The two-hour season finale of A&E's Emmy-winning series Born This Way premieres next Wednesday, September 5 at 8pm ET/PT with the wedding of two cast members, Angel and Cristina. The emotional episode follows the couple in the days leading up to their wedding and the momentous event that they celebrated with their family and friends, including the entire Born This Way cast. Weddings are important occasions for anyone, but for people with Down syndrome and their families, it hold special significance, giving hope to the entire Down syndrome community that there is no dream that is out of reach.
About Born This Way
The groundbreaking series "Born This Way" provides an intimate look at a diverse group of young men and women with Down syndrome as they pursue their passions and lifelong dreams, explore friendships, romantic relationships and work, all while defying society's expectations. The series also gives a voice to the parents, allowing them to talk about the joy their son or daughter brings to their family, and the challenges they face in helping them live as independently as possible.
In the new season, the group looks to push their boundaries even further and assert the independence they have cultivated over the past three seasons. Cristina and Angel struggle to agree on the details for their upcoming wedding as their parents grow nervous about what this next step will mean for their futures. Rachel and Megan look to take their own leap and move into their own place together without their parents. John and Steven work towards getting their driver's licenses, while Elena embarks on a new serious relationship. Sean also has a new girlfriend and a growing business that is taking up more of his time.
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