On Monday’s Australian Story, viewers will meet Michael Theo, a young man who defied the odds and found his voice after being diagnosed with autism at a young age. Michael’s journey to self-discovery and his rise to becoming a global star will be revealed.
As a boy, Michael Theo faced challenges with his initial non-verbal state, but a fascination with animated film and television sparked a transformation. He spent hours reciting scripts, especially drawn to the villains, and this unique interest helped him learn to speak. Despite being marginalized by peers and facing low self-esteem during his teenage years, Michael held on to an unlikely dream: to become an actor.
His life took an unexpected turn in his mid-20s when his search for love led him to the TV series Love on the Spectrum. Audiences in Australia and worldwide fell for his straight-talking romantic personality. Soon, a TV director came calling, curious to see if Theo could act, and his dream became a reality.
Australian Story: Michael Theo airs Monday, 30 September 2024, at 8:00 pm on ABC Australia.
