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Young Godzilla co-star Kaylee Hottle dies at 18, tributes pour in

Kaylee Hottle, the deaf actress who played Jia in Godzilla vs Kong and its 2024 sequel, died in a single-vehicle crash in Frederick, Maryland at age 18; tributes from Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, Eiza González, and Marlee Matlin highlighted her talent and kindness, with the Deaf community advocacy noted by RNID; police said excessive speed was a likely factor, and her father posted an ASL statement confirming the loss; Legendary Pictures called her a cherished part of the Monsterverse.

via BBC|

#deaf-representation #entertainment #godzilla-vs-kong

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

Deaf Actress Kaylee Hottle, Known for Godzilla Franchise, Dies at 18 in Maryland Car Crash

Kaylee Hottle, the 18-year-old deaf actress who played Jia in Godzilla vs. Kong and its sequel, died after a car crash in Maryland; her father disclosed the news via an American Sign Language livestream, saying her heart stopped on the way to the hospital, and she had been an advocate for greater Deaf representation in film.

via Fox News|

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entertainment1 month ago•1 min saved

Kaylee Hottle, 18, Godzilla v Kong Actress, Dies in Car Crash

Kaylee Hottle, the 18-year-old actress who played Jia in Godzilla v Kong and its sequel, died in a car crash in Frederick, Maryland. Her death was confirmed by her father via a Facebook video delivered in American Sign Language, with tributes from the Texas School for the Deaf. Hottle was an advocate for deaf representation in film and earned a Saturn Awards nomination for best performance by a younger actor, having also appeared in commercials and an episode of Magnum P.I.

via The Guardian|

#asl #car-crash #deaf-representation

entertainment1 year ago•9 min saved

Marlee Matlin Opens Up on Hollywood, Healing, and Overcoming Adversity

The article discusses the life and career of Marlee Matlin, the only deaf actor to win an Oscar, highlighting her groundbreaking achievements, personal struggles, and the importance of authentic deaf representation in media, as explored in the documentary 'Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore' directed by deaf filmmaker Shoshannah Stern.

via The Guardian|

#deaf-representation #documentary #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•7 min saved

"Alaqua Cox: Breaking Barriers and Challenges in Marvel's 'Echo' Representation"

Alaqua Cox, star of Marvel's "Hawkeye," discusses her journey to becoming an actor and her role as Maya Lopez in the upcoming spinoff series "Echo," which features a predominantly Indigenous cast and crew. Cox emphasizes the importance of authentic representation for Indigenous and deaf communities in the entertainment industry and shares her experiences working on set, including the challenges and accommodations made for her as a deaf actor. She also expresses her desire for diverse acting roles beyond Marvel and reflects on her unexpected career path.

via Variety|

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entertainment2 years ago•8 min saved

"Marvel's 'Echo': A Bold and Bloody Triumph or a Death Knell for the MCU?"

"Echo" marks several firsts for Marvel Studios as it introduces the MCU's first deaf and Native American character, Maya Lopez, and becomes the first Marvel series to receive a TV-MA rating. Director and executive producer Sydney Freeland emphasizes the series' grounded and gritty nature, aiming for authenticity and cultural specificity in depicting the Deaf and Indigenous lead character. Freeland discusses the challenges and considerations in crafting a dynamic story with a non-speaking lead, as well as the importance of cultural consultation and feedback from the Choctaw Nation. The series debuts on Disney+ and Hulu, showcasing a more visceral and street-level narrative while incorporating a one-shot fight scene and navigating the introduction of Daredevil into the story.

via Deadline|

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entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Marvel's 'Echo' Breaks New Ground with TV-MA Rating, Simultaneous Hulu Debut, and Diverse Lead"

Marvel's upcoming series "Echo" will be the first to simultaneously debut on Disney+ and Hulu, have a TV-MA rating, and feature a deaf and Native American superhero as the central character. Director Sydney Freeland emphasized the importance of representation and authenticity, reimagining the character's Indigeneity as a member of the Choctaw tribe and collaborating with the tribe for input. The series explores trauma and its consequences on a street-level, with a focus on family. Marvel supported the creative choices, including the use of American Sign Language and realistic fight sequences. The show premieres on January 10.

via Variety|

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