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The Today Show highlights the story of Alex Minsky, who almost died from an IED blast in Afghanistan. A stage 3 brain injury, the amputation of part of his right leg, and shortly after, the loss of his younger brother sent Alex into a downward spiral of depression and alcohol abuse. But just days after he got sober, a photographer found him working out in the gym and asked, “Have you ever modeled before?” And the rest, as they say…
The video above highlights Alex’s story.


Well done marine, never give up !
Your story inspires others.
eww, stereotypically attractive men !!! ( sarcasm )