The Real-Life Father Behind ‘The Unbreakable Boy’ Talks Alcoholism and Finding Faith

Scott LeRette is the author of "The Unbreakable Boy," a memoir about his son Austin, who has autism and brittle bone disease and whose joyful...

Michael Foust

Updated Mar 19, 2025

In this heartfelt interview, Scott LeRette, author of The Unbreakable Boy, opens up about his family's incredible journey raising his son, Austin, who has autism and brittle bone disease. LeRette shares his personal battles with addiction, faith, and fatherhood, revealing how Austin’s joyful spirit transformed their lives. His memoir, which inspired the new 2025 faith-based film The Unbreakable Boy, tells a powerful story of resilience and redemption. The movie stars Jacob Laval as Austin, Zachary Levi as Scott, Meghann Fahy as Teresa, and Patricia Heaton as Scott’s mother, with Jon Gunn directing.

Read 3 Reasons Why ‘The Unbreakable Boy’ Will Touch Your Family’s Heart.

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Originally published March 19, 2025.

Michael Foust has covered the intersection of faith and news for 20 years. His stories have appeared in Baptist Press, Christianity Today, The Christian Post, the Leaf-Chronicle, the Toronto Star and the Knoxville News-Sentinel.

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