Damián Dimare was left in a wheelchair after a 2015 assault that prevented him from walking. He learned to adapt to his new body and rediscovered his sexuality. As a tattoo artist, he regained confidence to go out on the street and returned to surfing and motorcycling.
In 2015, Damián Dimare suffered an assault during which he was shot, leaving him paraplegic and confined to a wheelchair. From that moment, he cannot walk, marking a profound change in his life. However, Dimare adapted to living in a different body and rediscovered aspects of his sexuality.
The turning point came when he began working as a tattoo artist. This profession helped him lose his fear of going out on the street, something he had avoided after the incident. Thanks to this, he resumed activities he previously enjoyed, such as surfing and riding a motorcycle. His story highlights resilience in the face of disability, showing how new skills and passions can transform daily routine.
Dimare's experience, shared in a TN video and article, illustrates the challenges and achievements of people with disabilities in Argentina.