The Brother And Sister Who Age Too Fast | BORN DIFFERENT
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DESPITE there being only 155 known cases worldwide, a brother and sister BOTH live with progeria - an incredibly rare disease that makes them age too fast. Siblings Michiel and Amber Vandeweert have progeria, a genetic condition characterised by the signs of accelerated, and premature, ageing. Experiencing problems with their bones, teeth and hair growth, patients with progeria have a very short life expectancy with most not seeing out their teen years. But that hasn’t stopped Michiel, 20, and Amber, 12, living their best life together - the inspirational siblings from Belgium have truly defied all odds up to this point and show no signs of slowing down. Daredevil, Michiel, stands at just 4 foot 1 inch and loves to race around a track at Go Karting and snowboard with his friends. Amber, 3 foot 7 inches, has a great a passion for dancing and describes herself as playful. When Michiel was born, doctors said it was verging on impossible for the Vandeweert family to give birth to a second child who also had the disease, and so when Amber was diagnosed eight years after her brother, everyone fell into a state of shock. No one expected the siblings to be in this position, but they remain thankful to this day that they have each other as their greatest support. To follow their story, click here:
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"The oldest child with progeria was 26, so I'm going to try and beat that record" This is the beauty of strength in human nature
HouseChimp it breaks me to know he passed a month ago
kyana mn really how you know
yvonne castillo i live in belgium that is where they’re from and it was big news here
kyana mn aww that’s so sad
kyana mn hoe oud was hij geworden?
"I'm going to try to make it to 30" I am gonna cry, they deserve more
That statement made cry more
They should live to be 100!
I have to like cause the like is 666
:(
Nah they gotta live till the extinction of humanity !!
As of NOVEMBER 2022, they're both still alive! He's 23 now and she's 15. God bless them - I hope they get much more time still to come.
aw yay!
:D
Wow really that’s awesome
he’s 24 and she’s 17
God willing
To know that the boy has friends that let his little sister hang around them, is amazingly beautiful 😍
Yes :)
Ikr
My brother made his friends hang around with me which was pretty cute
My brother’s friends bully me 😭
@@numetaltradgirl is ur brother aware of that?
I love how the brother goes bowling with his friends and sister at the same time. Most brothers don’t want there sister around when he is with his friends.
they are bonded for life
it was very sweet to see
@@sarahelizabeth7736 omg I have a brother too and well I've kinda had the same experiences xD
Brothers around the world are same! Haha
Your right is happened to somebody and most people doesn't like their mom to or that because they don't want to show their friend so they just mean to
I never seem to bug my brother when he is with his friends because I want him to have fun. But he usually invites me to play Fortnite with him and his friends.
His friends are my friends now
Basicallyabananoter lol
okay but michiel has friends that let his 12 year old sister hang with them wow get yourself a brother with friends like this
My brother has like 20 friends and their all like 24 and im only 8 and i hang out with them like their my brothers :>
I already have one that lets me do that lol. He even lets me hang out with him and his girlfriend
@@strawberrycatzzz awww
Glad I’m not the only one who noticed
My brother has 7 friends. And I have seen only 2 of his friends. But only in photos and I didn't even see the others. Even My mom and dad saw all his friends.
Amber really surprised me, she is just 12 but the way she is and talks makes me feel like she's already 15-18.
@Accidental genius I never said they were, I only said amber is very mature for her age
@Piano Kid We?
@@krainanimates3256 they're probably also a 'mature' 12yo
Yeah, she acts like 16
Well, she’s already 80.
I honestly wish i had friends like him, his friends fully support him, it’s nice to see some people have kind hearts.
Sammeee❤️✨
Sameeeee
Yeah its true!!
When he said the life expectancy is 12 years, my heart broke for him. So glad he made it past the expectancy! I would be sad knowing my life expectancy. I would rather not know and die unexpectedly. But we are all different.
@Joe Volvo agreed!
@Joe Volvo That is why i said we are all different. That was my opinion. We should live life to the fullest now because guess what??! we can die anytime. Sometimes from accidents, sudden sickness or anything like that!
@Joe Volvo no
@Joe Volvo Shut up..No!
Who knows..knowing when u are going to die may help u start living your life and not take it for granted...many of us dont admire life until its too late
. Watching these kids makes you realise how much you take for granted. Life is hard but someone out there in the world is suffering worse than you. Never take life for granted. If you are happy healthy then you are very blessed in this life .
