Troy Kotsur receives a standing ovation as first ever deaf male actor to win an Oscar

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You are my hero. "CODA, directed by Siân Heder, documents the life of 17-year-old Ruby, who is the sole hearing member of a deaf family – a CODA, child of deaf adults.

Speaking on stage on Sunday night, star Troy thanked his co-stars and family, before concluding with: "I just wanted to say that this is dedicated to the deaf community, the CODA community and the disabled community. "This is our moment.

To my mum, my dad and my brother Mark – they’re not here today but look at me now. I did it. "Viewers watching at home were moved by the emotional and touching speech - with some noting the.