Race Eberhardt is the first actor with Down syndrome to lead an action movie in 'Strait Undercover,' which is slated for a 2025 release

Texas Rangers infielder Jake Burger and his wife, Ashlyn Burger, found out they were having a daughter with Down syndrome. He chose jersey No. 21 in her honor.

Race Eberhardt is starring in "Strait Undercover," an action film about a government agent exposing corrupt forces trying to put a small town farmer out of business. Eberhardt, 37, is now the first actor with Down syndrome to star in an action film, and he spoke alongside the film's director Ben Gonyo in an interview that aired on TODAY Jan. 29.

Actor Race Eberhardt is chasing after the bad guys and saving the day in a new movie called “Strait Undercover” — and he’s also making history as the first actor with Down syndrome to star in an action-comedy film.

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The new Rangers first baseman announced Friday that he will wear No. 21 to pay tribute to Penelope, who was born with Down Syndrome, and to raise awareness for the genetic condition.

Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger poses at the team’s awards dinner Friday, Jan. 17, 2025, in Arlington, Texas, with wife Ashyln, son Brooks and daughter Penelope while holding the No. 21 jersey that has special significance after his daughter was born with Down syndrome. (AP Photo/Stephen Hawkins)

Once Madison Millentree is inside Arrowhead Stadium, a typical day sees her and her co-workers scanning tickets and helping guests for 6 1/2 hours. Those stationed at the club level help guests by directing them to their seats and where they can find any amenities.

The clinical name for Down syndrome is trisomy 21, a condition in which a person is born with an extra chromosome, causing mild to moderate cognitive disability, developmental delays and physical challenges.

Down Syndrome is also known as Trisomy 21, and Burger wants to raise awareness and contribute to research on the genetic condition.