International sports icon Loretta Claiborne inspires Wiregrass Special Olympics athletes
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN)— Since march, the Special Olympics has taken off in the state of Alabama. But there’s a Special Olympics icon who have a few words to say to the athletes in the Wiregrass.
For Millennial’s and Gen Z, the name “Loretta Claiborne” brings us back to when Disney filmed Claiborne’s biopic in 2000. […]
DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN)— Since march, the Special Olympics has taken off in the state of Alabama. But there’s a Special Olympics icon who have a few words to say to the athletes in the Wiregrass.
For Millennial’s and Gen Z, the name “Loretta Claiborne” brings us back to when Disney filmed Claiborne’s biopic in 2000. Starring Actress Kimberly Elise portraying her, in “The Loretta Claiborne Story. ” Courtesy of The Walt Disney Company After the release of Claiborne’s biopic, she emerged as a sports hero not only for young Special Olympics champions but also for the broader younger generation, who hold her close to their hearts.
The global sports icon shared motivational words for the younger generation in the special Olympics here in the wiregrass. “So today you have these wonderful opportunities as an athlete. Be grateful, and think about what you have—that others don’t have…” Said, Claiborne.