These Celebrities Have Shown The World That Disability Doesn't Mean Inability The global disability prevalence has almost tripled over the past century, with 1 in 10 people now living with a disability. In fact, The World Report on Disability states that 15 percent of the world's population experience some form of disability. This can be caused by birth defects, genetic disorders or injuries sustained during an accident or war. While many of us see disabilities as limiting factors, the lives of some celebrities and famous people with disabilities show that it's not an end or an obstacle, but an opportunity to do one's best despite multiple challenges. Here are some celebrities who showed us that our abilities are determined by us, not by our limitations.