    • @dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327
      @dontmindme.imjustafraidofe9327 4 года назад +1

      Voot Me Up
      I consider that a good thing.

    • @MelB868
      @MelB868 4 года назад

      77 he is old

    • @daisytorres1614
      @daisytorres1614 4 года назад +10

      @Pigs In Da 6IX it's not his fault most jobs won't let him work

  • @Ricky-cx1qy
    @Ricky-cx1qy 4 года назад +4298

    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

  • @odyssey-1485
    @odyssey-1485 4 года назад +1303

    My aunt is 60 and also has Down syndrome this hits home

    • @cutty-mg3kf
      @cutty-mg3kf 4 года назад +36

      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.

    • @neddyconstant5816
      @neddyconstant5816 4 года назад +7

      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

    • @neddyconstant5816
      @neddyconstant5816 4 года назад +5

      @@cutty-mg3kf May she rest in peace. Time 3:12AM Sat 9/21/19

    • @odyssey-1485
      @odyssey-1485 4 года назад +1

      Neddy Constant no not that I no if

    • @DomV123
      @DomV123 4 года назад +7

      Neddy Constant why do you put the time and date on your comments?

  • @Unknownz000
    @Unknownz000 4 года назад +754

    Funny that the doc said he'd die at 10 when the man probably outlived him

    • @windy5704
      @windy5704 4 года назад +67

      Doctor in heaven: *Pikachu face*

    • @Unknownz000
      @Unknownz000 4 года назад +33

      @@windy5704 ahm it's *surprised Pikachu face*

    • @perfectfae3534
      @perfectfae3534 4 года назад +1

      @@no-me8iz Seriously?

    • @no-me8iz
      @no-me8iz 4 года назад

      Orange Kitten ya

    • @timtecson9216
      @timtecson9216 4 года назад

      @@no-me8iz i dont think people will laugh at that joke

  • @harrylary5606
    @harrylary5606 4 года назад +948

    It's funny because even though he is 77 he still has a baby face.

    • @anntakamaki5616
      @anntakamaki5616 4 года назад +90

      It's adorable

    • @pearlkenz9346
      @pearlkenz9346 4 года назад +10

      Ann Takamaki Very ... c:

    • @pointx171
      @pointx171 4 года назад +1

      LmO

    • @rxza8578
      @rxza8578 4 года назад +13

      I don't see a baby face I see a man's face that's been through a lot

  • @mikrikbell
    @mikrikbell 4 года назад +163

    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... 😍🤓

    • @emmajohnson7034
      @emmajohnson7034 Год назад +3

      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

    • @ThatColin
      @ThatColin Год назад +1

      L

    • @Super.........
      @Super......... Год назад +2

      @@ThatColin 😐

    • @ThatColin
      @ThatColin Год назад +1

      @@Super......... no you

    • @melissaoiler2414
      @melissaoiler2414 Год назад +1

      ​​@@emmajohnson7034
      Justin
      Mom Melissa
      Stepdad mike
      Sister Danielle
      Sister misty
      Sister Megan
      Sister Michelle
      House manager Camille
      Nursing Stephanie

  • @3-17-22
    @3-17-22 4 года назад +269

    Doctors: you won’t live past 10
    George: no

    • @nadnam10
      @nadnam10 4 года назад +5

      Sirc he probably outlived the doctor

    • @TheRealFredbearPlush
      @TheRealFredbearPlush 4 года назад +2

      George: no, no I don’t think I will

    • @chumbly4857
      @chumbly4857 4 года назад

      @@nadnam10 ya prob because the doctor was born 50 years before him lmao

  • @itsquinci7879
    @itsquinci7879 4 года назад +127

    You won't live past ten
    George: uno reverse card

  • @alyssamurphy7792
    @alyssamurphy7792 4 года назад +49

    I'm sure he outlived that doctor that told him he wouldn't live past 10... way to go, George. You're absolutely amazing.