M A well said!! 🙏🏼🙌🏼❤️
I genuinely hate my life
M A ..Amen🙏
We all gotta die some day
Y’all act like mental illness ain’t real
The older brother melts my heart the way he takes care of his sister and the girl is just cute. Such strong young adults.
The world needs more people like Michiel's friends
Why are people with disabilities and pain so sweet and the ones that are cruel, rude and spoilt go through no pain?
Jj Jj because it’s the disability that gives them gratitude in the first place
Disabled people can't really afford being rude and cruel, because they are dependant on others. It wouldn't be a good idea to anger others when you are in need of their help.
they're humble because of their disability
I have a disability also
The cruel, rude and spoilt are often those who are rich and have everything done for them
And everyone goes through pain at a point in life
i'm from belgium and i saw them irl a few times. never really talked to them but they seemed really kind and happy
Ivan Hardon 16, why?
@@leaf111 Talk to them, say hello. You can see they are human just like all of us...i am sure it would make them smile.
Nothing like U i haven't seen them in a while and i don't like talking to strangers because i never know how to start a conversation. they would think i'm only talking to them because they're 'different'. i totally agree with your point, but talking to them despite usually not talking to other strangers would mean i'm treating them differently because of their disease you know what i mean? i did smile at them, but if i would randomly talk to them it might make them feel uncomfortable
@@leaf111 Honestly, a good conversation starter would be "I saw ur video on RUclips" just a thought...
She was on nickelodeon, wasn’t she?
Being different is what makes all of us beautiful
Yeeesss🥺😌😌
yes and they are so cute
"we're da... siblings with progeria."
- most lovely person on the face of this planet. 💖💖
Their English is better than most ppl who live in my state of California.
Eileen D they’re Dutch
Eileen D nope Belgian, my mistake.
i agree. lmao
because we have a good school system
Eileen D ..okay?
Imagine, having your first child be diagnosed with it, and then your second. Heartbreak twice 🙁
FlashBack Mary sounds like celebration twice because they have amazing kids with so much wisdom
Omg flashback Mary hi lol
I know more than one set of twins with autism. Both twins have autism. Both sets.
They shouldn't have made the second child
Be positive dude
She is 12 me too
She likes dancing me too
LET'S BE FRIENDS
She is at least 13 now probably 14
@@jonr7362 oh okay thanks for telling me
Stupid lol
@@blackmakeitchop6693 ok
@Love Myself Awh your not stupid ! You are so smart and kind!
Amber (the girl) looks so cute, she’s really beautiful! And the boy, he is really kind and cute too!
Oh my goodness, the girl has a really sweet face 👸👸
Kate's Videos that’s your own opinion
Thats what i thought too
Kate's Videos hun stop judging u bet you have a big 👃
Kate's Videos that’s rude shut up everyone is beautiful even she is
I thought that too but she'll be all right God bless you
Aww they’re so sweet I hope they live long happy life’s
Unicorndogloverfluffybutt that’s not how this works
Woot Woot That’s sad but so true
Woot Woot yeah I know I just want them to live as long as they can
Unicorndogloverfluffybutt sadly they cannot achieve that
Lives
He’s 20, sounds like he’s 8, looks like he’s 70, god bless his soul. And he did go-karts? Neat.
As of 2022 they’re now 23 and 15 respectively
1:17 Omg her eyes are so pretty and they are so cute together ❤
cappppppppppp
@@stingy8029 please stop.
@@omwreck5546 no ur just giving them false hope
@@stingy8029 what false hope? I'm saying that i really like her eyes and that they're both really cute. that's it.
@@stingy8029 How is saying eyes are cute giving false hope
He's low-key good looking tbh :)
they all look the same to me
meggie x love that for u 😂❤️
LikeMe_Jahmaysa AFSPEELLIJSTEN
tbh stands for To Be Honest
LikeMe_Jahmaysa AFSPEELLIJSTEN to be honest
True
Belgium!! 🇧🇪🇧🇪🇧🇪🇧🇪🇧🇪
Love these 2. They are so adorable & I wish them all the best :)
God bless 'em
no one be treated different because they look different
How these two parents can cope with their reality everyday, knowing that the're probably gonna outlive both their children... ADMIRABLE!
