When I lost my hearing, my mom got a deaf mentor to come into the home. Millicent Simmonds Read Quote
If you’re disabled or different from what general society deems normal, it’s fine. There will always be people who won’t accept you, but there are others you can find who will. You’re never alone. Millicent Simmonds Read Quote
When I read the script for ‘A Quiet Place’, I immediately wanted to be a part of the film. It is such a unique story and I love my character, Regan. Millicent Simmonds Read Quote
I have no problem with how people communicate. But I think it’s important… for everyone to be open to learn sign language. Millicent Simmonds Read Quote
We do need more deaf people in Hollywood. But I don’t think that deaf people always have to play a deaf role. I think we can play different roles. We need to see more diversity period. More people of color. More disabled people. More gender diversity. All kinds of diversity. Millicent Simmonds Read Quote
I’m not as savvy and knowledgable about all of the directors that are out there, but as a person, I’m really open-minded and love meeting new people and watching the way directors film and their perspectives and following their lead. Millicent Simmonds Read Quote
