How many deaf people do you know in real life? Unless they live in a cave, or are 14, which seems to be true for most people in this business, what could I possibly tell them that they dont already know? – Marlee Matlin
When it comes down to it, its about who you know, and whos a fan. Its about whether youre the right age, whether youre hot or not, whether the studio is into you or not. – Marlee Matlin
I have made the choices that work best for me. I know I cannot please everyone, and thats fine. – Marlee Matlin
I hope that through my example, such as my role on The West Wing, I can help change attitudes on deafness and prove we can really do everything… except hear. – Marlee Matlin
Well I do think, when there are more women, that the tone of the conversation changes, and also the goals of the conversation change. But it doesnt mean that the whole world would be a lot better if it were totally run by women. If you think that, youve forgotten high school. – Madeleine Albright