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3/28/2008 1:26 PM PDT BY TMZ STAFF
Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da

The 42-year-old Goodwill Ambassador for the National Down Syndrome Society resurfaced at a Broadway opening on Thursday, looking exceptionally good.
Chris Burke
With twin brothers Joe and John DeMasi, Chris tours the country as part of their three-piece folk band.

Chris is editor-in-chief of the National Down Syndrome Society's magazine, Straight Talk.


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Sheri:  1417 days ago

I used to watch that show and really loved it. He did a great job. Anyone who would make fun of any person with a disability will stand before God one day and account for it. It won't be so funny then, will it? You should be ashamed of yourselves. Good for you, Chris - and I think you look terrific! God bless you, Honey.

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cori:  1417 days ago

how sweet.

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Daveshould die:  1417 days ago

Hey Dave-
Seems like your dad wasted a wad on you. The world would be a better place if you were flushed in the rubber. But...anyway.....Go Corky!!!!!

I bet Corky can spell retard. Dave, you should bow to him for his superior intellect. Maybe he can tutor you? Naw....looks like he's got tons of better things to do!!!

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Daveshould die:  1417 days ago

Hey Dave--seems like yet another wasted wad. You should have been flushed in the rubber.
I bet Corky can spell retard. Maybe he can tutor you? Naw....looks like he has better things to do. You should bow to his superior intellect.

Go Corky!!!

And for the dork who posted the nasty message about gum disease, it goes hand in hand with Down Syndrome.

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Beavis:  1417 days ago

DAMN LOOKS LIKE A RETART!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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pjblogger:  1417 days ago

Hello Chris! It is good to see you on the TMZ pages looking well and happy. Loved you as Corky. Keep the faith!

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me:  1417 days ago

um, i just wondered about him the other day im ready for a nap too...

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derrrrr derrr egeefg derr:  1416 days ago

What a retart.

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Specailk007:  1416 days ago

In regards to #4 poster Masha... WTF? Your post about Idol contestant doesn't make any sense when its supposed to be about Corky.

ANYWAYZ.... I was suprised to see how well Corky seems to be doing. He has aged well too, but that's a face I never expected to see again.

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Diane from Long Island:  1416 days ago

He was such an incredibe talent. He needs another TV show!

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hater:  1415 days ago

dave...I'm with you... f'n sympathizers...i would have aborted
been around plenty of retards and they are quite disgusting.

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Jessica:  1415 days ago

Corky was the only reason I watched Life Goes On! I was in complete awe of him. I loved how he was given a strong role instead of being the comic relief. I think that Chris is a walking miracle considering that most people with Down's don't make it past the age of 35...and he's 42!! All I have to say to Chris is: I love you man! I hope you continue to be an inspiration to the world. Live long my friend.

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Beavis:  1415 days ago

To B.Bo you are right.. you are also a "RETART"!

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trixie:  1413 days ago

WOW CORKY YOU LOOK GOOD NICE TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE DOING WELL KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK

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AnAngel'sMom:  1398 days ago

I am so glad to read that Chris is having continued success in his life. I was a big fan of his show and was disappointed when it ended. Being a mother of a 2-year-old Down syndrome child, I can only hope he is as highly functional as Chris is, and it is impressive how well he had handled his fame over the years. Fame comes with a price, though. Its hard to believe how cruel and ignorant people can be in this day and age, although the overwhelming majority is positive. I would rather have a Down syndrome child any day than raise a child that behaves like Mr. Wasser. I wonder how proud his parents are of him... Seeing a couple of these comments, it helps prepare me for some of the ridicule my son will have to face, although I expect that is life will be overall very sweet and uncomplicated.

By the way, Down syndrome people don't develop heart problems. Many have heart or intestinal abnormalities at conception, including an extra chromosome (which is what Down syndrome is). Due to medical advancements most Down syndrome people live much longer than in their 30s. Kudos to Chris's brothers, too, for being so loving and supportive. I wish you all the best and God's continued blessings.

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