When Carlo Diaz was 3, he alarmingly had seven broken bones. It was discovered that he has osteogenesis imperfecta type 1, a condition also known as brittle bone disease. Even though he’s very fragile, he believes in his dreams. Carlos is greatly inspired by WWE Champion AJ Styles. Kids Wish Network, a children’s charity that grants wishes for kids with life-threatening illnesses, jumped into the ring for Carlos… he would have the most “phenomenal” wish attending a WWE live event and meeting his idol AJ Styles!

“When Carlos’ wish coordinator first told us about his wish, I started crying,” said his mom Andrea. “I never thought he would be able to go.” 

Kids Wish Network flew Carlos and his mom to Tampa, Florida. Blue One Transportation chauffeured them to the beautiful Tampa Marriot Waterside Hotel & Marina. While in Tampa, they enjoyed dinners at American Social and The Sail.

The excitement for Carlos started even before the WWE live event. He met face-to-face with WWE Superstar AJ Styles. They spent private time talking, taking photos, and Carlos even got to hold AJ’s prestigious WWE Championship. He was also graciously gifted a WWE shirt, gloves, hat, and Official Program that AJ personally signed for him. Carlos also gave AJ a special gift on behalf of Kids Wish… a custom shirt with a design replicating AJ Styles’ treasured WWE Championship.

Then there was a special surprise… in walked SmackDown LIVE Superstar Carmella, who also gave Carlos her full attention for an amazing WWE experience. It was a special win-win for Carlos… he felt like a champion!

“AJ Styles and Carmella were so genuine, gentle, and caring with Carlos,” said his mom.

After spending time with AJ Styles and Carmella, Carlos saw many WWE Superstars in action at the SmackDown LIVE event that evening. Carlos said he learned some new moves and liked seeing Carmella moonwalk.

Then it was off to Orlando to experience magical moments at Disney’s Magic Kingdom. They stayed at the beautiful Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort and experienced a memorable dinner at The Edison, and a very animated character breakfast meeting Goofy and Pluto at the Lakeview Restaurant. 

“Kids Wish Network went above and beyond… everything was wonderful,” said Carlos’ mom.

“My favorite memory was seeing his face meeting AJ Styles and Carmella. He came home excited, and I see him happier now. I hope one day he can be whatever he wants to be”. 

“Carlos has faith that whatever he believes in can come true,” said Kids Wish Network Executive Director Tam Lai. “His meaningful wish showed him that his dreams can happen. Carlos must live his life with caution, and we’re so honored that we could put him right in the middle of what brings him happiness.”

Kids Wish Network is a national charitable organization dedicated to infusing hope, creating happy memories, and improving the quality of life for children with life-threatening conditions and struggling with life-altering situations. KWN provides trip expenses, meals, accommodations, and additional spending monies to all wish families whenever traveling as applicable. Visit www.kidswishnetwork.org to learn about our different programs, and find out how you can help make dreams come true and sponsor a wish for a deserving child.

Visit www.kidswishnetwork.org to learn about the different programs.