Millicent Simmonds

I don't use my voice a lot in public.

— Millicent Simmonds

A lot of people say the middle child is the most adventurous. That's me!

— Millicent Simmonds

In third or fourth grade, I loved to sign stories and monologues.

— Millicent Simmonds

We have a wonderful world. I feel very lucky to be in it.

— Millicent Simmonds

I want to study philosophy. That fascinates me.

— Millicent Simmonds

I love to read. My favorite book series is 'Cherubs'.

— Millicent Simmonds

I'm happy being deaf. I'm happy with my life and my family.

— Millicent Simmonds

I always wanted to be a cop or a fireman or do something dangerous.

— Millicent Simmonds

What I want to do is encourage more of that, more deaf presence in TV, movies, acting, modeling - that's really what…

— Millicent Simmonds

The deaf community relies so much on eye contact, expression and body language. It's such a huge part of who we are.

— Millicent Simmonds

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

Todd Haynes was incredible, he treated me like an adult, communicated with me, was supportive, he treated me as any director would…

— Millicent Simmonds

Growing up, I never thought about becoming an actress because I never saw deaf people in TV or movies. I didn't think…

— Millicent Simmonds

I think signing gave 'A Quiet Place' a unique quality. I think sign language is represented as beautiful and helpful.

— Millicent Simmonds

I was very shy. I didn't really hang around with hearing people very much. Mostly I had deaf friends.

— Millicent Simmonds

When I was younger I didn't want to hang around with anyone. But now I feel so comfortable. I convey my thoughts,…

— Millicent Simmonds

Texting has definitely improved the communication between the deaf and hearing communities, but it shouldn't be... a substitute for learning the language…

— Millicent Simmonds

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,…

— Millicent Simmonds

I'm from a really nice town. Full of nature, mountains, clean air, rock climbing. But I'd prefer New York City. I love…

— Millicent Simmonds

We do need more deaf people in Hollywood. But I don't think that deaf people always have to play a deaf role.…

— Millicent Simmonds

I want to travel the world - like Egypt. I love history. That's my favorite subject at school. From the building of…

— Millicent Simmonds

Scary movies depend on sound a lot to scare people. When I look around and see people are jumping in their seats,…

— Millicent Simmonds

I wouldn't mind if I had to travel every single day. I love meeting new people and experiencing new things, making new…

— Millicent Simmonds

American Sign Language is a language. It's fun to learn, and it's different from other languages because you use your hands, you…

— Millicent Simmonds

I ride my motorcycle with my dad, I hang out with my sisters.

— Millicent Simmonds

One of my favorite movies is 'Paper Moon.'

— Millicent Simmonds

When I lost my hearing, my mom got a deaf mentor to come into the home.

— Millicent Simmonds

My advice for young people is to just be yourself. There's no pressure. Do what you want to do. And if you…

— Millicent Simmonds

When I read the script for 'A Quiet Place', I immediately wanted to be a part of the film. It is such…

— Millicent Simmonds

I'm actually a fan of horror films.

— Millicent Simmonds

I don't really like fashion.

— Millicent Simmonds

I'd love to continue acting. Maybe start a business.

— Millicent Simmonds

I'd like to meet more people and gain more experiences and travel.

— Millicent Simmonds

But I was always comedic and would tell stories and use a lot of expressions.

— Millicent Simmonds

New York is my favorite city. I would love to move there one day.

— Millicent Simmonds

When I was in 2nd or 3rd grade, the drama teacher at my deaf school noticed that I liked to tell stories…

— Millicent Simmonds

I don't know that hearing people have ever felt that experience of truly being left out. They have easy communication, while deaf…

— Millicent Simmonds

I was in several school performances, mainly Shakespeare and comedic roles. I just accidentally became an actor. I totally didn't expect this.

— Millicent Simmonds

I think hearing kids my age miss out on genuine connections already because they text so much, and then they feel awkward…

— Millicent Simmonds

To really understand a deaf person's experience, you need someone that is deaf to be able to tell you what their experience…

— Millicent Simmonds