Cillian O Connor

Cillian (17), is from Ireland. Diagnosed with autism and dyspraxia at age three, Cillian struggled to connect with others and often felt isolated. Then he discovered magic — and it gave him a voice. As his skills grew, so did his confidence, leading him all the way to Britain’s Got Talent in 2023, where he shared his story and finished in 3rd place.

Magic became more than a passion; it became a way to inspire others and spread awareness about neurodiversity. Cillian now travels the world, speaking at places like Stanford University and delivering a TEDx talk, encouraging people to focus on abilities rather than limitations. His message is simple: we may look different on the outside, but we’re all the same on the inside — so treat everyone with kindness and respect.

The impact is huge: his Britain’s Got Talent audition has been viewed over 600 million times worldwide, and his campaigns draw crowds of 500 to 2,000 people at events. Through it all, Cillian is helping build a more inclusive world where every child, different or not, can thrive.