Minnie Driver's character from 'Speechless' is the mom we all wish we had

She's bold, she's not afraid to speak her mind and she goes above and beyond for her kids. Speechless' Minnie Driver is the mom you wish you had.

Driver plays Maya DiMeo on the new ABC comedy, a married mom with three children, one of which is disabled and non-verbal. Driver's character goes to great lengths to ensure her family's happiness, and her bold demeanor and big personality gives audiences at home big laughs along the way.

Watch the series premiere of Speechless Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. ET | 7:30 p.m. CT on ABC.

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