    • @dented_riddles9967
      @dented_riddles9967 11 месяцев назад

      Aha! That's hilarious. Good job man.

    • @Tad1945
      @Tad1945 5 месяцев назад

      He probably outlived that doctor and of his family and most friends to 👊.

  • @supermanisrad
    @supermanisrad 4 года назад +211

    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!

    • @windy5704
      @windy5704 4 года назад +2

      Good for her! It is great to hear she's having a lovely life!

  • @kevinpawl211
    @kevinpawl211 4 года назад +449

    Wow!If he lives past 80 I will be surprised! George has been in more relationships then me!

    • @dennisdavila8874
      @dennisdavila8874 4 года назад +4

      Raposa Minecraft isn’t it also kind of mean for the doctors to say he won’t live past 10? 🤣

    • @mkthebest366
      @mkthebest366 4 года назад +3

      Dennis Davila its not mean the doctors still tell people how long they got to live

    • @anthonyc4138
      @anthonyc4138 4 года назад

      @@dennisdavila8874 it's not mean

    • @bellakatherman1477
      @bellakatherman1477 4 года назад

      Dennis Davila how is that mean?

    • @liannamisa8078
      @liannamisa8078 4 года назад

      Dennis Davila why is that mean

  • @babygirlrhi
    @babygirlrhi 4 года назад +75

    He is adorable!! I hope the best for him and his niece 🥰

  • @robertojrreyes9332
    @robertojrreyes9332 4 года назад +299

    This is what I like to see in my recommended ❤️

    • @LiterallyMark1
      @LiterallyMark1 4 года назад +1

      michael harp hahahhaha

    • @F5_cena
      @F5_cena 4 года назад

      Really I thought you liked up close videos of pig butts

  • @Bigfoot_With_Internet_Access
    @Bigfoot_With_Internet_Access 4 года назад +240

    Doctor: He won't live past 10
    George: That's where you're wrong kiddo

    • @Danielito9320
      @Danielito9320 4 года назад +4

      Why would you call your doctor "kiddo"?

    • @iipixel8607
      @iipixel8607 4 года назад +11

      @@Danielito9320 maybe cause this is a joke?

    • @wednesdayaddams2550
      @wednesdayaddams2550 4 года назад +1

      Just like Stephen hawking

    • @912-pizza4
      @912-pizza4 4 года назад

      Sup I'm sub too you

    • @user-rf4qf5uf2i
      @user-rf4qf5uf2i 4 года назад +1

      Just Some Bigfoot With Internet Access cringe

  • @cking3345
    @cking3345 4 года назад +27

    0:56
    Grandpa still got moves😂😂😁

  • @blueberrywitheyes4934
    @blueberrywitheyes4934 4 года назад +29

    LOL, it was cute when he giggled about his girlfriend.

  • @lyndsie.makenna
    @lyndsie.makenna 4 года назад +69

    He's such a cute old man!! I hope he gets to live the rest of his life happily with his girlfriend!! 😭😍💜

    • @lyndsie.makenna
      @lyndsie.makenna 4 года назад

      @CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 Jee, thanks! 😅😂 🤗

  • @dellarodriguez7601
    @dellarodriguez7601 4 года назад +192

    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

    • @elizabethcortez4262
      @elizabethcortez4262 4 года назад +23

      Della Rodriguez everyone’s different

    • @labxrbie
      @labxrbie 4 года назад +2

      that’s not how it works

    • @yez06
      @yez06 4 года назад +1

      Kay Dani exactly what I was about to say lol

    • @fluffyseals9571
      @fluffyseals9571 4 года назад

      Della Rodriguez I have Aspergers and I act like an adult I'm 19 currently.

    • @userhbiron1806
      @userhbiron1806 4 года назад

      @Pigs In Da 6IX source?

  • @denisemoctezuma8632
    @denisemoctezuma8632 4 года назад +21

    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!!!

