Over 100 million records sold. Ten number-one singles in the United States. A whopping 25 Grammy Awards. Stevie Wonder has more than earned his status as a cultural icon. He has forged a path to greatness over the years that has made him an inspiration to others, particularly those who are blind or visually impaired. The story of Wonder’s blindness, on the other hand, is a sad one. And it was all brought about by a truly tragic blunder.
Not Born Blind
You read that right; Stevie Wonder wasn’t born blind. Some argue, however, that he had the makings of a genius from the start. And his accomplishments are indisputable. In the 1970s, for example, Wonder won the Grammy for Album of the Year three times in a row, which was unprecedented at the time.