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is auggie actually blind

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On the USA series Covert Affairs, Christopher Gorham portrays CIA agent Auggie Anderson, who is blind. Gorham himself is not visually impaired, and he spoke to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette about the challenges of playing a blind character on the show.Jul 12, 2013

How was Auggie blinded?

Before joining the DPD, Auggie was a special forces soldier and CIA operative but was blinded while on a mission in Iraq. Originally, he stated that he had lost his sight when he had left the Humvee to check what he thought was a dead dog but turned out to be a disguised IED.

Who is the blind guy on Covert Affairs?

Christopher GorhamVisionAware is pleased to interview Christopher Gorham, who starred as blind military intelligence agent August “Auggie” Anderson in the dramatic series Covert Affairs (2010-2015) on the USA Network.

What is the green light Auggie carries?

“We've invented a laser cane for Auggie that doesn't really exist, but that isn't too far from the truth,” Gorham said. The laser cane, which shoots a green laser grid, is one of many spy gadgets created on the show.Jun 20, 2010

What happens to Auggie and Parker?

Auggie and Parker began dating in "Uberlin" with Auggie proposing early in season 3. She accepted whilst they were on a holiday in the Red Sea. Despite this, she had no idea that he was CIA until they were later taken hostage. Instead of sticking around, she later left, leaving Auggie heart-broken.

Is Auggie in Covert Affairs really blind?

On the USA series Covert Affairs, Christopher Gorham portrays CIA agent Auggie Anderson, who is blind. Gorham himself is not visually impaired, and he spoke to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette about the challenges of playing a blind character on the show.Jul 12, 2013

Who is Christopher Gorham wife?

Anel LopezChristopher Gorham / Wife (m. 2000)

Why do blind people use lasers?

Working as a blind cane, the proposed system helps a blind person find the type of obstacle and the distance to it. The distance from the user to the obstacle is estimated by extracting the laser coordinate points on the obstacle, as well as tracking the system pointing angle.Jan 13, 2016

What is laser cane?

The LaserCane is a lightweight adjustable walking stick which projects a bright green line across your path. PLEASE NOTE: The laser is most effective indoors – outdoors, especially on bright or sunny days, the laser can be difficult to see.

Who does Annie Walker end up with?

AuggieIn season four, Annie finally got together with her handler and friend, Auggie (Christopher Gorham). Alas, their romance was short-lived, as she opted to fake her own death to take Henry off her trail. Fans were disappointed, but quickly recovered thanks to the Annie-McQuaid storyline.Aug 25, 2014

Is Lena a double agent?

Lena Smith was a double agent working for both the CIA and FSB. Lena was shown to have a frosty relationship with Joan Campbell when Annie was transferred to her division following the death of Jai Wilcox.

What does Annie say at the end of Covert Affairs?

The finale ended with Auggie telling Annie to close her eyes and trust her instinct about what to do next. Her final words, “Got it,” mean she knows the answer. Corman and Ord have it as well and hope they get the chance to write it.Dec 18, 2014

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