    • @gjeraldh2989
      @gjeraldh2989 2 года назад

      Hope he's still going strong! Best wishes.

  • @mdungethulile
    @mdungethulile 4 года назад +27

    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❤️❤️

  • @MJisLove4life
    @MJisLove4life 4 года назад +50

    *May George live another 77 years*

  • @justtwobrotherspokemon
    @justtwobrotherspokemon Год назад +7

    I know exactly what's been keeping him alive so long it's the love and support from his family which is beautiful❤

  • @vicjeneiryrivera8967
    @vicjeneiryrivera8967 4 года назад +45

    When and old person has a boyfriend or girlfriend AND YOU STILL SINGLE

    • @soyooin
      @soyooin 4 года назад +6

      @CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 down syndrome is not something to joke about

    • @briezyx2929
      @briezyx2929 4 года назад +8

      CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 someone with a fortnite profile picture is definitely under the age of 12

    • @briezyx2929
      @briezyx2929 4 года назад +7

      CRACKEDfortnitePRO 08 I take that back, you’re 11

    • @stevelearner4270
      @stevelearner4270 4 года назад

      @@soyooin yea cuz nobody likes a downer.

    • @aaAa-bp1yd
      @aaAa-bp1yd 4 года назад +1

      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

  • @gaaraizallmine
    @gaaraizallmine 4 года назад +13

    Aww how sweet! I had an aunt with Down Syndrome that lived to be 56. She passed away 2 years ago 😢

  • @9airpods917
    @9airpods917 4 года назад +27

    He lived even longer than people with Down Syndrome *today!* Isn’t that amazing???

  • @capefearlogger6773
    @capefearlogger6773 4 года назад +12

    I’m blessed to have learned about your story George ! Thankful for you , you have brightened my day.

  • @littlefunnywithsomemoney
    @littlefunnywithsomemoney Год назад +4

    RIP, George just died today at 80 years old.
    May his soul rest in peace 🙏🕊️✌️

    • @michaelfurlong8375
      @michaelfurlong8375 Год назад

      I can’t find any news reports of his death

    • @jasmeen2334
      @jasmeen2334 Год назад

      Oh really?!! So sad 😞😞😞 rip george he was beautiful soul ❤️❤️❤️

    • @Frenite
      @Frenite Год назад

      He died two years ago

    • @SimpleVR.
      @SimpleVR. Год назад

      No he died in 2020

    • @CoralluvXO
      @CoralluvXO Месяц назад

      RIP he lived a long life

  • @southernbelle4398
    @southernbelle4398 4 года назад +9

    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. 💙🙏💜

  • @holo4335
    @holo4335 4 года назад +6

    This guy is really blessed to live to 77 with downsyndrome

  • @bereketgenetu9870
    @bereketgenetu9870 4 года назад +91

    May Georgie live another 77 😁

  • @Giorxo
    @Giorxo 4 года назад +136

    Omg how cute is he😍😭❤️

  • @saroniikawaii
    @saroniikawaii 4 года назад +3

    My uncle passed away in his 40s, they always happy bring joys with them

  • @saltycashew9807
    @saltycashew9807 4 года назад +5

    My oldest brother is down syndrome. He's 37 and going strong!

  • @alaurahwillow155
    @alaurahwillow155 4 года назад +13

    I am one of George's carers. He is the loveliest man you could meet 😊 Quite stubborn though, but in a good way.

  • @loveyongbok
    @loveyongbok 4 года назад +1

    I just want to hug him. He is so positive.

  • @apfg3002
    @apfg3002 4 года назад +6

    Such a sweet and touching story. 💓

  • @mikecoffey8453
    @mikecoffey8453 Год назад

    Bless him , my brother just passed and he was 62 . Miss him.

