@nbcnews: A #NewJersey seventh grader with Down Syndrome nails the “Whitney Houston Challenge,” hitting the iconic drumbeat in “I will always love you.” @NBC Nightly News’ Tom Llamas reports.

Cyclops :

All he did was hit the drum

Taylor Che :

As a special needs momma, the run and hug from his teacher means the word. Special needs teachers are some of the most dedicated teachers out there (from my experience of course).

Aslan 🏌️ :

*boy nails Whitney Houston challenge

Owen :

Ethan… Slater??

Dietcunt :

This is beyond adorable

tylerabroad :

Bro, who hurt these people in the comments lol. Glad he had a special moment.

andres :

this isn't even news bru😭

Gali☆ :

I don’t know who needs to hear this but read "Timeless Field of Manifestation" by Logan West. if you’re stuck in life… this is your sign. it will change your life ❤️

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this is so cute bye . 🥹

superscarypuma :

Miguel💜 :

On behalf of all the drummers we are very proud

cece.xotwod :

these comments are soo ignorant. any accomplishment by a CHILD with special needs IS A CELEBRATION. And this was obviously something most typical kids can’t even do so that’s why its impressive and he deserves all the praise

sebastian vettel :

bo 🦈🎗️ :

ethan slater ETHAN SLATER

Shelly Evans :

Brandi Carlile & her entire band, including her drummer, couldn’t hit that beat. The count is awkward so kudos to this young dude!

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Noah :

He’s so happy 🥹

riyanz :

donna9998 :

This is so sweet 🩷💙💜💚❤️congratulations Ethan !

Rikishi38 :

Not saying this isn’t a heartwarming moment but let’s be honest only reason people care about it is because they look at the kid and go ohhh look at the handi capable kid he deserves to feel special over everyone else

Addi🧸 :

THATS MY MIDDLE SCHOOLL

Chase 🇿🇦 :

Are we like deadass tho

Thomasr41 :

That was EXACTLY on! Wow. For those who are asking what he did? He timed it perfectly. The song hit the beat at the exact same time. You go try that. 🤣

Lindsey :

The teacher was misleading him and was gone have him miss the beat😂. Good job ignoring him Ethan. You knew what you were doing and killed it

Caleb :

Why are yall hating in the comments? Is it because it’s a news station