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Marlee Matlin


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Gender: Female
Status: Married
Age: 44
Sign: Virgo

City: LOS ANGELES
State: California
Country: US
Signup Date: 1/8/2008
Tuesday, February 19, 2008 

Category: Blogging
So, I'm sure you heard the news. I'm on "Dancing With the Stars." Am I crazy or brave? I just finished watching the film "Strictly Ballroom" and the line "A life lived in fear is a life half lived," stuck with me. So, better not to ask "why" but rather "why not?!" My husband and children are HUGE fans, more than even me, and I love watching people turn their heads and say "how is she going to do the show and not hear the music?!" Ah, but what you don't know is that I'm not really deaf; I just faked it to win the Oscar...KIDDING. In all seriousness, I'm doing it because I can. Simple enough. Really, for me and the other 26 million Deaf and hard of hearing people out there, the only thing we CAMT do is hear. The rest is all possible.

So this morning I'm in Chicago and getting ready to tape Oprah with the rest of the cast of the show. Meanwhile, it's 5 degrees in my home town with a wind chill of 10 below. Gotta love my home town regardless.

Meanwhile, I appreciate all your support and kind words. And wish me luck!

Talk to you all soon.
M
Paula

 
Good luck, Marlee!

I've seen you on various films, TV series, awards shows, and read numerous articles about you when I come across them...I think you are a wonderfully confident and talented actress, first of all.
I myself am deaf -- lower case, my choice --- and the one thing you consistently state is that the one thing we cannot do is hear. I applaud that truth, as it IS. And certainly, even a deaf person may have rhythm and movement! I look forward to "Dancing With the Stars".

Paula in Texas
 
Posted by Paula on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:18 AM
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It's Stephanie Bitch ♥
Stephanie Plona

 
I think you'll be great! Good luck!!! So excited for the season to start!
 
Posted by It's Stephanie Bitch ♥ on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:19 AM
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Mary

 
MS. MAtlin-

You ROCK!! Thanks for standing up for us!!!BTW_ LOVE YOUR WORK!!!
Mary
 
Posted by Mary on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:21 AM
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I have been a fan of yours for a long time, Marlee. You are a great source of encouragement and inspiration as a person. I also got hooked on the 'Dancing with the Stars' phenomenon several years ago so I was excited to hear that you would be joining the cast. I wish you the best of good fortune on the show.
Blessings and Peace.

~jon
 
Posted by on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:21 AM
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On_Air_Air_On

 
I think you're brave. and crazy. but mostly brave. :) It will be intense, but i know you'll do great and can't wait to watch. Best of luck Marlee, you can do it!!
 
Posted by On_Air_Air_On on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:22 AM
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Lildarlin429

 
I was so glad to see that your were doing the Dancing with the Stars. I know that it is going to be difficult but with the learning of the dance moves and the beat of the music on the floor you will do great!! I look forward to seeing you dance and well as play that great part on the L Word that I have been sucked right into. Good luck Marlee!!
 
Posted by Lildarlin429 on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:23 AM
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Veronica
Veronica Suarez

 
I think you'll be great. Good luck and hope you win!
 
Posted by Veronica on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:24 AM
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L.D. ( i is scruffy)
L.D. Griggs

 
Good luck... i know you will absolutely make it through the entire run of the show.
 
Posted by L.D. ( i is scruffy) on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:25 AM
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Jen

 
Goodmorning
I think that you participating in Dancing with the Stars is simply amazing! My bestfriend is deaf and I love to watch her dance. I enjoy the fact that she can FEEL the music. It is in her soul. Some of my favorite moments with her was her and I downloading lyrics to songs and her and I following the words to go with the beats of the music. My entire world opened up because of her. You are one of her hero's and now one of mine as well. Goodluck with all you do and Thank you for opening my ear's, eye's, and heart to a new vibrant and beautiful world.

Jennifer
 
Posted by Jen on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:25 AM
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♥ Marlee Matlin Fan Page ♥
Rachel Sundin

 
Marlee! :D

I can't even tell you how excited I am. I've already begun posting on bunches of message boards: "VOTE FOR MARLEE".. if it's up to me, you're going to win this competition. I am going to do anything and everything to make sure of it. VOTE VOTE VOTE! But i am sure you don't need my help.. i have a feeling you're going to blow the roof off of the place every week. & blow everyones' mind!
Wow.. its 5 degrees in Chicago?! I thought it was cold here in Houston at 45 degrees! Oh and Oprah! Have fun :-)

Love ya
xoxo
Rachel
 
Posted by ♥ Marlee Matlin Fan Page ♥ on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:25 AM
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VAMPTOURGIRL

 
Who is your professional partner? I hope you have Louis, Tony, or Jonathan.... but Louis is my favourite. The man doesn't dance -- he floats!

