Austin Hiram Crawford Jr. 

                 Austin Crawford

                     Biography

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Austin Hiram Crawford Jr. is an award-winning actor, author, singer/songwriter, and MSA advocate whose work has reached international audiences through critically acclaimed documentaries and award-winning projects. Listed on IMDb for his roles in Fighting MSA: Austin Crawford’s Story (2020) and Driven to Help (2022), Crawford has carved out a unique voice in the world of independent film—one rooted in resilience, truth, and human connection.

His debut short documentary, Fighting MSA: Austin Crawford’s Story, introduced audiences to his personal battle with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) while shining a spotlight on the realities of living with a rare, terminal disease. The film earned recognition at film festivals worldwide, praised for its authenticity and emotional depth.

Building on that momentum, Crawford followed with Driven to Help, a full feature length heartfelt documentary that captured his determination to keep living fully through car culture, music, and advocacy. The film has been selected, honored, and awarded at over 100 film festivals internationally, including accolades for Best Documentary, Best Educational Film, Best Inspirational Film, and multiple Humanitarian Awards.

Beyond his own story, Austin’s work continues to inspire audiences globally, blending cinematic storytelling with advocacy to give voice to the MSA community. His projects are available across platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, Plex, making his message of perseverance and hope accessible to viewers everywhere.

As both a subject and a creator, Austin Crawford embodies what it means to use film as a tool for change. His career stands as proof that storytelling can not only preserve a legacy, but also uplift countless others along the way.