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Creator of Humans Of New York: blog, video series, and two #1 NYT bestselling books. More of a party on Instagram: @humansofny

New York, NY
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Joined January 2011

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    Brandon Stanton‏Verified account @humansofny 11 Jun 2019
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    “Life was easy as a child. I grew up in Burkina Faso..."pic.twitter.com/ngIzzon9Hh

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      1. David‏ @NotYetUhuru__ 11 Jun 2019
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        You are an amazing human being! May God continue to Bless you and your two siblings! Your deceased parents must be very proud of you!

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      1. in your face, space coyote‏ @mayqueeeen 11 Jun 2019
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        an incredible young man whose parents taught him well. well done, sir. you had your priorities exactly right when you decided that you would never let your siblings be separated from you. I’m so happy you’re all still close

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      1. Nunzio B.  🚴🏽‍♂️ 🌈 💫‏ @NunzioReal 11 Jun 2019
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        You go bro. I’m sure you’ll be a great success.

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      1. .::toni::. 🇵🇷‏ @Antonia623 11 Jun 2019
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        What a strong willed, man. He had no one to take care of him, but knew he needed to take care of his siblings! ❤️

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      1. Lassie‏ @NaijaGoldaMeir 11 Jun 2019
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        You are blessed.pic.twitter.com/cWHjgSEMPg

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      1. mungai‏ @iangothard 11 Jun 2019
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        He defines superhero.

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      1. MM‏ @nair_meenu 11 Jun 2019
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        O brother...big 🤗

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      1. عمر‏ @Areo1897 11 Jun 2019
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        Wow 👏🏼👏🏼

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      1. Lolade Adewuyi‏Verified account @Jololade 12 Jun 2019
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        Life is what happens when you are making plans, they say. I am inspired by your story, stay strong always and keep giving to your world.

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      1. MsZandiie ™️ 💞‏ @This_is_Zands 11 Jun 2019
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        ♥️

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