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Charlie Villanueva Stands Tall for Young Victims of Alopecia Areata

2/10/2009 4:00 PM ET By Elie Seckbach

    • Elie Seckbach
    • Elie Seckbach is FanHouse's Video Reporter
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At a time when some of the biggest names in sports are letting their fans down and not acting as true role models, there's one NBA star who is doing what he can to make a difference in the lives of others. Bucks sharp-shooter Charlie Villanueva is a true inspiration. Villanueva has alopecia areata, a skin disorder that effects millions of Americans. Before each game, Charlie talks to young kids who suffer from the same disorder and goes out of his way to inspire them. "Make sure you have alopecia areata -- don't let alopecia areata have you," says Villanueva.

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