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Christopher Joseph Burke (born August 26, 1965) is an American actor. He has become best known for his character Charles "Corky" Thatcher on the television series Life Goes On . Early years. Burke is the youngest of four children of Marian Burke, a retired trade-show manager, and Frank Burke, a retired NYPD inspector.
Aug 31, 2023 · Chris Burke, an American actor best known for his portrayal of Charles “Corky” Thatcher in the television series “Life Goes On,” has been a beacon of inspiration for many. Born with Down syndrome, Burke’s journey in the entertainment industry has been nothing short of remarkable.
Aug 22, 2014 · Chris Burke played Corky Thacher, beloved to fans ever since. And now the trailblazing actor is 48 and at home in New York City, and Oprah Winfrey's checking in with him for a segment on...
Life Goes On, which aired from 1989 to 1993, broke ground as the first primetime television show to feature a main character with Down syndrome. The show cen...
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Since making history in the '90s as the first primetime television star with Down syndrome, Chris Burke has found a new way to advocate for people with disab...
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Chris Burke was born on 26 August 1965 in Point Lookout, New York, USA. He is an actor, known for Life Goes On (1989), Mona Lisa Smile (2003) and North & South: Book 3, Heaven & Hell (1994).