In second grade, Meghan’s parents were told by her pediatrician that she would not achieve much academically. Her mom did not buy into it, though, and instead helped her everyday to improve her spelling.

Growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia made school very hard for Lewis Hamilton but he didn't let that stop him from achieving his goals by becoming one of the most successful Formula One drivers.

This accomplished author didn't allow dyslexia to derail his interest in writing.

Starting small with songs and poems, this Scottish author has since published fifteen novels.

The WNBA’s #1 Draft pick of 2015 went through a lot of hoops to secure her spot on the Seattle Storm basketball team.

Benjamin Zephaniah holds the title of poet, writer, musician, professor, and holder of 16 honorary doctorates—he also never received formal education past the age of 13.

British playwright and novelist Bernard Taylor surrounded himself with the literary arts. He studied at an art college in London and moved to New York City as a young man, where he made a living as an actor, writer, and illustrator.

This actress struggled through various careers in the arts and otherwise until getting diagnosed with dyslexia as an adult.

Forced to drop out of school at 15, this English cosmetics entrepreneur views her dyslexia as a gift that allowed her to think creatively and face failure with an open mind.