  • @vegancaliou4913
    @vegancaliou4913 4 года назад +3

    He’s got a great family! God bless them

  • @nyla7922
    @nyla7922 4 года назад +1

    he’s so strong omg🥺

  • @likebarbie2554
    @likebarbie2554 4 года назад

    Bless her heart for taking care of him ❤️.

  • @paulinar505
    @paulinar505 4 года назад +2

    He looks happy and so pure :)

  • @Maranatha7557
    @Maranatha7557 4 года назад +1

    I hate it when doctors tell parents how long their disabled child will live. So glad George beat the dire prediction.

    • @Maranatha7557
      @Maranatha7557 4 года назад

      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.

  • @DesireeOneill
    @DesireeOneill 3 года назад +1

    Doctor: you won’t live past ten
    George : that’s the wrong number

  • @jordanwieseltier5763
    @jordanwieseltier5763 4 года назад

    Keep on trucking my man!

  • @lifegamechanger8572
    @lifegamechanger8572 4 года назад +7

    He's like a happy older baby

    • @alaurahwillow155
      @alaurahwillow155 4 года назад

      He's not a baby. It is rude to compare him to one.

    • @lifegamechanger8572
      @lifegamechanger8572 4 года назад +1

      @@alaurahwillow155 didn't say he was,he has the mind of a young toddler but a happy one

    • @alaurahwillow155
      @alaurahwillow155 4 года назад

      @@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.

    • @ladycheyne5607
      @ladycheyne5607 4 года назад

      @@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) 🤣😆

    • @alaurahwillow155
      @alaurahwillow155 4 года назад

      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.

  • @naomi8348
    @naomi8348 4 года назад +1

    He looks so happy, aww! 🥰

  • @jocelynh9107
    @jocelynh9107 4 года назад +1

    He is really brave and doesn't care what other say great job!

  • @bennyreid9719
    @bennyreid9719 4 года назад +18

    My uncle is like 57 with Down syndrome and he lives with my grand parents

  • @sizedcrayon5043
    @sizedcrayon5043 4 года назад

    It's nice to see that he's living Strong 💖🙏

  • @jordanmartineau8523
    @jordanmartineau8523 3 года назад +1

    Getting old is a gift!!

  • @rachelgibson1858
    @rachelgibson1858 4 года назад

    Way to show those doctors George. 10yrs and then some. Well done.

  • @pepperfox
    @pepperfox 4 года назад

    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.

  • @crystalkerstal
    @crystalkerstal 4 года назад +3

    George has to be the coolest 77 year old ever💕💕💕

  • @nicke1903
    @nicke1903 4 года назад

    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.

  • @heyitschanelle
    @heyitschanelle 4 года назад

    Aww he's so precious!

  • @kokob2263
    @kokob2263 4 года назад +12

    Omg i shouldn't be crying but he's so cute i think i love him 😭

  • @rybbles03
    @rybbles03 4 года назад

    What an inspiration! God bless you 🙂

  • @thelazydire
    @thelazydire 4 года назад +2

    'age of 10'..he lived almost 8x the amount of that

  • @mariaphares4783
    @mariaphares4783 4 года назад +8

    Oh my gosh, he is so precious!! 🤗😊❤️

  • @bettemimi4951
    @bettemimi4951 4 года назад

    He's So Adorable! And Happy!!
    God Bless You Young Man!!!

  • @KoovoParkolainen
    @KoovoParkolainen 4 года назад +4

    He has probably lived longer than the doctors that diagnosed him.

  • @GypsyWifeLife
    @GypsyWifeLife 4 года назад

    Omggg i wanna give him the biggest hug in the worlddd!!!! What a preciouss soul!!!!! I love him!!!

  • @masonstarship56
    @masonstarship56 4 года назад

    Awww love him!!! Best of luck!! God bless you!!!

