Millicent Simmonds, Hollywood star of “A Quiet Place” and deaf-mute

Millicent Simmonds spoke of seeing a “major shift” in the industry.

quiet place Deaf star praises Hollywood type She was honored at the 44th New York Women in Film and Television Muse Awards on Wednesday in New York for becoming more “approachable” over the past few years.

“I’ve seen such a big shift in the industry. Over the past few years you’ve seen so much more at your fingertips,” the actress was among more than 700 guests who gathered at Cipriani 42nd Street to receive the award. By.

“You’re going to see more subtitles. You’re going to see more inclusivity in the industry. People seem to be more open-minded. I’m seeing a lot more empathy. I’m very grateful for that shift,” she added.

Fran Drescher, Alex Borstein, Kyra Sedgwick, Tantoo Cardinal, Latasha Symonds was joined by Latasha Gillespie, Michèle Stephenson and Oscar winner Raney Aronson-Rath.

Drescher received the award, but it was accepted by SAG-AFTRA executive vice president Linda Powell, who was unable to attend the night because of her father’s recent death.

“We are in a different time now. Sometimes the best way to create a better world is to refuse to accept anything less. Know your worth. Don’t make sales,” read Powell, SAG President Dre A note written by Tohru.