Their adults
@@momod5575 Ok that doesn’t change anything in Carlos G’s statement
@@momod5575 ???
They honestly dont look bad. They have really sweet faces 😁
Don't look bad?? Are you kidding? People with progeria look terrible! Progeria is a terrible disease. They are really sweet but to say that they look Good or pretty is a straight Up lie.
@@tashas5074 its not that bad :l
That's what God said in the Qur'an we give the unbelievable good life and at end they all go hell
@@mohammedsaid6878 huh
Tasha S you are so mean..
"Hey you arent supposed to be drinking and your like 10!"
"Im literally 20"
they needa be 21
@@krainanimates3256 nope 16 is the drinking age in elgium where they live
@@anamika1576 21 is the age where i live.
@@krainanimates3256 same
This guys are cute, they made me cry and my day, I want God to bless them every day, love you all😍😍😍
You two are inspirational & very strong. I'm sorry you both have been struck with this horrible & deadly disease. Staying positive is your major strength & you two are beautiful. Wow.......... 🤔
Annette Johnson this man can drive like can he be my teacher
it’s so sweet how close Michiel and Amber are. when i was 12, my sister was 19, and she wanted absolutely nothing to do with me. i mean she still loved me of course, but the age gap really created a barrier. i’m glad they have each other as support systems!
You can see that Michiel is protective of his sister. I love that.
they deserve more time! “I’m going to try make it to 30” I couldn’t!I cried💕
My gosh the girls face is so pretty
IKR
And the boys is so handsome
And her eyes😍😍😍😍
Prettier than u haha
If you're blind.
They'll live long Can I hear an Amen !!! Or like
Ameen
The great amen
Amen ❤️
Amen
Amen 🥰
I'm so glad the brother & sister have each other :)
They're so sweet & adorable ❤️❤️...Like the way she leans her head against his shoulder & how he has his arms around her even while they were outside bowling. Their bond is really strong, that much is obvious even through the screen. It's really precious to watch & something that many of us wish we had with the people around us. Their parents & friends are also so amazing, loving & supportive. I wish you & your loved ones the very best, Michiel & Amber!! ❤️
He's so loving towards his sister both are awesome
Parents you hit the jackpot with the blessing of your children
Awesome family ❤ God bless them.
He didn't though, did he?!
@@annnee6818 You'd have to ask the family to answer that question. They seem to live satisfying lives with a loving family, friends and interests. God does not promise us easy lives. He offers us salvation.
Having a sibling that also has progeria might sound like a good thing, but think about this: the disease causes death at around 13-17 years of age. Can you imagine how it must feel having the one person who understands you die and serve as a reminder that your death is coming up very soon. And the one person who was just like you won’t be able to support you, because he’s dead
There is a woman with it in her 40s.
I am so sorry is he still with you sorry if this is insensitive but you are so amazing
And the parents. Imagine, after that time has passed they won’t have any children anymore😔😔 it’s so sad but hopefully scientist will find a cure for this sometime😊
@@gbrown932 Yes but that woman didn't already start showing the typcial progeria 'symptoms' at birth, they only found out she had it when she was in her thirties. So she's different from amber en michiel
@@maxbromet4365 why you wrote that here? Stupid
I admire you BOTH so much, I will not feel sorry for myself anymore. Thank You !!
They both are such lovely people! Their positive outlook on life is so touching and this world would be such a different place if most people were that resilient, even while facing such adversity! I wish the both of you good health and happiness!!!!
I love his style tho😍
IKR
Dude has drip
What a lovely family!
It’s so funny how when you’re physically different, suddenly you understand what’s important in life….. I’m rooting for both of them. So precious
When you look different and society doesn't accept you, it's hard to live like everyone else, These people and I live most of our lives alone, people laugh at us, observe us, oppress us. at some point you realize that this is just how your life looks and will look like this. The only thing we can do is ignore other people, live for our family and make our dreams come true by ourselves. If someone accepts us, it's nice, but for example, I've been ridiculed and insulted by other people all my life. Every day is a nightmare for me. I leave home for work and people just stare and laugh. Same at work. I look different than everyone else and I understand that for someone my face may seem funny, ugly and disgusting but you don't have to treat me like some alien. If it wasn't for my parents, I would have committed suicide a long time ago. I cry every day and I can't deal with the problems but I don't want to hurt them.
