John Leguizamo has had a lot to say about the lack of Latine representation in Hollywood his entire career. Most recently, he’s criticized the casting of the blockbuster animation The Super Mario Bros. Movie for not casting a Latine in one of the two lead roles – on more than one occasion. Leguizamo played the[…]
Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose (West Side Story) is returning to host the 2023 Tony Awards. DeBose hosted the 75th edition last summer. “I was honored to serve as host last year and even more so to be asked back!” DeBose said. “So looking forward to celebrating this incredible season and the people who make[…]
The representation that will be taking center stage during this weekend’s episode of Saturday Night Live is undeniable. On Thursday (April 13), NBC released a new set of promos featuring Oscar-nominated actress and first-time SNL host Ana de Armas (Blonde), musical guest Karol G and SNL cast member Marcello Hernández. The teaser includes three separate[…]
Danna Paola is back with her first taste of new music this year. Last night (Apr. 13), the Mexican pop star released the music video for her party anthem “1Trago.” Danna Paola returned last Aug. with her comeback single “XT4S1S.” Off the success of that song, she launched a massive tour in Mexico. In Feb.,[…]
Nine Latine actors, politicians, athletes, and community leaders made this year’s list of the 100 Most Influential People for TIME magazine. The nine who made the cut are: actors Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian), Aubrey Plaza (The White Lotus), Zoe Saldaña (Avatar: The Way of Water), and Oscar nominee Salma Hayek (Frida); Brazilian President Luiz Inácio[…]
Another round of performers has been revealed for the Latin American Music Awards. Yesterday (Apr. 12), Mexican pop star Danna Paola, Dominican-Italian singer Yendry, Mr. 305 Pitbull, and Lil Jon were added to the line-up. The Latin AMAs will return on Apr. 20 in Las Vegas, NV. Danna Paola will perform her comeback single “XT4S1S,”[…]
Mia Goth has been rising in the Hollywood ranks since making her debut in Lars Von Trier’s 2013 erotic art-house drama Nymphomaniac. Last year, she received the highest praise of her career when she starred as the title character in Pearl, a horror film that plays like an unsettling mix of The Wizard of Oz[…]
Julián Figueroa, the son of the late Mexican star Joan Sebastian and Costa Rican actress Maribel Guardia, has passed away at the age of 28. His sudden death occurred in Mexico City, just one day after Sebastian’s 72nd birthday. Guardia revealed that Figueroa was found unconscious in his room and medical reports indicate that he[…]
Actress Natalia del Riego (NCIS: Los Angeles) speaks candidly when asked about what drew her to the lead role in director Rosemary Rodriguez’s supernatural drama Hail Mary, a retelling of the story of Mary and Joseph in the New Testament of the Bible. At the time of her audition, del Riego, who is of Salvadoran[…]
After the Dalai Lama apologized for his actions in a highly controversial video deemed inappropriate by many and causing a public outcry, Cardi B spoke up about the dangers of predators. The star took to Twitter to warn parents about the dangers of sexual predators. “They prey on the innocent,” Cardi wrote without referencing the[…]
As everyone is enjoying The Super Mario Bros. Movie and discussing the “lack of representation” in this movie, it’s important to remember that Anya Taylor-Joy is Latina. While doing press for the animated film, as she voices Princess Peach, Taylor-Joy reaffirmed her love for Argentina and how she’d love to take on an Argentinian role.[…]
The Cannes Film Festival confirmed that the short film Strange Way of Life, in which Pedro Pascal stars in with Ethan Hawke, will make its world premiere during its 76th edition, which takes place from May 16-27. Directed by Oscar-winner Pedro Almodóvar (Talk to Her), the Western tells the story of a reunion between a[…]
Lou Lopez Sénéchal has become the first Mexican player ever selected in a WNBA draft. “Can’t believe I’m actually at the [WNBA Draft] right now!” Lopez Sénéchal wrote Monday night before the event. “Feeling so grateful.” Can’t believe I’m actually at the #WNBADraft right now! Feeling so grateful ?? On Monday (April 10), the 24-year-old[…]
Mistress Isabelle Brooks and Anetra, two Latina drag queens, have a shot at winning the title of “America’s Next Drag Superstar” in the season finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race this Friday (April 14). Mistress Isabelle Brooks is a Mexican-American drag queen who hails from Houston. Her drag mother is the legendary Chevelle Brooks. And during[…]
Spanish singer and songwriter Rosalía, known for her unique blend of flamenco and pop music, is set to perform at Mexico City’s iconic Zócalo as part of her Motomami World Tour. The free concert is scheduled to take place on April 28 at 8 p.m. local time and is expected to draw a large crowd[…]
Actor and singer Julián Figueroa, the son of the late Mexican music icon Joan Sebastian and actress Maribel Guardia, passed away on Sunday (April 9) in Mexico City at the age of 28. “It saddens me to announce the passing of my beloved son Julián Figueroa, who has unfortunately preceded us in parting from this[…]
Los Angeles Latino International Film Festival (LALIFF) and Amazon Studios recently announced a fund to help independent and U.S.-based Latine filmmakers finish their feature projects. According to a press release, funds for LALIFF Works in Progress “will be allocated to films in the final stages of production with a unique directorial voice, cultural significance, and[…]
The line-up for Eladio Carrión’s Sauce Boyz Fest in Puerto Rico has been unveiled. Last night (Apr. 10), the rising Puerto Rican superstar announced that he would be joined by global acts like Wiz Khalifa, Bizarrap, and Tokischa. Last month, Carrión revealed that he would be hosting the Sauce Boyz Fest in Puerto Rico, spanning[…]
Arcángel will be hitting the road this summer in the U.S. Today (Apr. 11), the Puerto Rican icon revealed the dates for his upcoming Just In Time World Tour. Arcángel first kicked off his Just In Time concerts in Feb. in Puerto Rico. He performed seven sold-out concerts at El Coliseo. Bad Bunny joined him[…]
Coachella is almost here! With the highly-anticipated three-day festival around the corner, music fans are already speculating who might make a special appearance during this year’s Latine sets. One of the buzziest rumors: Peso Pluma being part of Becky G’s guests during her upcoming Coachella performances (Apr. 14 and 21) in Indio, CA. The rumor[…]
Rosalía is treating her fans in Mexico City to a special surprise. Today (Apr. 10), it was announced that the Spanish pop star will perform a free concert at El Zócalo later this month. Though Rosalía’s Motomami Tour wrapped last Dec., she has continued to perform her show this year at various music festivals worldwide.[…]
