I mean no disrespect to the Oscar-winning deaf actress. She can go anywhere she damn pleases.
But, the thing is ... she's deaf.
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Mo Wants To Know: Why Was Marlee Matlin At American Idol Last Night?
Posted May 23rd 2007 5:36PM by Mo Rocca
Filed under: Mo Wants To Know, American Idol, Melinda Doolittle, Marlee Matlin
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1. All the activism in this thread is inspiring, and I'm in no position to refute notions that the deaf can "feel" the "beat," as it were, but I caught that shot of Marlee, too, and my VERY FIRST thought was, "Hey, isn't that the lady from WHAT THE BLEEP? And isn't she deaf?!" Yeah, and then I chuckled.
Calling Mo an Imus, though? Lighten up, America.
Tommy at 12:48PM on May 24th 2007
2. Nothing but admiration should come Marlee Matlin's way. Why on earth do people react so disrespectful saying deafness is something that hinders someone from dancing when Marlee has more grace and style then the other women on the show! . When it comes to handicaps, especially deafness, the Amercian Society readily labels deaf people as if they really are "Children of a Lesser God!" when actually the hearing scociety is the one with the handicap! Shame on anyone who dares to critize Marlee! She is admirable and beautiful next to any other dancer in that show and nobody can hold a candle to her!
Katrina Hogan at 7:12PM on Mar 27th 2008
3. Marlee Matlin is now on DANCING WITH THE STARS,..and WINNING!!!!!!
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MrsMoRocca at 10:40PM on May 23rd 2007
6. I think you are an idiot for bringing up a question like that about Marlee and I find it very disrespectful. Marlee may be deaf but she is an extraoridnary person and actress and should be able to go wherever she wants. Your question has no creditability and it is just plain stupid and insensitive.
CG at 11:44PM on May 23rd 2007
7. Do my posts bother you Mo?.....Because really I looked back on everything I wrote, I dont know why but lately you have become my new obsession. It may be because I think your hot, I like the way you talk,etc....
past obsessions include: Keith Urban, Joe Don Rooney(Rascal Flatts), Jake Weber, etc...
MrsMoRocca at 2:37AM on May 24th 2007
8. Im deaf and I go to movies that are not captioned etc. Sometimes you want to be where the "in crowd" is regardless of the level of enjoyment it does or does not bring.
Rob at 6:41AM on May 24th 2007
9. Hello,
I have a daughter, now 22, who is deaf. I was a room mother at her school. (It was a school for the deaf.)
They had dances every year. Lots of them! Beach party dances, homecoming dances, Prom..you name it! Those kids could dance better than some of the hearing high school kids in my neighborhood!
Most 'deaf' people are not 100% deaf. And ANYONE can enjoy music,through hearing it or 'feeling' it.
I say "Way to go!" to Marlee for showing her support to the finalists!
Drella at 8:05AM on May 24th 2007
10. With this poll, it appears that you don't really know anyone who is deaf. They do listen to music, feeling vibrations and using other senses that those of us who can hear don't really use fully. Plus, they can read lips and pick up the words being sung. Plus, they do like to be around non-deaf people. Maybe one of her reasons for being there is to educate ignorant people who don't have a clue about the capabilities of people who are deaf, or of people in general with disabilities.
Jeff at 8:15AM on May 24th 2007
11. I agree with CG your an IDIOT!!!
gail at 10:09AM on May 24th 2007
12. Ouch, Mo . . . I usually dig what you have to say. Methinks ya may be a wee bit jealous of all the attention Imus got for ramming his foot in his mouth. Not a bad attempt, but only time will tell.
chimeraphile at 11:04AM on May 24th 2007
13. Hey MO,
I am deaf also, I have watch American Idol since season 1... so what if i am deaf or not.. I enjoyed watch people singing ..
Even my daughter who is 14 loves to sing in car, i watch her all the time...
You are so idiot!!!! Please research it before you put up and insult deaf people... Got it!!!
Bam at 11:12AM on May 24th 2007
14. I am an director of a dance co, called The Wild Zappers, who happened to be deaf. Marlee Matlin may be "deaf" but who are they telling her that she cannot enjoy American Idol?
There are many "deaf" people watching the show in America and talking about who is "hot" or should be eliminated. Remember that there is different degree of deafness and ways to "hear", just like different degree of blindness. If they can see a little, we still call them blind. Also,There are deaf rappers, dancers, actors, musician out there..you name it. if u didn't know that, well, you may be "deaf" and "blind" to "our community". time to open your eyes and ear to deaf population.
fred beam at 11:34PM on May 29th 2007
15. All the activism in this thread is inspiring, and I'm in no position to refute notions that the deaf can "feel" the "beat," as it were, but I caught that shot of Marlee, too, and my VERY FIRST thought was, "Hey, isn't that the lady from WHAT THE BLEEP? And isn't she deaf?!" Yeah, and then I chuckled.
Tom at 12:35PM on May 24th 2007