By CBS News
She was just 21 years old when she won Hollywood’s most coveted prize – the Oscar, for Best Actress – for her first movie, “Children of a Lesser God.” “You have to understand that I was a girl from Chicago who appeared on the scene out of nowhere,” said Marlee Matlin. Continue reading “CODA” actress Marlee Matlin on making noise
By MANDALIT DEL BARCO, NPR
The new film CODA premiered at this year’s Sundance Film Festival to rave reviews and a record-breaking distribution deal with Apple. One aspect of the film that awed both audiences and critics was the supporting performance by actor Troy Kotsur. Continue reading How Troy Kotsur Broke Barriers As A Deaf Actor, On Stage, On Screen And Now In ‘CODA
The I Love Me and My Disability Fashion Event promises to be just that, an organizer said this week. Continue reading Fashion show — called ‘I Love Me and My Disability’ — will celebrate everyone, organizer says
Julia Landwehr, Very Well Health
During the month of July, many TikTok creators are using their platforms to celebrate Disability Pride Month—over 100 million videos so far have been tagged under #DisabilityPride. The hashtag uplifts posts created by a wide range of disabled people, sharing their lives online. Continue reading 10 TikTok Creators You Should Follow This Disability Pride Month
By Yahoo! Finance
During May’s Better Hearing and Speech Month, Cochlear Limited (ASX: COH), the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, is pleased to celebrate Lou Ferrigno, 69, actor, fitness expert and retired bodybuilder, receiving a cochlear implant and addressing his hearing loss. Continue reading ‘The Incredible Hulk’ Lou Ferrigno hears with a cochlear implant
By John Donahoe, Yahoo! News.
John Donahoe is the CEO of Nike. When I was 28 years old, I got some advice that changed my life. It was 1988, and I was a consultant at Bain. These were intense years-long hours, little sleep, lots of travel, constant work, and trying to balance family life with a spouse and two young children. I was glad to be learning as much as I was, but I also remember feeling like I was barely staying afloat. Continue reading Why Nike and its CEO are focusing on mental health
BY RHIANNON BEVAN, The Gamer
The recent gameplay showcase of Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart was met with praise across the gaming community. With a detailed look at levels, items and gameplay modes, there was a lot to get excited about if you have your eyes on this next gen platformer. Continue reading Gamers With Disabilities Praise Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart’s Accessibility Features
If you watch Mandy Harvey perform, one of the first things you notice about the “America’s Got Talent” finalist is her amazing voice. What you might miss is that she’s not wearing any shoes. Continue reading Feeling the Music and Fueling Inclusivity – A Moment with Mandy Harvey
2021 will go down in history books for the record number of Oscar nominations for disabled actors and characters in the Academy Awards. Disabled actors and disabled characters won nominations in prominent categories, all signs of inclusive storytelling becoming a more authentic part of Hollywood. Continue reading Oscars 2021 – Disabled actors, characters take center stage at this year’s Academy Awards
By Seth Chitwood, Standard-Times
FAIRHAVEN — Brennan Srisirikul knew about the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, but never had the confidence to submit a film — especially since he’s never made one. But after a crazy year, he knew it was time to go for it. Continue reading This Fairhaven native actor proves minorities and people with disabilities can take center stage
