Shoshannah Stern was born on July 3, 1980, in Walnut Creek, California, into a Deaf family that spans four generations. She is Jewish. Her parents are both Deaf, as are her grandparents. ASL is her first language. She attended Gallaudet University, the world’s only university designed for Deaf and hard-of-hearing students, and graduated with a degree in English.
Shoshannah Stern is an American actress known for her roles in television and film. She began her acting career in the early 2000s and has consistently broken barriers in the entertainment industry by portraying diverse characters and advocating for Deaf representation. Her career is marked by consistent work across various genres, often playing characters who are Deaf or hard of hearing.
Stern has appeared in numerous television series, including:
She has also appeared in films, including:
Stern is recognized for her advocacy for Deaf representation in media. Her work on “This Close,” which she co-created, wrote, and starred in, received