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    Troy Kotsur is the first deaf man nominated for an acting Oscar

    Kotsur was born deaf and grew up in Mesa, Arizona. In CODA, he plays a father whose teenage daughter is passionate about singing.
    by Bill Chappell Feb 08, 2022 2 minutes
    Troy Kotsur says his character in the film <em>CODA</em> is "kinda like a papa bear." The Oscar nominee is seen here with co-star Marlee Matlin in New York City last November.

    Actor Troy Kotsur is drawing a new wave of praise for his work in the film after he was nominated for a best supporting actor Oscar on Tuesday. Kotsur joins co-star Marlee Matlin as the only deaf actors ever to be nominated for an

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