Eamonn met the cast of Derry Girls when they filmed in the city in 2018
Eamonn Doherty and his friend Sean McGlinchey – a former professional boxer from Derry – campaigned on social media for months.
The writer of the hit Channel 4 series, Lisa McGee, heard Eamonn was a fan and said yes to his request.
Eamonn was born with cerebral palsy which affects his movement and speech.
He graduated in July this year and wants to follow his dreams to be a writer and actor.
“I want to inspire people to chase their dreams to write and act,” said the 22-year-old told BBC News NI.
Eamonn Doherty took part in a church scene as an extra in Derry Girls
“We had to bring our own black and white clothes and they even had to change our hairstyles because they were too modern,” Sean McGlinchey said.
“For Eamonn to have a degree and have cerebral palsy is a massive deal for him and his family,” Sean added.
“He’s a massive Derry Girls fan so we decided to push hard to get on it. Eamonn messaged the cast directly and I tried whatever influence I have on Twitter to contact Lisa McGee too.”
The makeup department had to change Eamonn’s hairstyle “because it was too modern” for the scene
The severity of symptoms can vary significantly.
Some people only have minor problems, while others may be severely disabled.
“I think it’s great to show that some things are possible even if you have a disability,” Eamonn said.
“I had a massive smile on my face.”
Series Three of Derry Girls is expected to be aired in 2022.
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