In a conversation with People magazine in 2024, Colin Farrell opened up for the first time about his son's rare condition: Angelman syndrome. Just before his son James’ 21st birthday, the actor launched the Colin Farrell Foundation, which supports adult children with intellectual disabilities through advocacy, education, and innovative programs. More recently, on April 20, 2025, Farrell said in an interview that he and his ex-partner Kim Bordenave made the difficult decision to put James in a long-term care facility due to his condition.
But what is Angelman syndrome? Who does it affect? And how common is it? For answers to these questions and more, click through this informative gallery.