I know you will be WONDERFUL because I have seen your ability to dance in several of your movies.... Whenever I see one on DVD, I try to buy it. You are a fantastic actress and make great movies.

YOU HAVE MMY VOTE ON "DWTS" -- I AM HOPING YOU WIN IT ALL !!!!!
 
Posted by VAMPTOURGIRL on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:25 AM
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BIGSLIM

 
can't wait 2 c the show! been a fan 4 years. take care
 
Posted by BIGSLIM on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 3:29 AM
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Luv Karla

 
You have more courage than I have Marlee.lol

I bet your a great dancer,so I can't wait to see some of your moves when
Dancing with the Stars is back!

Good luck Marlee.
 
Posted by Luv Karla on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 6:27 PM
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Pam - DeafMeditation.com

 
Heard the news? -- Your being on "Dancing with the Stars" is all the buzz! I've yet to get the "Dancing" bug, but knowing that you're soon to be a crazy-brave contestant has me running for my TiVo! I admire you so -- your acting is truly an unmeasurable Gift to the world. Now, I can hardly wait and look forward to watching you on "Dancing with the Stars." Congratulations and yes, good luck!

Best,

Pam Cavazos
 
Posted by Pam - DeafMeditation.com on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 6:28 PM
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Min

 
You are an inspration! You're going do great. I'll be watching and voting for you all the way. Oh, another movie you should watch to prepare you for dancing is "Flasdance" lol Just Kidding!

GOOD LUCK & ROCK ON!!
xoxox
Mindy
 
Posted by Min on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 6:30 PM
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Mandi
Amanda Privette Brown

 
Hey Marlee,
When I saw you were going to be on DWTS this season, I got in touch with all my friend and family. They don't usually watch DWTS, but they will this season bec u will be on. Lots of Luck! You will definetly get my votes.
-Mandi
 
Posted by Mandi on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 6:33 PM
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Andrea

 
Ahhh, your gonna do so great!!
i actually have never seen the show, but now that i know your on it,
my eyes will be glued to the TV! =)
im gonna be cheering for u!
Xo!

p.s.
your so funny! =)
 
Posted by Andrea on Thursday, February 21, 2008 - 6:34 PM
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Marmee
S. Proctor

 
Good Luck Marlee!!! In regards to your question "are you crazy or brave?" I think you are brave with a little crazy but will do well. If you weren't you wouldn't have gone as far as you have in your wonderful life. You are a good role model and I really glad they picked you. :) Keep dancing to your own music!
 
Posted by Marmee on Friday, February 22, 2008 - 4:52 AM
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Spiralmoon Studio
JayLene Seeley

 
Congratulations! As a fan of your work, I am so excited to see you in this new venue. Good luck!

JayLene
 
Posted by Spiralmoon Studio on Friday, February 22, 2008 - 4:53 AM
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Deleting.

 
Yep, I heard about news from www.afterellen.com This is a splendor surpise that you are going to be on dance with the stars. That is fierce! :-D I cant wait to see it. I am so curious your dancing, pretty face expression, and all in that. Even, You're brave girl on L word. So hot to see you kiss love to a girl name bette and it reflect to my heart. :-D


You did a very wonderful career.

Your Fan,
Sara K. (deaf Oralist lesbian)
FL & CA
 
Posted by Deleting. on Saturday, February 23, 2008 - 2:50 PM
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PM

 
That should be a lot of fun. I enjoy watching the show. Good Luck!!!
peace,
phil
 
Posted by PM on Saturday, February 23, 2008 - 2:53 PM
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Zahra ♥

 
Yessssss I heard this lol. I was so thrilled, I had to go to ourchart.com to tell other fans about this. I'm soo happy for you. LOL You got a sense of humor actually had me laughing while reading the paragraph. I'm soo glad you are in the cast of DWTS! Representing all Deaf and Hard of Hearing people around the world. I can't wait to see you dancing. I'm going to vote for you. You're a amazing! I'm routing for ya! Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Good luck!
 
Posted by Zahra ♥ on Saturday, February 23, 2008 - 2:53 PM
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Tony

 
I'm sure you'll do great. There is a lot of interest in you so you should get a lot of phone in votes...and I'm sure you'll wow the judges!
 
Posted by Tony on Sunday, February 24, 2008 - 6:43 AM
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[DamarisGloria]
damaris gloria

 
i've never watched dancing with the stars before... but i will be watching it this time!

good luck!!
 
Posted by [DamarisGloria] on Sunday, February 24, 2008 - 8:51 AM
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Persephone Moonshadow
Cynthia Kruger

 
Marlee . . . thank you so much for saying, " . . . the only thing we CAN'T do is hear." It is unbelievable how often we are discounted because our ears don't work so well. You go girl . . . knock 'em dead at DWtS!

