Former ANTHRAX Guitarist Dan Spitz Becomes Autism Advocate
April 5, 2011, 13 years ago
According to Autismkey.com, former ANTHRAX guitarist Dan Spitz has become an autism advocate; Spitz’ twin sons were born in 2007 and both have since been diagnosed with autism. During that time, he has used his celebrity to help raise awareness about the disorder, particularly among those within the music community. Additionally, Spitz and his wife, Candi, are strong supporters of Autism Speaks and have recently been featured in one of the organization’s videos promoting its autism walks (posted below).
Dealing with autism hasn’t been the only challenge Spitz has faced in recent years. In 2009, he underwent open heart surgery to repair a main artery in his heart that was said to be "almost completely closed."
Spitz is a born-again Christian and Messianic Jew and in interviews, has frequently cited his faith as an influential component to his life.
