Articles by Nicole Akoukou Thompson

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Speedy Gonzales Movie: U.S. Latino Folk Hero Co-opted Racist Stereotypes, Stars in New Film

Speedy Gonzales, with an exaggerated Mexican accent, somehow strayed away from his animators' racist intentions to become a symbol and an icon to Hispanics in the U.S.

Naya Rivera, Big Sean Engaged: Glee Actress to Marry Detroit Rapper After Dating for Six Months

Glee’s Naya Rivera, 26, and Detroit rapper, Big Sean, 25, are ready to jump the broom! According to reports, Big Sean proposed to Rivera.

Christina Milian Engaged 2013: Is Singer Getting Married to Jas Prince?

Christina Milian may or may not be engaged, according to TMZ. Christina Milian, 32, who signed with Def Jam at the age of 19, may or may not be engaged, according to TMZ.

Latino LGBT Population in U.S. Now Stands at 1.4 Million

UCLA Williams Institute just released a new report estimating that 1.4 Million, or 4.3 percent, of the Latino adults in the U.S. identify themselves as LGBT.

Capitol Hill Shooting 2013: Car Chase Suspect Pronounced Dead [VIDEO]

Capitol Hill Gunfire prompted by the car chase that began at the White House. Thursday, October 3, around 3pm, a female motorist, driving a black Infiniti, attempted to breach security at the White House.

Rosario Dawson: 'Kids' Actress Remained a Virgin Until Age 20 Out of Fear

'Kids' star, Rosario Dawson explains remaining a virgin until she was 20. Rosario Dawson, 34, recently admitted that she did not have sex until she was 20-years-old during a discussion about Kids (1995) and her character in the film, Ruby.

Gina Carano Wonder Woman Movie: Fans Clamor for MMA Fighter to Play Amazon Princess

Wonder woman, Gina Carano would make the ideal lead in a Wonder Woman film. Wonder woman Gina Carano would make the ideal lead in a Wonder Woman film.

Time Warner Cable Receives Leadership Award at Hispanic TV Summit

Time Warner Cable was honored for their commitment to the Hispanic community at this year's Hispanic TV Summit.

Devious Maids Cast List: Paula Garces Reflects on Teen Pregnancy

Paula Garces recently opened up about being a teenage mother. The 39-year-old Colombian actress, Paula Garces, who is currently known for role as Flora Hernandez on the Lifetime drama, Devious Maids, recently opened up about being a teenage mother.

Salma Hayek, Roselyn Sanchez, Eugenio Derbez & Other Hispanic Crossover Successes

Spanish-language celebrities who’ve found popularity among Latino audiences before transitioning to the Hollywood scene know that this success can take years.

Rihanna Diamonds World Tour Dates 2013: Singer's Home Nearly Robbed Again While Away on Tour

Rihanna, 25, was phoned this past Sunday with the news that her Los Angeles $12 Million mansion was nearly broken into while she’s been away on her world tour.

Rita Moreno Awards: 'West Side Story' Actress Receives Honors From National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts

Rita Moreno, Puerto Rican singer, dancer and actress, was honored at the National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts (NHFA) at their 17th annual gala in Washington on September 30th.

Eva Longoria TV Show: 'Vega v. Vega' is Latina Actress' Newest Television Production

Actress-turned-producer, Eva Longoria is producing the new NBC drama, 'Vega v.Vega.' Eva Longoria, famous for her role as Gabrielle Solis on the hit series Desperate Housewives and her role as producer for Devious Maids, has sold a new television series.

Mexico City Protest 2013: Violent Standoff Between Anti-Riot Police & Mexico City Teachers

Zocala Square, in Mexico City, was the site of a violent standoff between teachers and anti-riot police in September of this year.

Tom Clancy Death: Spy Thriller Writer Dies at 66

Tom Clancy, who brought audience classics like Teeth of the Tiger, Dead or Alice, and Clear and Present Danger, died on the evening of Tuesday, October 1, 2013.

Wonder Woman Fan Film Prompts Desire For A Hollywood Edition [VIDEO]

48 hours after its release, the Wonder Woman fan film proves that there is a growing interest in seeing a Hollywood production of the superhero.

Harry Potter Spin Off Movie: 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them' Brings Hogwarts Textbook to Life

J.K. Rowling prepares to write the screenplay for 'Harry Potter' spin-off, based on her 42-page "textbook" entitled,'Fantastic Beast and Where to Find Them.'

Diego Luna Dedicates Hispanic Heritage Award to Undocumented Immigrants

Diego Luna proves that he is worthy of his award by dedicating it to undocumented workers, showcasing his true concerns for social justice.

Eliana De Las Casas, 13-Year-Old Chef, Does Good by Cooking Well

Young chef, Eliana De Las Casas has been cooking meals and writing cookbooks since she was eight without breaking a sweat.

Latino Catholics Support Same-Sex Marriage

Majority of Latino Catholics support gay marriage according to a new poll that was conducted, surveying more than 1,500 Latinos nationwide. The census was released by the nonprofit Public Religion Research Institute.

Fifty Shades of Grey Movie Cast Rumors: Actors May Not Be Hot Enough for Fans

The steamy bestseller 50 Shades of Grey by E.L. James is almost ready to begin filming for its screen adaptation after casting directors found their Anastasia Steele (to be portrayed by Dakota Johnson) and Christian Grey (to be portrayed by Charlie Hunnam) this past month. But some fans of the novel are not happy.

Chicago Train Crash: Unmanned 'Ghost' Train Injures Four Dozen Passengers in Chicago Suburb

Runaway train slammed into another at a suburban Chicago station on the west end of the Blue Line, causing injuries to four dozen passengers.

Sofia Vergara Net Worth 2013 Forbes: Latina Actress is Richest Woman On Television

Barranquilla, Colombia-born beauty, Sofia Vergara is the richest actress on U.S. television, according to Forbes Magazine, earning $19 Million this past year.

Carlos Vives Songs 2013: Colombian Singer's Latest Album Earns Five Latin Grammy Nominations

Veteran musician could win at the Latin Grammy's in November. Carlos Vives, accomplished Colombian singer, has received five Latin Grammy Award nominations this year, alongside artists Javier Garza, and Illya Kuryaki & The Valderramas.

Austin Fire Department Hiring Minorities: EEOC Finds Discrimination Against Black and Hispanics

Latino applicants are being discriminated against because of nationality, and African-American applicants because of their race.
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