Marlee Matlin
Actress and producer in film and television
Born
August 24th, 1965
60 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1965, this actress achieved recognition for her work in film and television, particularly for a leading role in 'Children of a Lesser God', which earned an Academy Award for Best Actress. The actress is deaf and has brought attention to the deaf community through performances. In addition to her film work, she has appeared in several television series, including 'The West Wing' and 'Switched at Birth'. The actress has also produced works that highlight deaf culture and experiences.
Won Academy Award for Best Actress for 'Children of a Lesser God'
Starred in 'The West Wing'
Appeared in 'Switched at Birth'
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