Troy Kotsur
Troy Kotsur | |
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Born | Troy Michael Kotsur July 24, 1968[1] Mesa, Arizona, U.S. |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1989–present |
Spouse | |
Children | 1 |
Awards | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (2022) |
Troy Michael Kotsur (
After making his Broadway debut in a 2003 revival of Big River, Kotsur's performance in a 2012 production of Cyrano earned him a nomination for the Ovation Award for Best Actor in a Play. He directed and starred in the film No Ordinary Hero: The SuperDeafy Movie (2013) and gained wider attention with his guest role in the Disney+ series The Mandalorian (2019). Kotsur's portrayal of a deaf father in the comedy drama film CODA (2021) was critically acclaimed and won him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, making him the first male deaf actor, and second overall (after Marlee Matlin[a]) to win an acting Oscar.
Early life and education
Kotsur was born in
After Kotsur graduated from high school, he interned at KTSP-TV (now known as KSAZ-TV). While he had aspired to direct films, during the internship he assisted an editor and did not feel connected with people, recalling, "My directing dream poofed after I accepted the fact that I lived in a world that did not use my language."[4] He then attended Gallaudet University from 1987 to 1989 and studied theater, television, and film.[5]
Career
When Kotsur received an acting job offer from the
In 2001, Kotsur and hearing actor Lyle Kanouse were cast together in a Deaf West Theatre production of the 1985 musical
In 2012, Kotsur starred in the play Cyrano, based on
In 2016 he starred in Deborah LaVine's independent feature, Wild Prairie Rose.[9] The film won the Jimmy Stewart Legacy award at the Heartland International Film Festival.[10]
In
In 2021, Kotsur appeared in the feature film
Kotsur is set to star in Flash Before the Bang, a sports drama television show with an all-deaf cast.[15]
Personal life
Kotsur is married to actress Deanne Bray, who is also deaf, and they have one daughter, Kyra Monique Kotsur, born on September 8, 2005.
Acting credits
Film
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2007 | The Number 23 | Barnaby | |
2008 | Universal Signs | Chris | |
2009 | See What I'm Saying: The Deaf Entertainers Documentary | Self | Documentary |
2013 | No Ordinary Hero: The SuperDeafy Movie | Matt | Also director |
2016 | Wild Prairie Rose[citation needed] | James Hansen | |
2021 | CODA | Frank Rossi | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor |
2025 | In Cold Light[16] | Post-production |
Television
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2001 | Strong Medicine | Lars | Episode: Fix" |
2002–2005 | Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye | Troy Myers | 5 episodes |
2003 | Doc | Troy | Episode: "Rules of Engagement" |
2006 | CSI: NY | Dennis Mitchum | Episode: "Silent Night" |
2007 | Scrubs | Mr. Frances | Episode: "My Words of Wisdom" |
2012 | Criminal Minds | John Myers | Episode: "The Silencer" |
2019 | The Mandalorian | Tusken Raider Scout #1 | Episode: "Chapter 5: The Gunslinger" |
2023 | Superbowl LVII[17] | himself | National Anthem interpreter |
2024 | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Himself | Episode: "Vertical Drop, Horizontal Tug" |
2025 | Foundation | Preem Palver | Filming |
Theatre
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
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1989 | In a Room Somewhere | Play by Suzan Zeder, directed by Victor Brown | [5] | |
1991–1992 | Treasure Island | Based on Treasure Island; tour under National Theatre of the Deaf | [5] | |
1992–1993 | Ophelia | Hamlet | Based on Hamlet's character Ophelia; tour under National Theatre of the Deaf | [5] |
1993 | 25 Cents | Harry | New York Deaf Theatre production | [18] |
2001 | Big River | Pap Finn/The Duke | Kotsur shared role of "Pap" with Lyle Kanouse; produced under Deaf West Theatre | [6] |
2002 | Big River | Pap Finn/The Duke | Performed at Mark Taper Forum; Kotsur shared role of "Pap" with Lyle Kanouse | [6] |
2003 | Big River | Pap Finn/The Duke | Broadway revival under Deaf West Theatre and Roundabout Theatre Company; Kotsur shared role of "Pap" with Lyle Kanouse | [19] |
2012 | Cyrano | Cyrano | Based on Cyrano de Bergerac; produced under Deaf West Theatre | [5] |
2014 | Spring Awakening | Adult Men | Produced under Deaf West Theatre | [20] |
Accolades
Year | Organizations | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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2012
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Ovation Awards | Best Lead Actor in a Play
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Cyrano | Nominated | [5] |
2021
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Academy Awards | Best Supporting Actor | CODA | Won | [21] |
British Academy Film Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role | Won | [22] | ||
Critics' Choice Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Won | [23] | ||
Golden Globe Awards | Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture | Nominated | [24] | ||
Gotham Awards | Outstanding Supporting Performance | Won | [25] | ||
Independent Spirit Awards | Best Supporting Male | Won | [26] | ||
Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture | Won | [27] | ||
Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role | Won |
Notes
- ^ a b Matlin, who stars opposite Kotsur in CODA, won Best Actress in 1986 for Children of a Lesser God.