@@degiilandir6314 I just saw this. Thank you for sharing your story ❤️ real beauty has very little to do with what you physically look like, so the ones who stare or mistreat you do not have good taste at all. I’m sure your parents are grateful for staying with them although you feel otherwise, but I think your future self will thank you as well because you clearly have an important job to do on this earth. Not everyone is strong enough to handle progeria, but you are ❤️ your story has softened my heart and if I can anything to be an ear to listen to or a friend, just let me know.
@@girlonatightrope9395 Thank you for your kind words. I really appreciate it. 🖤
Siblings with no problems fight SO MUCH!!!
And siblings that are struggling with so many health issues be so GOOD
I wanna hug these two delicate souls,they are a blessing,i will pray for you and your family!
It must be a genetic combination that is happening between the two parents that has caused both children to be born with this illness. It is such a rare illness that coincidence of them having two children with progeria is just far too unlikely to actually happen. The parents (although seemingly healthy) must have some DNA that is causing the cell mutation to have two kids with progeria.
D. Hull ....obviously it’s a genetic change ...it’s a genetic disorder
D Hull, I know what you're saying and I totally agree. The parents should offer to be genetically studied, because clearly there is something very prevalent in both of their DNAs, that when combined, creates the progeria mutation. The odds for both children having it must be off the charts.
simplycbh I literally just said that what are you on about
progeria is not hereditary at all, it is a genetic mutation caused after birth. It's unlikely to be siblings with it but of course possible. I think there are two or three other pairs of siblings with progeria?
Meghan Waldron
There are no other cases of NON multiple birth siblings with progeria. This is either an extreme and unlucky coincidence or something of a bad combination of their particular genetics. It’s just how rare the occurrence of having two kids with progeria is that throws me into thinking it must be something they’re genetics are doing when combined
It makes me really happy that they’re able to find happiness through all of the difficulties of their life. They both seem like really good people
They are so adorable, I want to be there with them. It’s amazing how this world is so big, everyone is so unique, and there can exist so much love. ❤️❤️❤️This video made me happy to see how strong they are
✨What a lovely pair of siblings! You can feel all the love they have for one another..I just wanna squeeze them both in a big bear hug! (But softly) You are both awesome, and incredibly brave! Much love sent your way!😊✨🌟💖
I’ve got to say, I’ve seen a lot of documentaries on individuals with Progeria, and these two look very healthy for their ages!! I’m beyond happy for them and their supportive family, who definitely take care of each other (: i wish them the best
“ I’m going to make it to 30!”
Me: you should live “till 100”
Thats kind of old even if you dont have the condition
I mean, who wouldn’t want to live a long happy life?
It's very beautiful to see so very much hope and love with this trouble
Awww they are so cute💞
This 20 year old Michiel is a Chad, I swear. He's cool AH.
What an upstanding valiant young man. His sisters overflowing obvious sweetness is remarkable. Their parents sound thoughtful and convinced regarding what is neccessary to achieve the correct amount of support these 2 need AND deserve. Strong unit here functioning quite well and showing the definition and importance of FAMILY.
26? Isn’t there a lady with progeria that’s 46 and she’s also on this show
I think so I saw her too
Yes, but she is 41 or 42 I believe. Tiffany lives in my town and makes really cool candles! I know there are different types of progeria so maybe they mean the longest living person with their type?
She’s 43 as of 2020 her name is Tiffany wedekind she lives in Columbus Ohio and I believed to be the oldest with progeria she’s believed to be because they don’t know if before so ya just searched this up :)
Shes got a very atypical form.
They are so beautiful to me. I pray for a cure so they may live a very long life. God bless them.
So sad that the parents are probably going to have to experience both of them passing away. They'll have some great memories though and that's what matters in the end.
Ik 😔
Think positive..
matt hansen bro why u say things like that? Live in the moment like their children are tryna do.
This story is powerful as well as heartbreaking. There are so many other's out there that truly go through so much more than we could possibly fathom. These siblings being 2 of them! Their strength is admirable, and the strength of their parents as well. Does anyone know how these two are doing as of late? I hope they both outlive their 30's and well into their 60's or 70's. I do wonder though, if they were to make it to older age. What would the effects be on their bodies? The quality of life? I'm so glad to see them living the best they can, and striving to be the best they can be and as happy as they can be. Such a heart warming story of the love between a brother and sister who share the same illness.