  • @ognyena
    @ognyena 4 года назад

    My gosh ,hes so precious 🥺🙏💞

  • @deluxe8197
    @deluxe8197 4 года назад +1

    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

  • @tacotuesday7265
    @tacotuesday7265 4 года назад

    Omg this was so sweet it made me cry 😭

  • @Montana-Skies
    @Montana-Skies 4 года назад +5

    💋💋💋💋💋 George. I hope you have many more birthday's 💙💙🦋🦋 God Bless.

  • @daniella8400
    @daniella8400 4 года назад

    Bless his heart!

  • @RegularInvader
    @RegularInvader 4 года назад +2

    God bless George's heart.🤩

  • @alexvranesich6774
    @alexvranesich6774 4 года назад

    Outstanding, great story!!!!!

  • @Lisse...
    @Lisse... 4 года назад +1

    0:57 George getting lit

  • @nomo4u886
    @nomo4u886 Год назад +1

    That’s a blessing

  • @TheTishy44
    @TheTishy44 Год назад

    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.

  • @cocomunga
    @cocomunga 4 года назад

    He is lucky to have had such great care for his entire life.

  • @NinaDasher212
    @NinaDasher212 4 года назад

    What a blessing ❤️ Keep on kicking ❤️

  • @mrgray_1378
    @mrgray_1378 4 года назад +2

    When he stated dancing im was like 🥺🥺🥺

  • @AC-qi9wo
    @AC-qi9wo 4 года назад

    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.

  • @mrbill806
    @mrbill806 4 года назад

    Really sweet of his niece to be his caretaker

  • @brookeviceconte2044
    @brookeviceconte2044 4 года назад +3

    He is so adorable awww

  • @FrequencyORD
    @FrequencyORD 2 года назад

    Yeah, just gonna say it. This man is adorable, he deserves so much! Prey for him to live his life to the fullest!

  • @sia.offline
    @sia.offline 4 года назад

    Hope he lives much longer♡

  • @stoneygamer0420
    @stoneygamer0420 Год назад +1

    My uncle is 68 and has downs. So he’s coming close to the record. Please do a story on him

  • @propain243
    @propain243 Год назад

    The way he lit up when she mentioned his girlfriend was so wholesome.

  • @jakefromstatefarm36
    @jakefromstatefarm36 4 года назад +3

    I'm glad that he's happy never give up no matter what live your life have a good day

  • @mummy8666
    @mummy8666 4 года назад

    Bless him with of all of our heart

  • @odelkisojeda409
    @odelkisojeda409 4 года назад

    He is so cute I hope he lives many years more

  • @marimadat
    @marimadat 4 года назад

    Awwwe he is so lucky my grandpa was 77 when he had cancer and passed away

  • @snake6700
    @snake6700 4 года назад

    That's incredible.

  • @crossemary
    @crossemary 4 года назад

    BLESS HIM, OH MY...

  • @mikeramper6878
    @mikeramper6878 4 года назад +1

    He look so happy

  • @phoenixjnyc
    @phoenixjnyc 4 года назад +1

    Awwwwwww. He is so cute. God Bless him

  • @kibblethenerd2118
    @kibblethenerd2118 4 года назад

    THIS IS SOOOO WHOLESOME!!!!

  • @ms.williams6009
    @ms.williams6009 4 года назад +1

    I wish they gave him a microphone, I would love to hear his voice

  • @theksisters7206
    @theksisters7206 4 года назад

    Wowww...what a blessing 🙏🏾

  • @lifewitharyanna7921
    @lifewitharyanna7921 4 года назад

    This warms.my heart

  • @pureapparelclothingco.948
    @pureapparelclothingco.948 4 года назад

    Most adorable thing I seen all year🥺

  • @shototodoroki6553
    @shototodoroki6553 4 года назад +5

    the people who disliked this honestly has no heart😒.. this was beautiful❤️

  • @jocelynecupcake
    @jocelynecupcake 3 года назад +1

    God bless him he beat that record!

  • @beadyeyedragons2623
    @beadyeyedragons2623 4 года назад +14

    Love your vids inside edition 😁✌