Don’t get confused by the exaggeration. The much love character Bubbles from the Trailer Park Boys show does not have down syndrome.
You might be inclined to draw inferences from his distinctive physical features, the mannerisms or the large glasses, but these are the personality traits of his eccentric character.
Mike Smith or Bubbles in Real Life
The popularity of the show makes it difficult for Mike Smith ( who plays Bubbles ) to reveal his normal self. In fact, he is just the average guy without those nerdy thick glasses.
On-screen speech patterns and the eccentric behavior are script based demands. But many die hard fans perceive this lack of awareness or understanding as a basis to interpret down syndrome effects.
It is imperative to keep in mind that Bubbles is a fictional character and his personality exaggerations are there to create the required comedic effects.
It looks like Mike Smith is totally committed to the part he is playing in the Trailer Park Boys show and hence it would be difficult for the fans to meet him in normal settings.
Anyways, it is always better to clear up misconceptions so that those who are actually suffering from such conditions in real life get the best possible care.