1:22 his tiny fingers texting is so cute
these kids have an amazing attitude :))
treeoflife 2015 the boy is not a kid
That is beautiful. A brother and his sister sharing the same diagnosis!! That’s very inspiring!
It’s not beautiful, it’s heartbreaking
Their voices gives so much relief ! And hats off to this whole family .
Imagine if adalia rose met them it would be so wholesome ❤
Adalia died a week or so ago😭
They unity between the siblings, parents, and friends is what love truly is "beautiful".
Bless them 😭❤️
Yeah God bless them please it's sad for them I feel sad for them and I'm almost
@@josephsein7693 Well God clearly didn't bless them did he.
i loved this!!! i love their strength and courage to live life to the fullest even through bad times.
I think it’s so amazing to have different people in the world like them! ❤️
They just make my day 🥰
No matter how they look they will always be like us
Right it doesnt matter how they look but they will be always humans
Amber has the sweetest voice!! It's so adorable! God bless them and their family.💕💕
It is truly a miracle that they can be here among us, sharing their experiences. I hope only the best for them and the rest of their family, ofc.
I feel like it's a blessing that both children have Progeria ❤ Cause they can show each other support & love & relate because they have the symptoms & it brings them even closer as siblings ❤❤ It's heartbreaking they are in pain & age faster but the way they look at life is beautiful & it's inspiring 💕 Thank you guys for sharing
SO INSPIRING!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!!!
OMG THANKS FOR THE LIKES!!!
I just watched a video of a 41 year old woman with progeria. Her mother is the oldest with progeria but hers is very mild. I hope you both live much longer and I wish you both a very happy life!💕
I gotta admit, they both have some of the most beautiful eyes I have ever seen. Stay strong you two! :)
I love both their personalities and the fact that he brings his sister is awesome (my brother doesn't even take me to the store) love this!!❤️
I love that he spends a lot of time with his sister. They're so sweet, im crying
3:17 i seriously thought it was a mini ford
Amazing personalities these two have.
Amber is a sooooo smart person!! Her vioce hit my heart ! Her Voice sound like an Angel
I hope they’re doing good now
You guys are unique in your own way ❤❤
Omg i cried this is so beautifull😭😭😭❤❤❤❤
These two are such an inspiration. One part of me wants to feel pity for them, being born with this condition and all of the challenges that come with it. But there are always 2 different perspectives to life. I see these 2 as great role models, who can teach us so much about how best to live our lives each day, and live in the moment, and stop spending so much time worrying about past or future, which, for them, may not even be! Yet, they are LIVING! As all of us CAN DO AS WELL! I hope these 2 will set world records for longest life span, and get their names printed in the Guinness Book of World Records one day!
Awwwww such a sweet family may god bless them! 😘❤️😍🙏🥰❣️💕💓💞💝💘💖
Live happily in which ever condition you are
If you age fast then problem
If you age slow then problem
Problem everywhere
As of June 13 2024 they are both still alive and Michael MADE IT TO 26! So happy for them!!!
Aw but there actually adorable 😭😭❤️❤️❤️
He also seems like a amazing brother
Human are humans💕
Sometimes I think failed hybrids.
I agree with u human r human. I'm happy they got each other
Hlengiwe Zungu failed hybrids ?
the more you know
I’m here looking at kids with progeria after adalia roses death. 😭😭😁 she was only 15
She died? I had no idea! That is awful
While we plan for a successful career within 30,they are planning to LIVE till 30. This definitely breaks my heart 💔 But also they teach us a new way of life ❤ More love and power to the brother and sister duo 🥺
Beautiful young lady and handsome young man he is very smart.
Very positive, when they have every reason to have a bad outlook
God gives his hardest battles to his toughest soldiers. You guys are so special. Keep going, you've got this.
I'am so happy you found friends like this, who support and love you.... and i 've deep respect for you both....my son is sometimes so unhappy and without respect, and he have everithings, and every little challenge is so incredible difficult... a few minutes in your live would show to him what a challenge really is...and you guys arent amazing....wow....
I don't think you'll see the message, but i ask....
Who made this amazing three with the pink flowers???❤️🍄🌺🌹🌷🌸🥀❤️