Amy Schumer is one of those celebrities that is always open and candid about every detail of her life. While many of it has to do with her comedy, she’s also not afraid to speak her truth when needed.
Amy Schumer married her husband, Chris Fischer, in an intimate ceremony in 2018.
The wedding was a complete surprise to many of Amy’s fans as the two had been pretty low-key about their relationship.
During her last Netflix special, she opened up about some personal details of her marriage.
In March, on her Netflix special Amy Schumer: Growing , Amy revealed that her husband has autism spectrum disorder.
Amy said that “everything kind of made sense” after the diagnosis.
“Once he was diagnosed, it dawned on me how funny it was because all of the characteristics that make it clear that he’s on the spectrum are all of the reasons I fell madly in love with him.”
It was the first time that she had opened up about her husband’s diagnosis, and many parents were grateful.
After the special aired, many parents of children with ASD thanked Amy, saying that it gives them hope that one day their kids will find someone who will love and accept them.
This year, Amy and Chris welcomed son Gene Attell Fischer into the world.
Amy has been extremely open about her pregnancy and all of the intimate difficulties she had throughout the process.
One Instagram user suggested that instead, Amy should release a docu-series that focuses on her husband’s ASD diagnosis.
They additionally said that Amy should be transparent about how she copes with the possibility that baby Gene could also have ASD.
Amy had hyperemesis gravidarum for her entire pregnancy.
The condition causes severe nausea, and while it goes away for many women after the first trimester, Amy wasn’t so lucky. She even had to be hospitalized because of the condition.
And since Gene was born, Amy’s been sharing a bunch of updates about her life as a mom.
With her trademark humor, Amy shared this breast pump photo and used the hashtag #OOTD (outfit of the day) when she shared it on Instagram. LOL! For many new moms, this is what they wear regularly during those early months.
Recently, she posted a photo of Gene at the beach alongside her, asking: “Would anyone be interested in seeing a docu series of my pregnancy and birth?”
Many fans commented on the post saying they absolutely want to follow Amy throughout the pregnancy and delivery of her son — especially because it would be hilarious.
One commenter, however, asked a pretty loaded question in the comment section.
As it goes with any celebrity, there are some who decide the comment section is meant for trolling and instigating problems.
Here’s the Instagram user’s full request:
“I’d like to see a documentary of you discovering your mate is diagnosed with autism and how you cope with the possibility that your child will be on the spectrum…,” they said in their comment.
It’s hard to tell if the Instagram user was being genuine or trolling.
Either way, many people, including Amy, were not happy with the phrasing of the request, especially those who have family members on the spectrum.
She continued by adding:
“Am I supposed to hope my son isn’t like that? I will pay attention and try and provide him with the tools he needs to overcome whatever challenges come up like all parents. I’d be disappointed if he liked the Big Bang Theory and Nascar not if he has ASD.”
A number of other users chimed in and shut down the comment.
This special education teacher who also has Turner Syndrome praised Amy for her response.
Parents who have children on the spectrum also voiced their approval of Amy’s response.
Parents of children on the spectrum want other people to know that they are proud of their kids, just like any other parent.
Amy’s response helps break down the myths about ASD.
Like this mom, Amy wants people to know that those on the spectrum are amazing individuals.
We totally applaud Amy for sticking to her guns and not hiding from the trolls online!
We also love to see a mother and wife so supportive and open about such serious issues —shining light on ASD and all of those who live with it.
Amy is never one to hide in the comments on social media — ever.
The new mom decided to respond to the comments insinuating that she would have a difficult time if Gene were to be diagnosed with ASD.
She responded with humor, poise, and a bit of sass.
“How I cope? I don’t see being on the spectrum as a negative thing. My husband is my favorite person I’ve ever met. He’s kind, hilarious, interesting and talented and I admire him…”
