John Leguizamo Calls Out Colorism in Hollywood: ‘I Stayed Out of the Sun So I Could Work’
The Latinx actor and comedian admitted to having “benefitted from being light skinned” in Hollywood, and slammed tokenism casting.
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Life After ‘In the Heights’ Controversy: Here Are 9 Afro-Latino Stars Who Deserve Big Hollywood Roles
The colorism debate shouldn’t end here. It’s time for these actors to get the showcases they deserve.
Rita Moreno Defends Lin-Manuel Miranda Over ‘In the Heights’ Colorism: ‘Can’t You Leave It Alone?’
“You can never do right, it seems,” the Oscar-winning actress said.
Will Smith’s Casting as Venus and Serena Williams’ Father Sparks Colorism Backlash
Smith is reportedly going to play Venus and Serena Williams’ father in a new project.
Disney Reanimates Princess Tiana in ‘Wreck-It Ralph 2’ After Backlash Over Lightening Black Character’s Skin Color
Disney was criticized over “Ralph Breaks the Internet” after fans noticed Princess Tiana did not look like the same as in “The Princess and the Frog.”
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WWE Hall of Famer Kane, aka Glenn Jacobs, Slammed for Cheering Roe v. Wade Ruling
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Pro-Choice Groups Prepare State-by-State Blitz to Defend Abortion Access
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Joe Biden Signs Gun Safety Bill: “Lives Will Be Saved”
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The TVLine Performers of the Week: The Cast of The Boys
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NBA TV Partners This Season Booked $1.3 Billion in Ad Revenue