Celebs With Hearing Loss
Phyllis Frelich
Actress Phyllis Frelich was born to deaf parents and was the oldest of nine children, who were all deaf. She graduated from Gallaudet University with a degree in library science but also explored the world of theater during her time as a student. Frelich went on to star on Broadway and earned a Tony award for Best Actress for her role in “Children of a Lesser God.” Her last acting role was in on “CSI” in 2011. Frelich passed away earlier this year at the age of 70.