Afro-Latinas and Afro-Latinos are making a name for themselves in Hollywood and the world of entertainment, and we couldn't be more proud. Especially, since some of our favorite actors, musicians, and athletes are using their fame and voices to highlight the importance of representing people who look like them in the media.
One of the issues with Spanish-language television and other forms of media in general is the absence of Afro-Latinos, who are way underrepresented in novelas,
movies, and music. Now, many celebrities who come from both Latino and African backgrounds are highlighting the importance of having representation so the younger generations can feel like they have other people like them to look up to.
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Zoe Saldana has been outspoken about being proud of her Afro-Latino roots and also encourages other Latinos to acknowledge that having an African heritage is something to be celebrated. Seeing women like Zoe, La La Anthony, and Cardi B find so much success while representing all aspects of their backgrounds is inspiring.
They are showing the world that Latinos come in different shades and shapes and with so many different hair textures. We are not all cut from the same cloth—and that's something that makes our people and our culture so rich and powerful. These famous Afro-Latinos are teaching the world that Latinos can't be boxed in and that our roots run deep. Take a look at these celebrities who are so proud of their Afro-Latino roots.