He's also the second deaf actor to win an Oscar after his 'CODA' co-star Marlee Matlin, who won in 1986.
"CODA" star Troy Kotsur thanked his father while accepting an Oscar award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, calling him "best signer in our family."Kotsur is the first male deaf actor to win an Oscar. He's also the second deaf actor to win an Oscar after his "CODA" co-star Marlee Matlin, who won in 1986 for "Children of a Lesser God.
“I read one of Spielberg’s books recently and he said the definition of the best director was a skilled communicator. Sian Heder, you are the best communicator," he said."CODA" is a drama about a young girl who is the only member of her family that can hear. The film is also nominated for Best Picture.
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