P.s. you do great as Jodi on The L Word!
 
Posted by Persephone Moonshadow on Monday, February 25, 2008 - 8:44 AM
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Jordan
Jordan Calcagno

 
WOW! That's so cool! Good luck!!! I can't wait to see it!!! I really amire your bravery!
 
Posted by Jordan on Monday, February 25, 2008 - 8:45 AM
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-| Mo |-
I'm a winner.

 
Good luck! You're going to do great.

Anyways, the capability to dance well isn't dependent on hearing the music... we all know that there are many people out there that suffer from rhythm disability on the dance floor even with full hearing capacity.
 
Posted by -| Mo |- on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 - 4:54 PM
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Jason and Troy...two dads.

 
I am a tremendous fan of yours! I've followed your amazing career with such awe. You provide so much inspiration to me. I was so pleased to find out that you were not only on one of my favorite TV shows (L Word) but also going to be on DWTS! I am a dancer myself and when I was in college one of my best friends was also a dance major and just happened to be deaf as well. She was an amazing dancer, absolutely beautiful. I have no doubt you'll do so well on the show. You never cease to amaze me and one of the things I love about you is that you are always challenging both yourself and the status quo. (my foster daughter also watches you on her Baby Einstein video too!)
 
Posted by Jason and Troy...two dads. on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 - 4:55 PM
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Rock2HAL

 
Good Luck! I love to dance too. :)
Love,
Heidi
www.freewebs.com/rock2hal
 
Posted by Rock2HAL on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 - 3:47 PM
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just straight up tired
Chris Sine

 
hey good luck it just shows that even you have a disability or life challenge you can anything

goodluck you will be great!
 
Posted by just straight up tired on Saturday, March 01, 2008 - 3:24 AM
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Redeemable Messiah

 
Is this a REAL celebrity posting on MySpace? I am skeptical. There are many reality folks out there but real talent? Best of luck on the show. I think we can all feel the beat even if our ears can't jibe with the groove.
 
Posted by Redeemable Messiah on Saturday, March 01, 2008 - 3:26 AM
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Kevin's Sunshine
SUSAN BENZ

 
I just want to wish u good luck
 
Posted by Kevin's Sunshine on Saturday, March 01, 2008 - 7:33 PM
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Emily[I digress]
Emily Metcalfe

 
I hate that show...but now that your going to be on it...
I am sooo going to watch!
 
Posted by Emily[I digress] on Monday, March 03, 2008 - 5:26 PM
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Pat

 
Marlee, We saw you on Monday night, in Terre Haute, IN - along with my deaf grandson (Corey). You were/are FANTASTIC...!! Thanks for all you do, and for inspiring dreams. Corey now wants to be a *star* like you...!!
 
Posted by Pat on Wednesday, March 05, 2008 - 11:56 PM
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Amy

 
Hello Marlee and Fans!

Check this out! There is a new fan page dedicated to Marlee!

DeafRead (www.deafread.com) created the special webpage honoring Marlee Matlin for her two upcoming television appearances.

http://www.deafread.com/matlin/

DeafRead is also offering a special video contest called "Deaf People Can Dance!" - which deaf people shows off their dancing talent. The prize is $100.00.

Deaf people CAN dance!
 
Posted by Amy on Monday, March 10, 2008 - 4:45 AM
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Body Hunter

 
Your accomplishments are never ending-- looking forward to cheering for you!
 
Posted by Body Hunter on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 - 5:10 PM
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Deb

 
Bravo Marlee... I'm so excited to see you shine on DWTS. Cant wait to see you next Monday!

BTW: You've done a terrific job on TLW too this season. Although I'm a TiBette fan, I'm hoping you return in S6 as part of the gang, but not with Bette.

it would be great to have you continue your venture as a deaf lesbian on the show and hook up with someone OUTSIDE of the gang. Although it is typical of friends to be lovers too, it's better to see you with someone outside of the typical gang... BUT... please dont get hooked up with Paris Hilton! I dont think you guys would make a very good couple!
 
Posted by Deb on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 - 10:03 PM
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Annemarlen

 
So, yay, in fact: "why not?!". Hehe, you're right, .. The rest is all possible." But truly, I think: "Wow, that's absolutly great and just Marlee. ;)
 
Posted by Annemarlen on Sunday, March 16, 2008 - 2:59 PM
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Wonder Woman

 
All I can say is you GO GIRL. I have been a fan of yours for to many years to count. And to this day you still suprise me with your will. I wish you luck in this new quest. I will be watching you turn heads on DWTStars. Hope to see you on the Lword next season as well. Wishing you and your family well. Take care!

Jammie
 
Posted by Wonder Woman on Saturday, March 22, 2008 - 3:10 PM
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