Tami Luchow is a former child actress, motivational speaker& writer from New Jersey. At the time of her birth in 1970 (to Jed & Anya Luchow), Tami was premature,missing two fingers,three toes & the lower half of her right leg. Tami,however, was determined to live the life of a normal child, enrolling in gymnastics & ballet. She also became active in student government at both her Middle School & High School, becoming president at both.After graduating Tenafly High School, Tami went on to Yale University to pursue a Bachelor's Degree in English. During her time at Yale, she also became a coordinator for Connecticut's Special Olympics. In addition, Tami received a full scholarship to Columbia University's Teachers College where she studied Special Education & psychology of disability.Tami is very active in community work & speaks around the country to people of all ages about self-esteem,diversity, & disability. Her belief is that every person CAN do and CAN share within their own communities.Tami now lives in New Jersey with her husband & two sons. Show less «