Kennedy Garcia

About

Professional dancer and model best known for her heavily recurring role as Felicity on the long running soap opera Days of Our Lives. She was first discovered by American Girl and became the first model with Down syndrome to work for the iconic brand. Her success with American Girl led to a campaign with Mackenzie Ziegler for Justice as well as print and commercial campaigns for Claire's, Disney, Instagram, Cardi B's 2023 McDonald's Super Bowl Commercial, and many more. He has been listed as one of the top 10 actors with Down syndrome, recognized for her roles in various TV shows, namely This Is Us, 9-1-1, and Sesame Street, among others.

Before Fame

She began dancing at a young age and was a competitive dancer for 10 years with a background in ballet, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, and hip-hop. 

Trivia

The short film Brownies, in which she guest stars, was officially selected for the 2024 Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase. She is a sought-after public speaker, and has spoken at Adam Morgan Foundation, and at over 100 middle schools, high schools, and colleges nationwide speaking candidly about her journey with Down syndrome and educating her audience on how to be friends with people with disabilities. She is also a cancer survivor, and gives back to her community by working with several nonprofits supporting both childhood cancer and Down syndrome.

Family Life

She was born and raised in the United States.

Associated With

She was featured on Anthony Padilla's hit YouTube show "I Spent a Day With."