Tony-nominated actress and Paralympian Katy Sullivan joins the pod squad for an insightful conversation about representation, accessibility, and breaking barriers in the entertainment industry. She opens up about the challenges of navigating the industry as a performer with a disability, including the changes made at the Tony Awards, and why creating truly inclusive spaces should be a priority across the industry.
Katy Sullivan is a groundbreaking performer, athlete, and advocate. She made history as the first actor who is a double above-the-knee amputee to star on Broadway, earning a Tony nomination for her role in Cost of Living. Before her acting career took off, she was a world-class Paralympic sprinter, competing in the 2012 London Paralympics. Beyond her work on stage, Katy is a fierce advocate for authentic disability representation in the arts and media, pushing for change in front of and behind the curtain.
