Fat Joe was just 19 years old when he learned that his newborn son, Joey, had Down syndrome.
The child’s mother wanted to give him up for adoption and later left their lives entirely. Fat Joe refused.
With the help of his parents, he raised Joey on his own while trying to build a music career.
Years later, Joey was also diagnosed with autism. Despite the challenges, Fat Joe has repeatedly described his son as the biggest blessing in his life and calls him the “Don” of the family.
Juan has dedicated his life to helping others, from organizing food drives to supporting families in need. Now, he needs our help as he battles a serious illness.
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