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Lalo Alcaraz will Write for Seth MacFarlane's "Bordertown"

Writer Mark Hentemann and voice actor/animator/screenwriter Seth MacFarlane are developing a series, which will be entitled "Bordertown," that will “satirize America’s changing cultural landscape.” MacFarlane, the creator of controversial television series such as "American Dad!" and "Family Guy," received raised brows from Latinos who anticipated that the humor of the new show would match the crude manner of his others…but fears have been laid to rest. Lalo Alcaraz, the high-profile Mexican cartoonist and satirist, has been slated to write for the series.

Lack of Latinos in Sci-fi Films and Television

Born in the year 2349 on the Federation colony Kessik, half-human and half-Klingon, B’Elanna Torres acted as the Provisional Lieutenant/Chief Engineer on the USS Voyager, acting under Capt. Kathryn Janeway. Roxann Dawson, biracial (African American/Anglo)* actress and director, portrayed the brave and brilliant Latina Torres, perfecting the role of the quietly self-loathing, perpetually rebellious and passionately loyal character. Torres is the only major character in Star Trek to have Hispanic Heritage, which speaks to the present state of Latinos in Science Fiction.

Latinos are Still Playing Maids, Criminals and Characters That Aren't "Real"

Latinos are likely to find a familiar faces on nearly every network. Yet, Latinos continue to be bound by stereotypical roles. Latinos remain playing the role of ditsy but forgivable housewife, confident but compassionate prison inmate, cold-blooded and calculating drug dealers, and devious and seductive housemaids.

Can Anglo-Latino Interracial Relationships Work? Eva Mendes, JLo and Selena Gomez May Say 'Not Always'

Let's face it relationships aren't easy, but when you add race, culture and old-school traditions it sometimes makes it even more challenging.
Pitbull

Mr. Worldwide Host the AMA's as the First Latino

The American Music Awards, which was created by the late Dick Clark in 1973, will be hosted by the first Latino in the history of the show, Cuban rapper Pitbull. Mr. Worldwide's hosting debut was announced this past Tuesday. Born Armando Christian Perez, Pitbull will be the first host of the show since 2008.

Puerto Rican/Dominican Michelle Rodriguez Talks About Surviving in Hollywood

Michelle Rodriguez, the 35-year-old spitfire who has earned a great deal of fame and acclaim for her fierce roles in high-wheeling action films, has been active in Hollywood since she was 21-years-old. The fourteen years of experience has given Rodriguez perspective on what it means to live and thrive in Hollywood as an actress, particularly when you're looking for life beyond the fame.
Calle 13

Calle 13's New Single Due Out on Nov. 12 Might Be Free For Download

The Puerto Rican alternative hip hop duo, Calle 13, comprised of the stepbrothers and bandmates, Eduardo “Visitante” Jose Cabra Martinez and Rene “Residente” Perez Joglar, has an independent album in the works, the release of their upcoming single drops in little over a week.

'La Reina del Sur' Star Helps Latino Organizations Spread Awareness About Human Trafficking

Kate del Castillo, the phenomenal Mexican actress, who convincingly played the role of Teresa Mendoza on La Reina del Sur, (The Queen of the South) has decided to use her star power for good and assist Latin American organizations in the fight against human trafficking through an informative documentary produced by the Esclavos Invisibles (Invisible Slaves) campaign.
Lou Bega

Case of Mistaken Identity Leads Many to Believe That Musician Lou Bega had Died

Brooklyn-born American musician, singer and songwriter Lewis Allan "Lou" Reed died just a few days ago on October 27 at the age of 71. In a strange turn of events, a famous Latin pop and Mambo singer was said to have died instead. Lou Bega, his friends and his family received condolences, having been mistaken for the deceased rock legend.

Iconic Cinematographer Gabriel Figueroa's L.A. Exhibition Impacts Both Sides of Mexico-U.S. Border

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art is embracing the impressive work of world renowned Mexican cinematographer, Gabriel Figueroa (1907-1997), with "Under the Mexican Sky" that incorporates film, photography, paintings, drawings, prints, capturing the essence of the great "Gaby."
America Ferrera

America Ferrera Stars as Revenge-Seeking Nun in New CBS TV Series 'Damascus'

CBS' "Damascus" will host America Ferrera's (Ugly Betty) return to television; and, believe it or not, she will be portraying a "justice-seeking" nun who "practices law on the behalf of the less fortunate," and probably on the behalf of God.
 Breaking Bad

Killing Latinos on 'Breaking Bad'

Breaking Bad, one of television’s most critically-acclaimed crime dramas, gained quite the reputation for violence during its five season stint. And, a great deal of that violence was inflicted upon its Latino characters. *SPOILER ALERT*
Gina Rodriguez

'Sleeping with the Fishes' will Star 'Filly Brown's Gina Rodriguez

Gina Rodriguez, who appeared in the hip-hop drama Filly Brown, is set to play the lead in a romantic comedy called Sleeping with the Fishes.
Feranda Romero

'The Eye's Feranda Romero Talks Mexican Roots & Upcoming Projects

Fernanda Romero is a Mexico City-born, 30-year-old model, singer and actress who began her career in a pop group called Fryzzby. The up-and-coming actress recently sat down with Latina to discuss her Mexican roots and her upcoming film, Ghost Team One with a Latina insider.
Album cover of 'Por la Noche' by Mala Rodriguez

Mala Rodriguez & the Rise of Latina Hip-Hop Artists

Latin entertainment has introduced audiences to true performers and artistic legends. Icons such as Jenni Rivera and Celina Cruz are some of the fierce faces that led a community of creative and active performers. And, while Latin women have made terrific strides in music, there's a distinct and clear absence of Latin women functioning and succeeding in the music industry in an iconic & exemplary way.

Alexa Vega, Former Spy Kid, Play Gun-Toting Prostitute in 'Machete Kills'

Alexa Vega, who portrayed Carmen Cortez in the family action adventure Spy Kids franchise, is a kid no more -evident by her attire in the newly released film, 'Machete Kills'.

'Los Amantes Pasajeros' (I’m So Excited!) and Other Spanish Films Shown at Japanese Film Festival

Japan's Latin Beat Film Festival commenced its 10th annual run, which began with a public screening of Los Amantes Pasajeros (I'm So Excited!), a film from Spanish director Pedro Almodovar. Los Amantes Pasajero's Javier Camara and Blanca Suarez, who play the roles of Joserra and Ruth in the film, flew to Tokyo for the film's screening.
Jenni Rivera

Billboard Mexican Music Awards 2013 Honor Jenni Rivera, Los Tigres del Norte and Gerardo Ortiz

Although the late singer-songwriter, Jenni Rivera has passed, her presence at the 2013 Billboard's Mexican Music Awards was stronger than ever at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles last night.
George Lopez

George Lopez Signed on to do Film Projects with Pantelion Films, The Company Behind 'Instructions Not Included'

Mexican-American funny man, George Lopez just signed a major production deal with Pantelion Studios, the company behind Instructions Not Included and Pulling Strings, to produce a series of films, beginning with a film about undocumented teenage Mexican-American inventors called La Vida Robot.
The cast of ABC's

'Modern Family Feud' Spoof on Jimmy Kimmel Live Offers a Hilarious Latin Twist

In celebration of ABC's "Modern Family's" 100th episode, "Jimmy Kimmel Live" featured the cast for a round of "Family Feud" - and Colombian actress Sofía Vergara added her hilarious Latin twist to the game.
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