Dan Orlovsky was so emotional after son's World Autism Awareness Day speech
Madden Orlovsky had his father tearing up after this incredibly sweet moment on ESPN.
Thursday marked the internationally recognized day of World Autism Awareness and ESPN's "NFL Live" broadcast had a special visitor for the occasion. In a return appearance to the program, Madden Orlovsky ā the 14-year-old son of Dan Orlovsky ā was part of the afternoon's broadcast after taking part a year ago. Not only that, artwork from Madden Orlovsky was featured on the broadcast, including his drawing of the Philadelphia Eagles logo.
Earlier on in the program, Orlovsky received a swag bag of gifts from Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith alongside a video message. Then later, Orlovsky sung the Eagles fight song in a moment that had his father in tears from happiness. Here's the entire segment, which also includes a really sweet message from Madden Orlovsky to his family and friends.
Madden Orlovsky had a heartfelt message for his family and friends in honor of World Autism Awareness Day š„¹ This was a special moment for all of us at ESPN. Thanks, Madden and @danorlovsky7 ā¤ļø pic. twitter.
com/BnWu7cSXmV ā SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) April 2, 2026 Just a perfect moment between a father and son. This article originally appeared on For The Win: Dan Orlovsky was so emotional after son's World Autism Awareness Day speech