Marlee Matlin
Actress
Notable Achievement
Oscar winner for Children of a Lesser God
Biography
Marlee Matlin is an American actress, activist, and author. Deaf since she was 18 months old, Matlin is known for her portrayals of deaf women, and for her activism on behalf of deaf individuals in Hollywood and other industries. Her accolades include an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award, in addition to nominations for a British Academy Film Award and four Primetime Emmy Awards. In 2009, she received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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Birthday Date
Marlee Matlin was born on August 24