Bayside, NY – February 28, 2025: The Tourette Association of America (TAA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dashiell Mihok and Anthony Acampora to the TAA Board of Directors, effective February 25, 2025. Their diverse expertise and deep commitment to the community of individuals impacted by Tourette Syndrome (TS) and other Tic Disorders will add invaluable support and perspective to the organization’s leadership.
Dash Mihok is an acclaimed actor, producer, and director, widely known for his role as Brendan “Bunchy” Donovan in the Showtime drama series Ray Donovan, and films such as The Day After Tomorrow, Romeo + Juliet, Silver Linings Playbook, I Am Legend, and The Thin Red Line. Mihok was diagnosed with TS at age six, a condition shared by both of his sisters. He has been involved with the TAA since the age of 11 and has been a powerful and consistent supporter of the organization’s mission. In an interview looking back on his career and life with TS, Mihok stated that he was sure he got into acting because the experience of having to transform to hide his tics focused him in creating an outlet for his TS and OCD. Learn more about Dash Mihok, here.
Anthony Acampora is a partner at Rimon Law and specializes in representing entrepreneurs, family businesses, and privately-owned companies. Acampora is connected to the TS community through his niece, Francesca, who is a TAA Youth Ambassador. Deeply committed to the Long Island’s manufacturing, aerospace, and defense communities, he is General Counsel to, and a Board Member of, Ignite Long Island, the Manufacturing Consortium of Long Island. Acampora is the former co-chair of the American Red Cross Long Island Chapter, and is a member of the 2019 Class of the Energeia Partnership, a regional stewardship program, and serves as a member of its Board of Directors.
“The Tourette Association of America is thrilled to welcome Dash and Anthony to our Board of Directors,” says Amanda Talty, President and CEO of the TAA. “Dash’s unwavering advocacy and personal connection to TS, combined with Anthony’s legal expertise and strong commitment to community leadership, will help strengthen our impact and expand our reach. Their passion and dedication will undoubtedly make a meaningful difference in the lives of those impacted by TS and other Tic Disorders, and we look forward to their powerful contributions toward our mission.”
About Tourette Syndrome
TS is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children, adolescents, and adults. The condition is characterized by sudden, involuntary movements and/or sounds called tics. Tics can range from mild to moderate and severe and are disabling in some cases. TS is one type of Tic Disorder – tics are the primary symptom of a group of conditions known collectively as Tic Disorders. The cause(s) of TS and other Tic Disorders remains unknown and there is no cure. According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 50 school-aged children has TS or another Tic Disorder and 50% of those children have yet to receive a formal diagnosis.
About the TAA
Founded in 1972, the TAA is the only national organization serving the TS and Tic Disorders community. The TAA works tirelessly to raise awareness, advance research, and provide ongoing support to individuals and families impacted by TS and Tic Disorders. The TAA directs a network of 31 chapters, 83 support groups, and recognizes 28 Centers of Excellence across the country. The TAA is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Learn more about Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, and the TAA at tourette.org.
