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Autistic Twins Who Are Gentle Giants

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I just want to point out that the way Nick, Luke, and I bond in this interview may be different than the norm, but it's just as valid. We're just hanging out, respecting one another, and talking about our interests. I know I had a great time!

— @SpecialBooksbySpecialKids

Lucas and Nick are autistic (Level 3) twin brothers known by their family as "The Gentle Giants." At around 6'7" each, they attract attention everywhere they go, and people often stop and stare. But behind their towering stature are two kind brothers who love wearing matching shirts. Their loved ones hope that instead of watching from a distance, people will walk over, say hello, and ask Lucas and Nick about the things they enjoy, like movies and arcades.

Follow Nick and Luke at:

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well, feet bros are having a great time with this episode

— @ροορεε

https://www.facebook.com/LifeWithNickAndLuke/

https://www.tiktok.com/@nick_and_luke

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Chris gotta work on your pronunciation of Mamaw and Papaw :)

— @unamejames

More User Perspectives

8:20 what was that word? 😁

@ροορεε

When they say Mickey Mouse, Mickey Mouse on repeat it reminds me of frogs ribbiting in unison. Lol 🐸 🐸

@BethRazz

Amazing family !! So loving xx Also Chris your way of being is incredible 💜

@adrianakornatzka48

Tough situation. Raising two autistic kids and for them to grow to big men. It could be intimidating.

@peachycream

I have autism adhd

@iamgoodpeace1

That was really wholesome

@Smileguy21

The mom and grandparents are so sweet 🥹
Bless them all!

@Seroxm13

Mickey Mouse 🤣😅❤❤❤

@BloddyMaddy

This is great, thank you! Hi my kiddo is autistic. I wonder what their safe foods are?

@Thee_Enemy_Within

o fato de não sabermos o que eles estão pensando é simplesmente desesperador. Máximo de compaixão para a família ❤

@luizpaulo5472

Any change in their schedule can be frightening.

@tallywhacker1

Wow, Nicholas showed on the phone where he wants to go...
The faith of the parents.
And thank you for being so interactive and kind...

@piedpiper-q4m

The caregiver gives me Quentin Tarantino Vibes

@blinktwiceifyouneedhelp

I watched this interview with a big smile on my face :)

@KaiCornejo-no8zv

Mickey Mouse whole episode for work in and out

@AnthonyGaitanos-m7x

Mickey mouse. Those guys are great, love 'em

@SchlawienerWurst

Rocking the Godzilla shirts guys!

@BayneBloodmoon

Hi guys! I'm a very loud person so I actually love meeting people with auditory sensitivity because it helps me learn how to not enter every room like a hurricane.
There's a lot to learn here!

Edit, I have ADHD and I'm going to be be saying Mickey Mouse for the next week.

@caterpuss

I also have OCD, it’s not easy 😭

@Metallikat

Chris your the reason I'm going to school to work with kids with special needs 🥰

@boogerthegoat

Kept thinking let Luke go check for his movies, homie is on the edge of his seat waiting for his cool mail and I (asd Lvl 1) get it!! Nice to see everyone hanging out 😊

@giveemelle7862

Here I am watching and smiling.. beautiful family ❤😊

@thembisikhova9872

Godzilla shirts FTW

@Thatswhatisuptoobz

I love that the family plans trips around their interests and where they want to go! ❤

@Metallikat

I love buying old stuff from childhood on eBay too. We'd get along.

@Garrettdx1988

Wow such handsome kind gentlemen❤

@555sunnfun

They are such good spellers, language just seems to be the hardest thing, talking and hearing.....wow. That is so interesting. Prob better spellers than 70% of adults at least

@Duncansigurdsson

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@maryannhope

Love the Godzilla shirts!!!

@SebaRexBASH

nice mustache lucas!

@PapiCarl65446

Oh Chris, I love the way you’re communicating with these wonderful men. I just love this video and all of your work so much. We so much. Appreciate you bringing these videos.❤

@sobelsoprano

damn they are actual gentle giants

@GEORGEN242

Thanks for reminding us that autism is a spectrum and a disability, coming from someone who is mostly proud to be autistic . From here they seem adorable . I love sister in law’s honesty . Unfortunately if they were his own children it would be hard for anyone to accept . I would love to be a friend or caregiver to someone with profound autism but my own would get in the way. What is their P.O. Box so we can send his movie

@EvBev-p1p

Always love your videos. This was such a great family. Thank you Chris. ❤

@tanyajackson

You are the most patient person, Chris. I find your demeanor inspirational.

@kcrows4842

Probably tough communicating with them but a little patience goes a long way

@MMMlewis5592-q1b

I really appreciate modeling conversation techniques with folks who might use language in less typical ways, including checking in with family/people who are familiar without losing any flow/breaking contact.

@patriciasiemann7525

They love their brother

@VanessaDowney-r4z

Gentle giants , what lovely boys & a lovely family ❤

@val515

What a cool hang out! 🙌😎

@citation404

Mickey Mouse

@CrimeAndCards

Mickey Mouse

@zachkay1

They're fortunate to have such a great family

@tophmophie3324

Mickey mouse

@williamdabill

They have taught their mother and family so much like the grandmother talked about. From trying to "cure" autism to how aware she and the whole family is today. Loving kindness, compassion, patience, the list goes on..

Also a special shoutout to Batman and Robin

@superluigi-8522

Loved the Mikey Mouse jam.

@WeAreOpening

i would love to hang out with them just repeating words

@yoon7253