Americans born on 9/11 mark 25 years with acts of service, trading personal celebration for honor

William Faber celebrated his Sept. 11 birthday as any young child would — but after learning about the significance of the day around age 10, he made the choice to spend the anniversary serving others rather than celebrating himself. 

Faber's story and several more are spotlighted in Fox Nation's new special following Americans born on Sept. 11, 2001, as they now turn 25 years old.

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Two flags flutter on a fence in front of Lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center at the Tear Drop 9/11 Memorial at sunset on June 13 in Bayonne, New Jersey. (Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)

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Faber told her that, ever since his parents told him the story of 9/11, he has held his birthday parties on a different date.

"My parents... wanted to protect my feelings, the birthday, make sure I was able to celebrate, have fun. And then, as I got to be 10 years old, they told me the story. And so, ever since that day, I really haven't celebrated my birthday on that day," Faber said.

William Faber turns 25 years old on Sept. 11, 2026. The story of his commitment to bettering his community is showcased in Fox Nation's new special. (Fox Nation)

He made the choice out of respect for a family friend who died that day and the others who lost their lives in the terror attack.

"I want to volunteer, I want to give back to the community on that day. I'd rather not celebrate, I'd rather just do something to help the community as a whole," said Faber.

Max Bacall is an associate editor for Fox News Digital covering media, culture and comedy.