This young woman shattered the stereotype that society has imposed upon us regarding how we should perceive people with disabilities.2 photos

Aimee Mullins proves with her life that a person with disabilities can become incredibly capable and successful. Despite facing extremely difficult circumstances, she chose to remain beautiful, healthy, and accomplished. She learned how to walk again, even on fashion runways during fashion shows, and she also mastered skills such as running and long jumping—even competing in the Paralympic Games in Atlanta, where she set several records. She was included in the list of the fifty most beautiful people in the world and went on to have a career as both an actress and a model.