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politics3 hours ago•3 min saved

Mejia wins NJ-11 special election, making history as the district’s first Latina in Congress

Progressive Analilia Mejia defeated Republican Joe Hathaway in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District special election, filling the seat vacated by Gov. Mikie Sherrill until Jan. 3, 2027 and becoming the district’s first Latina representative. Mejia campaigned on universal health care, a higher minimum wage, and opposition to mass detention and deportation, while Hathaway framed himself as a pragmatic moderate. The district’s redrawn boundaries favor Democrats, signaling momentum ahead of November as both candidates prepare for the full two-year term.

via New Jersey Monitor|

#analilia-mejia #democrats #latina-representation

entertainment1 year ago•5 min saved

Jennifer Lopez Challenges Latina Stereotypes in Hollywood

Jennifer Lopez discusses her latest projects, including the film "Unstoppable" and the upcoming musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman," on Variety's Awards Circuit podcast. She reflects on her career challenges as a Latina actress in Hollywood, emphasizing the importance of representation and breaking stereotypes. Lopez highlights the universal themes of resilience and love in "Unstoppable," a film about wrestler Anthony Robles, and expresses excitement for her role in "Kiss of the Spider Woman," which explores themes of love and acceptance. She also stresses the role of artists in promoting unity and positivity.

via Variety|

#entertainment #hollywood #jennifer-lopez

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"America Ferrera's Moving SeeHer Award Acceptance Speech at 2024 Critics Choice Awards"

America Ferrera delivers a powerful and emotional speech upon receiving the SeeHer award at the 2024 Critics Choice Awards, highlighting her commitment to portraying history-making Latina characters and advocating for more authentic portrayals of women and girls in the entertainment industry. She expresses gratitude to the Critics Choice Association and acknowledges the impact of daring writers, directors, producers, and executives in reshaping outdated stories and challenging biases. Ferrera also thanks her colleagues and rising Latina stars, while expressing appreciation for her Barbie co-stars and director. She concludes with a heartfelt message to her husband and a powerful encouragement to aspiring talents.

via SheKnows|

#america-ferrera #critics-choice-awards #empowering-speech

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Jennifer Lopez's Candid Reflections on Fame, Aging, and Perseverance

Jennifer Lopez reflects on her rise to fame in Hollywood, admitting that she wishes she had been more selective in her roles and worked with specific directors. As a Latina, she felt she didn't have the same opportunities as non-Latina actors. Lopez believes that women in Hollywood are taking more control of their careers and creating their own material, but acknowledges that there are still obstacles to overcome. She encourages actresses to take ownership and produce their own movies to tell the stories they want to tell.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#career-advice #entertainment #hollywood-fame

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

Rachel Zegler Opens Up About 'Snow White' Backlash

Rachel Zegler, star of Disney's live-action "Snow White" reboot, has addressed the backlash she has received for her outspokenness in Hollywood. Zegler, who is of Colombian and Polish descent, acknowledged the criticism she faced for her comments on the outdated themes in the original animated film. She emphasized the importance of being fearless and loud to earn a place in the industry and encouraged young Latino performers to know their worth. The upcoming "Snow White" reboot has drawn controversy for replacing classic elements with more progressive ones, including casting a Latina actress in the lead role. Zegler's previous videos mocking the original film's themes also sparked public anger.

via Fox News|

#backlash #entertainment #hollywood

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Eva Longoria exposes Hollywood's double standards.

Eva Longoria, director of Flamin' Hot, spoke out about Hollywood's double standards at the Women in Motion panel at Cannes. She stressed that women, especially women of color, have no margin of error in the industry. Longoria also highlighted the lack of Latina representation in studio films, stating that the last one was 20 years ago. She added that a white male can direct a $200 million failure and still get another opportunity, while women and people of color don't get many chances. Flamin' Hot will be available to stream on Hulu and Disney+ on June 9, 2023.

via Entertainment Weekly News|

#entertainment #eva-longoria #flamin-hot

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Eva Longoria exposes Hollywood's double standards.

Eva Longoria, during her Kering Women in Motion talk at the Cannes Film Festival, called out the double standard in Hollywood where white men can fail and still get another chance, but Latinas can't. She emphasized the lack of opportunities for Latina directors and the need for more representation in front of and behind the camera. Longoria's feature directorial debut, "Flamin' Hot," tells an inspirational story about a Frito-Lay janitor who invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos and highlights the underestimation of the Hispanic community in corporate America and Hollywood.

via NBC News|

#diversity #entertainment #eva-longoria

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

Aubrey Plaza's Quirky Habits and TV Preferences Revealed in Recent Interviews.

Aubrey Plaza discusses her famous 'deadpan' persona in a Vanity Fair interview, admitting that she prefers to be a character and that her stoic demeanor stems from fear. She also talks about the importance of Latina representation in the entertainment industry and normalizing different types of Latina personalities. Plaza has had a successful year with roles in The White Lotus and Emily the Criminal, and recently made her hosting debut on Saturday Night Live.

via Daily Mail|

#acting #aubrey-plaza #deadpan-persona

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Aubrey Plaza's Latest TV and Film Obsessions.

Aubrey Plaza reflects on her role as April Ludgate in "Parks and Rec" and her preference for playing characters rather than being herself. She also discusses the importance of normalizing different types of Latina representation in media, citing her own Puerto Rican heritage. Plaza co-wrote a SAG Awards bit that was praised for its portrayal of "moody, deadpan Latinas," and she hopes to continue to break stereotypes in her roles.

via BuzzFeed|

#aubrey-plaza #entertainment #jenna-ortega