Troy Kotsur, first deaf male actor to win an Oscar for his role in the film CODAHe had his prized statuette stolen for a few hours this weekend, NBC News reports.
The events took place last Saturday, during a visit by the comedian in his hometown of Mesa, Arizona, where he was honored for his victory at the Oscars. During his visit, his Jeep, where his Oscar was, was stolen by two teenagers.
Local police quickly located the stolen car and the two teenagers, who were charged with theft. The vehicle and the Oscar were returned overnight to Troy Kotsur.
Star of the US remake of “The Aries Family”
Troy Kotsur became known to the general public with his role, all in humor and sensitivity, of a grumpy but affectionate father in CODAthe american remake of the aries family.
Deaf from birth, the 53-year-old American had already been renowned for decades as a stage actor, with major Broadway roles on his resume. In the cinema, he especially stood out in number 23with jim square.
Source: BFM TV
