Los Angeles – Put 200 Latinos in your room.
On Friday, Latino motives and shakers from music, television, film and other creative industries gathered to celebrate Latin culture at Neuehouse in La Cena: Hollywood. The event, created by Media Executive Blue Bengarcia, has been postponed from January 11th due to a wildfire in Los Angeles.
When it comes to Latinos in Hollywood, it was the night when we were in the community and celebrated the victory rather than focusing on the shortage. “There’s no presentations, no chats on the fireplace side, no dinner,” Garcia said of his intentions for La Cina during the opening session. “More than ever, we need to continue to remind people outside this room of the power of the community.”
The night was also marked by President Donald Trump’s administration and his rebellious rejection of attacks on the Latino community and other people of color.
“Your very existence is a political act, and every time you show up on television, it’s an act of resistance,” said Tonatiu, the upcoming Kiss of the Spider Woman star and actor.
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“And we’re here to consistently remind everyone of the price and value of Latin Gold. Don’t shorten yourself.”
Before the Racena (translated to dinner), the bustling red carpets include many such as Edward James Ormos (“Stand and Delivery”, “Serena”), Barbie Ferreira (“Euphoria” and “Bob Trevino Likes It” We saw something like a generational talent.), Constance Marie (“Mi Familia”, “George Lopez”), Gabriel Luna (“The Last of Us”, “Terminator: Dark Furt”), Danny Ramirez (” Captain America: Brave New World, Top Gun: Maverick), Jose Berlasquez (Griselda), activist Dolores Fuerta, singer Becky G.
Aside from celebrating Latino expression across cultures in 2024, the event won the Culture Catalyst Award for her role in “Baby Reindeer” and praised actress Nabamau.
Additionally, “The Long Game,” “Summers,” “Los Frikis,” “Los Frikis,” “American Historia,” and “Rez Ball” were Spotlight winners.
This is more of the highlight of the night.
“Baby Reindeer” Starnaba Mau on the power of unity in political difficulties
She was awarded the Cultural Catalyst Award for Racena, prior to the 2025 Independence Spirit Award, when the “Baby Reindeer” actress was nominated for Best Supporting Performance (and Awards).
“I had an unpredictable year. I don’t think of any of us who have worked on ‘baby reindeer’. . “It was overwhelming, very exciting and so quickly it was a lot of change, so I’m so grateful that people who will help me through that journey are with me.”
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In her speech, Mau also addressed the current political landscape, urging attendees to lift each other, particularly during the Trump presidency.
“I wouldn’t be here without a coalition,” Mau said. “Mexican-Americans, Mexicans, Latinos have always raised me. They’ve always been with me. I’ve been there for the support of many black people in my life, and it’s my own, It’s a community,” she said.
She continued: “We are now facing an era that we cannot imagine, so we need to look at the past and see what the answer is, which has always driven the Union. And resists those who try to divide us.”
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Becky G honors activist Dolores Fuerta at the Luminary Award
Becky G called Fuerta “one of the greatest workforce and civil rights activists of our time.”
She listed her long CV, 94 years old. This includes leading the boycott movement of millions across the country to stop grape consumption in the 1960s, “call and establish justice and attention in the light of farm workers.” United Farm Worker Union with the late Cesar Chavez.
The Los Angeles native was called Huerta “Precious” and “Friendly” before welcoming her to the stage. Director Gregory Nava thanked Becky G and those attending the Standing Ovation, so he helped the little but still fiery Fuerta get on stage.
Like Mau, Fuerta also spoke to the Trump administration. “Think of all of us coming here tonight, eating together and getting the nutrition we need for the fight before us,” she said.
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Latin veteran actor Edward James Ormos’ advice for young artists
Oscar-nominated actor Edward James Ormos is best known for his roles in “Stand and Delivery”, “Serena” and “Mifamilia”, chatting with USA Today on the red carpet and breaking into Hollywood He advised young Latino actors who wanted to do so.
“They need to be able to understand that you’re there as long as you stay in (the industry),” said the 78-year-old Hollywood veteran. “Don’t stop. Don’t stop living your dreams.”
“And if you have to work outside of the industry to stay in the industry, you have to do that,” he added. “That’s what I did. Everybody in the industry had to do (another) work. So I’ll tell you, get strong and stay healthy.”
Standing on the presidency: “We must stand together to fight authoritarian rhetoric.”
For Bamby Salcedo, founder and CEO of Los Angeles-based Translatin@Coalition, Trump’s attitude towards the LGBTQ+ community – especially the trans community – is personal.
“To know that beautiful, amazing, trans and genderless, intersex people have an organization like Transatin@Coalition fighting for you,” Salcedo told USA Today on the red carpet. Ta.
“Always be you. We are strong as people, so don’t political institutions or people slander us. We are strong as a community.”
Throughout the 2024 presidential campaign, Trump frequently attacked transgender Americans, claiming that there were only two recognized genders, and that trans female athletes are a threat to their cisgender counterparts I’m doing it. His rhetoric fits firmly with the growing pattern among Republican members who have intensified gender-affirming care and attacks on transgender people over the past few years.
With executive orders surged, Trump targeted trans people in his first 100 days of office. Student-athletes will instruct federal agencies to take a closer look at the hospital, except that they compete with the gender if they differ from their birth gender. Gender-positive care for patients under the age of 19.
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“In the Summer” director Alessandra Lacorazza said while receiving the Spotlight Honorary Award, “we have to stand together to fight authoritarian rhetoric.”
“It’s crucial more than ever to stay in our community and continue to tell our stories in a bold, loving and brave way,” the Columbian-American film director continued. “Latinos stay here and we’re not going anywhere.”
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Almost midnight, the night concluded with a heartfelt speech by director Gregory Nava, who accepted the Legacy Award for his work in the 1995 film “Mi Familia (My Family).”
US House of Representatives Joaquin Castro and actress Francia Lysa will feature a cast consisting of Benito Martinez, Edward James Ormos, Jimmy Smitz, Constance Marie, Maria Cansal Barrera and Jenny Gago. did.
(This story has been updated to fix typos.)