Timothy Shriver
Special Olympics chairman, disability rights advocate, Shriver family
Timothy Perry Shriver III (born August 29, 1959) is an American activist, television personality, and philanthropist who has dedicated much of his career to disability rights and the Special Olympics. Born into the prominent Kennedy-connected Shriver family, Shriver is the son of Sargent Shriver, founder of the Peace Corps, and Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who founded the Special Olympics. Following his mother's legacy, Timothy became the chairman of the board of Special Olympics International in 2000 and served in that capacity for over two decades. Under his leadership, the organization expanded significantly, increasing its reach and impact globally. Shriver has also hosted and produced television programs, including a documentary series examining spirituality and human potential. He is known for his speeches advocating for disability inclusion and for challenging societal stigmas around intellectual and developmental disabilities. Shriver's work has influenced corporate and governmental policies regarding disability inclusion. Beyond Special Olympics, he has been involved in various philanthropic endeavors and social justice initiatives. His career represents the Shriver family's long-standing commitment to public service and social change, continuing a legacy of activism that spans generations.
Timothy McVeigh
Oklahoma City bomber, domestic terrorism
Timothy Olyphant
Deadwood, Justified, complex dramatic roles
Timothy McGraw
Country music star, 'Live Like You Were Dying', 'Highway Don't Care'
Timothy Hutton
Oscar winner at 20, Ordinary People, actor and director
Timothy Spall
Harry Potter actor, Mike Leigh collaborator, Mr. Turner
Timothy Dalton
James Bond actor, The Living Daylights, Licence to Kill
Timothy Leary
Psychologist, LSD advocate, counterculture icon, 'Turn on, tune in, drop out'
Notable Person
American
1959
Thinking about the name
Timothy
Greek origin
“From the Greek Timotheos, meaning 'one who honors God' or 'one who respects the divine.' Timothy has been a steadily favored name in Christian cultures since the apostolic era, when Paul wrote epistles to Timothy. It conveys intelligence, reliability, and spiritual depth while remaining accessible and classically timeless.”