the Tuohys and their co-author Sally Jenkins explicitly frame their relationship with Oher as an adopted son. Michael Oher, Who Inspired 'The Blind Side,' Alleges Family Made Millions While Lying ...

“Michael trusted the Tuohys and signed ... Leigh Anne refers to Oher as her “adopted son” on her website. She also lists herself as a “mother to 3 great kids” on her Instagram bio.

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The Tuohy family, with a daughter & a son, attended the same high school as Oher. Developing a bond, they observed his challenging life and decided to legally adopt him after his father's death.