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Marlee Matlin Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1965-08-24

Birthplace:
Morton Grove, Illinois, USA

Credits:
87 Total Roles

Marlee Matlin

Acting

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Biography

Marlee Bethany Matlin (born August 24, 1965) is an American actress. She is the youngest woman and the only deaf actress to date to win the Academy Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role, which she won at age 21 for Children of a Lesser God.  Her work in film and television has resulted in a Golden Globe award, with two additional nominations, and four Emmy nominations. Deaf since she was 2 years old, she is also a prominent member of the National Association of the Deaf.

Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2025 Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore MOVIE Self
2024 The Making of 'The Linguini Incident' MOVIE Self
2021 Multiverse MOVIE Dierdre
2021 A Night at the Academy Museum MOVIE Self
2021 CODA MOVIE Jackie Rossi
2020 A West Wing Special to Benefit When We All Vote MOVIE Self
2020 Stars in the House TV Self
2020 The Paley Center Salutes Law & Order: SVU MOVIE Self
2019 Tamron Hall TV Self - Guest
2019 The Kelly Clarkson Show TV Self

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