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14-year-old with Autism gets invite to Best Buddies prom

Posted at 7:59 AM, Jan 23, 2019
and last updated 2019-01-23 09:08:31-05

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A heartwarming moment at a Nashville high school has gone viral after a freshman got an invite to the Best Buddies Prom.

LaCory Carlton, age 14, lives with Autism and was elated after his buddy, Cresensia, asked him to prom. Both are students at McGavock High School.

LaCory’s mother, LaTonya Walker, says “hopefully [the video] can spread love and happiness.”

The prom is being held this Sunday at Bridgestone Arena.

The video has also been posted to Best Buddies Tennessee’s Facebook page and has been shared numerous times.