Troy Kotsur first deaf male winner for ‘Coda’, shines at Oscar 2022

Deaf American male actor Troy Kotsur made new history in the world of Oscar.

Actor was nominated very first time for the best supporting role actor in his movie Coda, Ciaran Hinds, Jesse Plemons, J.K. Simmons and Kodi Smit-McPhee were also in the nomination list.

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In his award receiving speech, the actor quoted “Thank you so much to all the members of the Academy for recognizing my work.”

While on the other hand he also expressed his disbelief to achieve recognition among the set of actors.

Further he stated, “This is amazing to be here on this journey, I cannot believe I am here.”

While in ceremony actor paid tribute to his father by saying, “He was the best singer in our family, and said Dad, I have learned so much from you I will always love you. You are my hero.”

At the end of his speech he dedicated the award to the deaf and disabled communities, and said “This is our moment.”