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Back to School: The Video Every Parent and Teacher Should See

As families and teachers prepare for the start of school, stuttering in the classroom, the lunchroom, and the playground remain challenging and problematic for many.
Back-to-School Resources

Your homework this week: Check out our resources for parents and teachers.
Students Who Stutter Carry an Invisible Burden

The Stuttering Foundation is here to help by offering a comprehensive collection of free back-to-school resources, including videos, classroom strategies, printable materials and expert guidance.
Resources for Teachers

Back-to-school time is just around the corner.
Letters & Drawings from Kids

Be inspired by the latest mail sent to us.
Leo Carlsson Becomes the Highest Paid Player in the NHL

There seems a likelihood that the name Leo Carlsson will soon be among the NHL players who stutter whose name will be engraved on Lord Stanley’s Cup.
New Look, Same Commitment to Helping Those Who Stutter

You probably noticed our website has undergone some major changes.
Jeanna Riley, Pioneer in Stuttering Research and Clinical Care, Dies at 94

Dr. Riley leaves behind an extraordinary legacy.
Noel Gallagher’s Stuttering Story Behind England’s Anthem

Wonderwall, Oasis’ smash hit, becomes the unofficial anthem of England’s 2026 FIFA World Cup team.
Sam Neill, Acclaimed Actor Who Helped Give a Voice to People Who Stutter, Dies at 78

His career spanned more than five decades and 150 roles.

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CELEBRITY FOCUS

Dave Taylor

Dave Taylor has been on the Stuttering Foundation's list of Famous People Who Stutter for many years, but probably few people know all of the unique accomplishments of this former hockey great who was born on December 4, 1955, in Levack, Ontario.

Ken Venturi

As much of the nation watches the U.S. Open Golf Championship, it is impossible not to think about our late friend Ken Venturi. Ken overcame many challenges to win the Open at Congressional in 1964 and go on to become the voice of golf for more than three decades.

However, Ken faced no bigger obstacle than stuttering. Ken Venturi was a champion to those who stutter, going out of his way to share his personal experience when consulted by a colleague, friend, or child who stutters.

Carly Simon

Carly Simon began stuttering severely when she was eight years old.

Emily Blunt

Actress Emily Blunt struggled with stuttering early in her life. A teacher encouraged her to act in a school play at age 12 despite her stuttering.

Blunt's name is prominently featured on the Stuttering Foundation's list of Famous People Who Stutter.

Kenyon Martin

Kenyon Martin, the basketball sensation who was named to the NBA's All Star Team in 2004, joins other famous people who stutter in a new brochure. The brochure - which unfolds into a small poster - is available free of charge from The Stuttering Foundation.

The poster is intended to give children and adults who stutter inspiration as they grapple with their speech disorder.

Famous People Who Stutter