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Joined by Fate

202539 minPG

Synopsis

Eddie Sledge was born in November 1977, and his mother died three days after he was born, leaving his father to raise him alone in Brooklyn.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Eddie and hear his powerful childhood story.
  • Find out how Eddie's family dealt with drug abuse.
  • See how Eddie and his fiancée planned their wedding on a budget.

Did You Know

  • Eddie was born on Thanksgiving Day in November 1977.
  • Eddie's mother died three days after falling from a window while holding him.
  • Eddie's father became a single parent when Eddie was just six months old.
  • Eddie eloped with his fiancée in February 2000 with only 50 cents.

Perfect For

Personal stories of struggleOvercoming adversityReal-life love stories
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Eddie born?

Eddie was born in November 1977, on Thanksgiving.

What happened to Eddie's mother?

Eddie's mother died three days after falling from a window while holding him.

When did Eddie and his partner elope?

Eddie and his partner eloped in February 2000.

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