References
- ^ "Famous birthdays for July 24: Elisabeth Moss, Anna Paquin - UPI.com". UPI. Archived from the original on July 24, 2022. Retrieved March 13, 2023.
- ^ "Mesa-born deaf actor makes film history with Oscar nomination". February 8, 2022. Archived from the original on February 11, 2022. Retrieved February 9, 2022.
- ^ Potkonjak, Marija (August 14, 2003). "Sound, fury and success on stage". East Valley Tribune. Archived from the original on February 9, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ Polletta, Maria (December 1, 2014). "Deaf actor from Mesa directs first movie". The Arizona Republic. Archived from the original on March 19, 2023. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ a b c d e f g h "Deaf Person of the Month: Troy Kotsur". deafpeople.com. MSM Productions Ltd. November 2012. Archived from the original on October 28, 2020. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ a b c d Mandell, Jonathan (July 20, 2003). "Theater; 'Big River' Sings (and Signs) on Broadway". The New York Times. Archived from the original on February 9, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ "Troy Kotsur". IMDb. Archived from the original on September 27, 2022. Retrieved September 26, 2022.
- ^ Staff (August 27, 2014). "No Ordinary Hero Returns To Big Screen". Canyon News. Archived from the original on February 6, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ "View Trailer". Wild Prairie Rose. Archived from the original on August 9, 2022. Retrieved August 9, 2022.
- ^ Andy Ober. "Heartland Film Festival Names 2016 Winners". Inside INdiana Business. Archived from the original on August 9, 2022. Retrieved August 9, 2022.
- ^ Kotsur, Troy (April 29, 2022). "How CODA's Troy Kotsur Created Sign Language for the STAR WARS Universe". Nerdist (Interview). Interviewed by Melissa Mille. YouTube. Archived from the original on August 10, 2022. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
- ^ Kotsur, Troy (August 31, 2021). "Coffee with Joel: Troy Kotsur". Coffee with Joel (Interview). Interviewed by Joel Barish in ASL (no sound). YouTube. Archived from the original on August 10, 2022. Retrieved August 10, 2022.
- ^ Del Barco, Mandalit (August 8, 2021). "How Troy Kotsur of 'CODA' broke barriers as a deaf actor, on stage and on screen". npr.org. NPR. Archived from the original on February 5, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ Del Barco, Mandalit (March 27, 2022). "CODA's Troy Kotsur is now the first Deaf man to win an Oscar for acting". NPR. Archived from the original on April 12, 2022. Retrieved March 28, 2022.
- ^ "Pearl Street Films Boards Deaf Sports Drama 'Flash Before the Bang' With Troy Kotsur". TheWrap. August 16, 2021. Archived from the original on August 16, 2021. Retrieved August 18, 2021.
- ^ Maika Monroe & Troy Kotsur To Lead Crime Thriller ‘In Cold Light’, Marking The Latter’s First Movie Since Memorable Oscar Win For ‘CODA’ — Cannes Market
- ^ "Watch Chris Stapleton and 'Coda' star Troy Kotsur perform Super Bowl national anthem". EW.com. Retrieved March 20, 2024.
- ^ "14th Anniversary Season" (PDF). New York Deaf Theatre, Ltd. December 1993. Archived from the original (PDF) on April 2, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ISBN 978-0-7864-5309-2.
- ^ "Deaf West Theatre's Immersive Spring Awakening, Directed by Michael Arden, Extends". Playbill. Archived from the original on February 10, 2022. Retrieved February 10, 2022.
- ^ Barco, Mandalit del (March 27, 2022). "CODA's Troy Kotsur is now the first Deaf man to win an Oscar for acting". NPR. Archived from the original on April 12, 2022. Retrieved March 28, 2022.
- ^ Ravindran, Manori (February 3, 2022). "BAFTA Awards Nominations Unveiled: 'Dune,' 'Power of the Dog' Lead Field, Will Smith Earns First BAFTA Nod". Variety. Archived from the original on February 3, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ Staff (December 13, 2021). "Film Nominations Announced for the 27th Annual Critics Choice Awards". criticschoice.com. Critics Choice Association. Archived from the original on May 31, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ Buchanan, Kyle (December 13, 2021). "Golden Globes Nominations 2022: The Complete List". The New York Times. Archived from the original on December 28, 2021. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ Mandinach, Zach (November 29, 2021). "31st Annual Gotham Awards Winners Announced". thegotham.org. The Gotham Film & Media Institute. Archived from the original on May 16, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- Film Independent. Archivedfrom the original on May 16, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
- ^ Staff. "The 28th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards: Nominees & Recipients". sagawards.org. SAG-AFTRA. Archived from the original on March 27, 2022. Retrieved February 6, 2022.
External links
- Troy Kotsur at IMDb