interviews

Keeping It Real With Latino Actorvist Esai Morales

Stories 1 Sep 2016 Mar Yvette

Esai Morales been a steady presence in Hollywood for more than three decades ever since his pivotal performance as Ritchie Valens’ troubled brother Bob in 1987’s “La Bamba." I had a chance to talk, laugh and eat with the star to discuss his role of a lifetime: Actorvist.

Gina Rodriguez on Being Latina in Hollywood

Stories 11 Oct 2015 Mar Yvette

Ever since her breakout performance as a hard-hitting East LA rapper in 2012’s "Filly Brown," Gina Rodriguez has steadily risen as one of Hollywood’s hottest and most refreshingly honest stars. I spoke with Rodriguez about her stance on changing the industry’s standard of beauty and the importance of taking roles that positively represent Latinos.