Patricia Williams, like many parents, wanted to share precious newborn photos of her son Redd, born in 2012. But she faced an unexpected challenge when she tried to share his photos with others.
Redd was born with white hair and later diagnosed with Oculocutaneous Albinism Type 1 (OCA1), a rare condition affecting 1 in 17,000 individuals worldwide. His parents, Patricia and Dale, were determined to raise awareness about albinism after experiencing bullying and misinformation.
When Rockwell, their second son, was born with the same condition in 2018, they were better prepared. However, they didn’t anticipate that his photos would be stolen and used in cruel memes. Instead of fighting it, they chose to ignore the negativity and focus on spreading awareness.
Patricia leveraged her large following to educate people about albinism, dispelling misconceptions and stereotypes.
She shared updates about her sons’ lives, showcasing their normalcy and abilities. Redd, who underwent eye surgery, now thrives in public school, and Rockwell is growing up confident and happy.
By sharing their story, the family aims to promote understanding and acceptance, proving that people with albinism are just like anyone else, deserving of love and respect.
