Biographies of Famous Personalities in the World of Adoption - Adoptees Adoptive Parents Birth Paren
Biographies of well-known adoptees, adoptive parents, and birth parents include authors, playwrights, actors, politicians, sports figures, and more.
Edward Albee (1928- ) Brief annotated biography of playwright Edward Albee, who was adopted as an infant.
John James Audubon (1785-1851) John J. Audubon, adoptee, is best known for his remarkable drawings of birds, and for his connection with the Audubon Society, which was named for him.
Gladys Aylward (1903?-1970) If the name doesn't ring a bell, perhaps the movie "The Inn of the Sixth Happiness" will remind you of this remarkable woman.
Bertha "Grandma" Holt (1904-2000) Bertha Holt, who with her late husband Harry, opened the way to international adoption, died July 31, 2001, at age 96.
Dave Thomas (1932-2002)The founder of Wendy's restaurants was a tireless advocate for adoption. We remember his contributions and mourn his passing.
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