Chris Pratt to be Special Olympics ambassador

Chris Pratt with wife Katherine Schwarzenegger

Hollywood actor Chris Pratt and wife Katherine Schwarzenegger have been roped in to be the global ambassadors for the Special Olympics ahead of the 2022 Games in Orlando.

The star couple made the announcement on Instagram, with Pratt saying he and Schwarzenegger are "humbled and honoured" to be receiving the distinction. "Katherine and I are so humbled and honoured to be joining Special Olympics as global ambassadors. Come with us as we rocket the #InclusionRevolution to new heights," he wrote. The Guardians of the Galaxy star then praised Marvel Studios for "taking the lead and committing to hire a Special Olympics athlete as a paid production assistant on the set of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3."

"The studio's partnership with Special Olympics is an excellent step in showing the importance of diversity and celebrating the outstanding capability of those with intellectual disabilities. We are hoping Marvel is the first of many companies to take a stand and celebrate the inclusion of the intellectually disabled. I am so pumped to start production and to continue to spread the message of love for those with special needs. Stay tuned for updates," he added.

As per reports, Pratt will soon start work on the upcoming MCU sequel Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3. "Special Olympics has always been a huge part of my life. My grandmother dedicated her entire existence to being an advocate for those with special needs," she wrote, referring to her grandmother Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who is a noted Special Olympics advocate.

The Special Olympics will be held in June 2022 in Orlando, Florida.

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