Fat Joe Opens Up About His Special-Needs Son

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Rapper Fat Joe’s eldest son, Joey, has special needs. Fat Joe posted a message on Facebook about the joy that Joey has brought to his life. 

“Joey is [a] special kid full of joy and love,” Fat Joe wrote. He went on to express the unique kind of love that people with special-needs loved ones often say they feel. 

“There’s no way you could understand, unless you have a family member who has challenges in life. He’s my angel and the reason for all my blessings,” the rapper continued. Nice.

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