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#DeafTalent model Nyle DiMarco wows on Dancing with the Stars

He may not be able to hear the words to the song, but Nyle DiMarco, the most recent winner of America’s Next Top Model,  hit the dance floor on Monday […]

#DeafTalent: Q&A with Deaf filmmaker, Jules Dameron

An Interview with Deaf film maker and director, Jules Dameron, who led the #DeafTalent movement.

#deaftalent:”The Walking Dead” casts deaf actress Lauren Ridloff

Lauren Ridloff, a deaf actress, well known for her role in “Children of a Lesser God” will star in Season 9 of “The Walking Dead” as a deaf character Ridloff […]

All you need to know about 2018 #DeafTalent

As 2018 draws to a close, it’s a perfect time to reflect on this year of #DeafTalent in the media. From shining stars to raising deaf awareness, here’s how the […]

#DeafTalent: Deaf activist Chella Man cast for “Titans” Season 2

Deaf YouTuber, Model, and Artist, Chella Man, will be adding ‘actor’ to his resume, as he is lined up to appear in Season 2 of DC Universe’s action-adventure series, “Titans.” […]

2019 #DeafTalent Highlights

This year was full of wonderful monthly moments where we saw #DeafTalent in the media. As the end of the year is drawing near, we reflect on the best of  […]

Community Spotlight: Deaf hip hop artist helps us feel the beat with BSL

We love it when people share their hearing loss stories with us on social media. Our community often provides comfort, encouragement, inspiration and support for others in similar situations. Recently […]

The 10-year-old Deaf model who is breaking down stigmas

Gabriella was born deaf, but that hasn’t stopped her from following her dreams of becoming a model.

This is how you should actually talk about deaf people in Pop Culture

It’s great that more deaf people in Pop Culture are helping break down stigmas of hearing loss. But there are some things to remember when portraying them.

5 Hearing Loss Issues that Defined 2016

Breaking stigmas, innovative technologies, new research and new perceptions have made 2016 a defining year for deaf culture.

Deaf is Cool! Fashion brand breaks down stigmas of hearing loss

Have you ever wanted to visually express your hearing loss? I’m proudly living with hearing loss, and know that I’m able to achieve anything even with my deafness. I’ve seen […]

Short film ‘The Silent Child’ premieres in August to raise deaf awareness

The Silent Child is a short film based on a true story about a deaf child. It is written by Rachel Shenton (as seen on Switched at Birth) and was […]

Deaf dancer Chris Fonseca encourages others to ‘Dream it, Believe it, Achieve it.’

Contracting meningitis at a young age and losing the ability to hear in both ears hasn’t stopped Chris Fonseca from defying all odds to achieve his passion of becoming a profoundly […]

Deaf model’s cochlear implant photoshopped from ad

Model Simone Botha Welgemoed said the advert is missing one prominent and personal feature: her cochlear implant. 

New movie ‘Wonderstruck’ shines spotlight on deaf culture

What is it like to have a father who doesn’t know how to empathize or sympathize with a child’s deafness? That’s the base of a new movie called Wonderstruck, which […]

How to feel more confident with your hearing loss

5 ways to feel more confident with hearing loss

Stranger Things’ Millie Bobby Brown joins list of celebrities opening up about hearing loss

Thirteen-year-old actress Millie Bobby Brown has gained international attention for her role as Eleven in the hit science fiction-horror Netflix series, but recently she been in the news for another topic: […]

Nyle DiMarco’s twin brother, Nico, proves Deaf can DJ

The twin brother of Deaf model Nyle DiMarco proves his passions by pursing dream of being a DJ with hearing loss.

Celebrating the diversity of deafness

What does it mean to be Deaf, deaf or hard of hearing? Whether you are heavily involved in the Deaf/deaf/hard of hearing community, just learning about it, or somewhere in […]

TV series ‘This Close’ starring two deaf actors premieres February 14

The show “This Close” is premiering February 14 and will be the first Hollywood TV series to have deaf writers, producers, and creators. This is huge progress and we hope […]