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Why Latino Actors and Artists Often “Whitewash” Their Names

In glitzy Hollywood, where success often hinges on image and perception, many Latino artists and actors have felt compelled to transform their typically "ethnic-sounding" names into more anglicized ones. But what drives this phenomenon?

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Latina Superheroes: Few but Mighty

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New Doc Introduces Frida Kahlo Like Never Before

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Galentine’s Day: 5 Latino Films to Love

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Colman Domingo’s Historic Oscar Nomination: A Win for Underrepresented Afro-Latinos

Colman Domingo made with his historic Oscar nomination. But it's not just about Colman. It's a massive nod to all the Afro-Latinos who've been working their magic in the entertainment world, even though they haven't always received the recognition they deserve.

“Barbie” “Snubs”  Overshadows Latina, Afro-Latino, and Native American Historic Oscar Nominations

Game-changing Oscar nominations were announced: America Ferrera, a Honduran-American talent for Best Supporting Actress, Afro-Latino Colman Domingo, and Native American Lily Gladstone. But you wouldn’t know that from the public discourse and media coverage.