Troy Kotsur 'thrilled' at Bafta diversity as he's first deaf actor to win major category

Deaf actor, Troy Kotsur is "thrilled" that the deaf community is getting more recognition at this year's Baftas.

The CODA actor is the first deaf actor to be nominated in a main category at the awards - and even ended up taking home 'Best Supporting Actor'. He's also been nominated for an Oscar, bringing hope to deaf people who dream of being on-screen.

"I'm seeing more and more diversity," he signed on the red carpet. "deaf people are now part of this inclusion so I'm thrilled and it means so much to me."

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