Life is unpredictable. Oftentimes, it feels like a long movie, where you are the lead among a cast of characters that either support or antagonize the conflict of your story. My narrative is continuously evolving, people come in and out of my life to help me with the lessons. The beauty of this thing called […]
Sasha Merci’s credits include the film De Lo Mio, a Fuse series called Share, Like, Dimelo, and El Teteo in Los Angeles, as well as, collaborations with Bumble, AT&T, Heineken, and many other brands. She began her music career and then transitioned to an art form that would offer more freedom of expression and creative autonomy. […]
I grew up in Upper Manhattan. The 1980s in New York City were some of the toughest times that residents had ever seen in its history. While Wall Street was having a boom, the rest of the city was in shambles. Reportedly, over 1800 homicides were committed, and the introduction of crack cocaine unleashed a […]
Tyler Perry‘s BET series “Sistas” follows a group of four women, as they find themselves and love while going through a series of ups and downs in relationships. Despite the ongoing merry-go-round of emotions, they survive personal ordeals by leaning on their circle of friendship. In a recent storyline for the show, Novi Brown’s character, […]
Grasie Mercedes had a successful career as a fashion stylist and beauty blogger before moving on to be a Producer at MTV Networks. The work behind the scenes was only the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry. The Writer, Filmmaker, and Actress is an uber-talented Afro-Latina with film credits that include A CoVid […]
Joelle Garguilo is an Emmy Winning Reporter, Producer, and Media Personality seen on NBC’s New York Live and Today Show. The journalist is strikingly genuine, possessing a jovial attitude that makes her interview style delightful. AW had the wonderful opportunity to sit down with the Television Host to discuss the feel-good stories we love so […]
Growing up, I did not see anyone like me on film or television. Change takes time and Latinos have finally earned a place in the industry but not without challenges. Despite this progress, we are still fighting for spaces where we can share our stories. Tinabeth Piña saw a void in the industry and decided […]
I vividly remember the day, I turned 50 years old! We were in CoVid lockdown. My daughter was spending her senior year of high school at home and surprised me with delicious cupcakes. I had more than enough time for reflection. As I blew out my candle, all I could think about was getting older […]
Jaina Lee Ortiz is best known for her roles on ABC’s Station 19 and Grey’s Anatomy, FOX’s Rosewood, USA’s Shooter, and the film Girls Trip. Now, audiences can see her in “Righteous Thieves,” as, Lucille. More than a tech-savvy badass, she brings explosive energy to the screen. The movie stars a cast of dynamic actors […]
Lisa Vidal is well-known for playing strong characters in television series such as Chicago PD, Southland, Rosewood, Boston Legal, The Division, ER, and Third Watch. She has also been seen in films, among them Star Trek and Mighty Aphrodite. The first time I saw Lisa in action was in 1994’s coming-of-age film, “I Like It Like […]