Marlee Matlin
Marlee Matlin is an acclaimed American actress known for her powerful performances and advocacy for the deaf community. She gained international fame for her role in the 1986 film 'Children of a Lesser God,' which earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress, making her the first deaf performer to win this honor. Matlin has continued to act in film and television, earning recognition for her roles in series like 'The West Wing' and 'Switched at Birth.' In addition to her acting career, she is a passionate advocate for disability rights and has worked to raise awareness about the challenges faced by the deaf and hard-of-hearing communities. At the 2025 Oscars, Matlin turned heads with her elegant black ensemble by Yara Shoemaker Couture.
Born on Aug 24, 1965 (60 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 131,874 | $21,000,000 | 8,367$ |
| Jamaica | 1 | 9.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 2,961,167 | 2,435 | $15,000 | 12$ |
| United Kingdom | 1 | 8.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 29,274 | $2,700,000 | 1,164$ |
| France | 1 | 9.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 65,273,511 | 57,764 | $2,700,000 | 2,389$ |
| Spain | 1 | 8.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 36,413 | $1,400,000 | 1,090$ |
| Totals | 5 | 513,878,118 | 257,760 | $27,815,000 | 13,022$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Jamaica:
Marlee Matlin noted that Sundance happened because of Robert Redford.
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United Kingdom:
Its star Marlee Matlin posted on X, 'And Sundance happened because of Robert Redford.'
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United States:
Oscar winner Marlee Matlin took to social media to share a heartfelt tribute.
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Spain:
Marlee Matlin was among those who honored Robert Redford's legacy.
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France:
Marlee Matlin paid tribute to Robert Redford for his influence on the Sundance Film Festival.
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Denmark:
Marlee Matlin was the first deaf actress to win an Oscar at the age of 21 for her role in the film 'Children of a Lesser God'.
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Denmark:
Marlee Matlin was the first deaf actress to win an Oscar for her role in the film 'Children of a Lesser God'.
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United Kingdom:
Marlee Matlin is recognized as the first and only deaf winner of the best actress Oscar.
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New Zealand:
Marlee Matlin spoke about her past and her career in Hollywood.
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United States:
Marlee Matlin credits Henry Winkler for being a supportive mentor and friend during her difficult times.
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