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Learn about Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress and champion of the Deaf community.
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Learn about Marlee Matlin, Oscar-winning actress and champion of the Deaf community.
Marlee Matlin visits the house she grew up in Morton Grove, Illinois.
Marlee Matlin refused to allow a hearing actor to play her Deaf husband in the 2021 film “CODA.”
Henry Winkler took Marlee Matlin in for two years while she recovered from a turbulent time.
Giuliano Hazan demonstrates his mother's Roman-style artichokes.
Watch chef Shola Olunloyo make Marcella Hazan’s simple roast chicken with lemons.
Giuliano Hazan demonstrates his mother's meatballs and tomatoes.
Marcella Hazan wrote “The Classic Italian Cook Book” with her husband Victor translating.
Marcella Hazan introduced classic Italian ingredients to America, including extra virgin olive oil.
Discover how Marcella Hazan became a teacher.
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