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The annual Late Late Toy show was once again packed with toys, but more than that it was a showcase for some amazing kids, none other than East Cork’s Adam King.
The school boy appeared on the Toy Show special with host Ryan Tubridy to tell him and the more than 1.5 million people who had tuned in to his plan for the future: he will be captain of NASA, the space agency. American.
In a heartbreaking moment, Adam got out of his wheelchair and explained to Turbidy that while he can’t be an astronaut because he has brittle bones, he can certainly be a commander on the ground.
“Instead, you can be the guy with the mic down on the ground,” Tubridy said.
In the surprise we all needed given the past year, Adam also met his hero, John Doyle, and while Doyle may not have the name recognition of a pop star or Premier League player, he is’ the best hospital porter in Ireland. “
Adam knows Doyle well from his hospitalizations at Temple St Children’s Hospital in Dublin. Adam, clearly delighted, greeted his friend John, a true hero.
The frontline worker told the nation that “Adam has such a contagious smile that even the darkest planet would light up.”
Adam was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI). It is a condition that causes brittle bones and stunted growth, which can make you prone to fractures.
Mayo scientist and astronaut candidate, Dr. Norah Patten, tweeted to Adam, telling the Killeagh boy that he was a star and that she would love to see us sometime.
The Irish Embassy in Washington also stepped in to tweet Adam and tell him that they will be contacting NASA on his behalf.
Adam’s father, David, tweeted that the family of six was overwhelmed with messages of support from across the country.
“It’s time to dream about space; he’s already aiming for the stars. Thank you all so much. Especially thanks to everyone at @RTELateLateShow.”
The Toy Show was diverted this year and instead of a competition, an appeal was launched to raise funds for Irish charities.
Host Ryan Tubridy said: “Every year at the Toy Show we are inspired by children across Ireland with stories of hope, resilience and triumph over adversity. In this exceptional year, we have been touched by the generosity of the children of Ireland when they have cared for each other and the less fortunate in their communities.
“Tonight at the Toy Show, we launch this appeal to spread the magic of the Toy Show throughout the year to the children who need it most.”
By the end of The Late Late Toy Show, the appeal had raised a staggering 5.2 million euros.
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