Troy Kotsur
Born: 1968-07-24 in Mesa, Arizona, USA
Known For: Acting
Biography
Troy Kotsur has been acting and directing for over 20 years. Deaf since birth, he was raised in Mesa, AZ. In his career he has had critically acclaimed performances in major films, a lead role in the Broadway run of a Tony Award-winning play, and numerous memorable roles on Television. Troy has garnered rave reviews for his leading role in the 2021 feature CODA, which was awarded Best Ensemble Cast at Sundance. He is credited with being one of the prime reasons for the feature's festival success, which lead to its $25 million sale to Apple. Previous to this, Troy had a supporting role in The Number 23 starring Jim Carrey, and in subsequent years became known for stand-out performances in indie features. In television, Troy made headlines in 2019 for his acting role in The Mandalorian on Disney+ because along with acting, he choreographed an adapted form of sign language for the series. Other notable television roles include guest star appearances on Criminal Minds, Scrubs, CSI: NY, and a fan-favorite recurring character on PAX's Sue Thomas: FB-Eye. Much of Troy's success has stemmed from his highly respected career on stage. This includes a role in the Tony Award-winning run of Big River on Broadway, performing at the Mark Taper Forum, and the 2015 LA Drama Critics Circle Award nominee Spring Awakening.
Filmography
2026
- Primate as Adam
- In Cold Light as Will
2025
- Black Rabbit as Joe Mancuso
- Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore as Self
2023
- To My Father as Self
2022
2021
- Foundation as Preem Palver
- CODA as Frank Rossi
- The Book of Boba Fett ... (Other)
2019
- The Kelly Clarkson Show as Self
- The Mandalorian as Tusken Raider Scout #1
2016
- Wild Prairie Rose as James Hansen
2013
2008
- Universal Signs as Chris
2007
- The Number 23 as Barnaby
- I See The Crowd Roar: The Story of William Dummy Hoy as Luther
2002
- Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye as Troy Myers
2001
- Scrubs as Mr. Frances
2000
- Curb Your Enthusiasm as Troy Kotsur
- Strong Medicine as Lars
1953
- The Oscars as Self