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· Ryan General
Filipino-Japanese Actor Becomes the First Asian American to Play Alexander Hamilton on Broadway
A Filipino-Japanese actor recently made his debut playing the titular character of Alexander Hamilton on Broadway, becoming the first Asian American to play the iconic role in a Broadway theatre.
· Kyle Encina
Meet the First Asian American Male Dancer to Appear in ‘Hamilton’ on Broadway
Eddy Lee is set to be the first Asian American featured in the renowned Broadway musical “Hamilton” as he tackles cultural diversity in films and challenges the ethnic group faces in the entertainment industry. It’s no exaggeration that Lee worked tirelessly to reach stardom,…
· Bryan Ke
Filipina Legend Lea Salonga Makes Epic Comeback to Broadway
Filipina singer and stage actress, Lea Salonga, has been confirmed as part of the cast of Lynn Ahrens’ and Stephen Flaherty’s “Once on This Island” Broadway musical. The 46-year-old actress is going to take on the role of Erzulie, the beautiful Goddess of Love in the story. She…
· Editorial Staff
Lea Salonga’s Live Concert to Make TV Debut on PBS
PBS has announced the world television premiere of “Lea Salonga in Concert” on Friday as part of its “Great Performances” series in the annual “Broadway’s Best” lineup.
· Carl Samson
Jon M. Chu Tapped to Direct Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Movie
Jon M. Chu is reportedly in talks to direct a live-action remake of Disney’s 2002 film “Lilo & Stitch.” The 41-year-old, known for helming “Crazy Rich Asians,” is already with the studio for the series “Willow” on Disney Plus, serving as director and executive producer.
· Bryan Ke
Woman Loses Wedding Rings Given by Her Parents Who Died of COVID-19
A 29-year-old woman in Queens in New York City was left devastated after losing the wedding rings her parents gave her when they both died from COVID-19 earlier this year. Beverly Tobias was walking on Broadway near 34th Street in Astoria on Nov. 3 when the rings she bound using…
· Carl Samson
Asian American Couple Attacked and Spit on in NYC
A man reportedly spat and threw his bike at a pair of Asians while ranting against China in New York City last week. The incident took place on Broadway near East 19th Street in the Flatiron District around 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 2, according to PIX 11.
· Carl Samson
Asian Student Beaten, Robbed by 4 Teens on Vancouver Bus and NO ONE Helped
A South Korean student in Canada was allegedly beaten and robbed by four White teens while traveling on a bus last week. The incident, which left the female victim with bruises, scrapes and scratches, occurred in Vancouver around 10:30 p.m. on Friday.
· Carl Samson
NY State Senator John Liu Witnesses Police Charge at Protesters for No Apparent Reason
A state senator in New York has witnessed first-hand how police officers advanced at a crowd of peaceful protesters twice on Sunday night. John Liu, who represents the state’s 11th senate district — a broad area of northeast Queens — said he was pushed aside in the ensuing…
· Editorial Staff
Minneapolis Man Sparks Outrage After Laughing at Restaurant Owner Who Was Looted
An African American man who filmed himself laughing at a looting victim just after the riots in Minneapolis has come under fire on social media. The man, identified as Keivaris Anthony, showed up in front of Yuan Yuan Restaurant at 1010 W. Broadway St., which has been ravaged…
· Kimberly Nguyen
Asian American Celebrities Reveal Why They Are #UnapologeticallyAsian
As Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month is nearing its end, celebrities are using their voices to speak up about what makes them #UnapologeticallyAsian in a social media campaign. Social media is a great way to spread messages and ideas, as can be seen recently when…
· Maina Chen
Asian Community Volunteers Deliver Over 150 Meals A Day FOR FREE in NYC
Local NYC grocer Patrick Mock has been spearheading an initiative to provide free food to the elderly, homeless, frontline and essential workers in need of a meal. Operating out of 46 Mott Bakery since April 20, Mock, 26, has one to three volunteers coming every day to help,…
· Carl Samson
Woman Exposes NYC Man Coughing on Asians for ‘Being Racist as a Minority Himself’
Editor’s Note: This post has been updated with additional details from the original poster. A woman took to social media to expose the “ugly face” of a man who allegedly coughed at her, her brother and two other Asian pedestrians in New York City this week.
· Bryan Ke
Tracy Morgan Helps Chinese Restaurant in NYC by Ordering Food for 20 People
Comedian Tracy Morgan supported a Chinese restaurant in New York City by attracting customers to go through the door and ordering food for 20 people. The inspiring moment was captured at Ollie’s Noodle Shop & Grille on Broadway by Jerry Ma, who shared the video on Facebook, he…
· Carl Samson
Actress Lori Tan Chinn About to Go on Food Stamps Before Starring in ‘Awkwafina is Nora from Queens’
After a five-decade career that involved years of discrimination, Lori Tan Chinn was ready to quit acting and rely on welfare — until she snagged a role in Awkwafina’s “Nora from Queens.” In a recent interview with Time, the 71-year-old actress, who plays Awkwafina’s…
· Ryan General
Asian Celebs, Politicians Pay Respect to Kobe Bryant on Social Media
Kobe Bryant‘s death on Sunday sent shock waves across the world. The legendary NBA star passed away along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others after their helicopter crashed near Los Angeles.
· Karina Feng
Hypergamy is Not an Excuse for Your Fetish
“Do you think the male mind is really that simplistic? That we all have one favorite type? Geez.” Aside: “Asian, with some boob.”
· Editorial Staff
Kollaboration Celebrates Asian Americans in Arts and Media With Epic Wrap Party on Dec. 7
Non-profit grassroots movement Kollaboration is celebrating what the Asian American community has to offer in the world of media and entertainment with its annual STAR Showcase. The STAR Showcase, which will be held at Café Club Fais Do-Do in Los Angeles on Dec. 7, features six…
· Khier Casino
Filipino-American Actor Who Grew Up Watching ‘Blue’s Clues’ is Now Hosting It
It was through watching “Blue’s Clues” and singing the “Mailtime” song with his little sister at the age of 7 when Josh Dela Cruz knew that he wanted to sing and act. Now, after more than 20 years since it premiered on Nickelodeon, the live-action/animated children’s show is…
· Jin Hyun
The Thirst for the New ‘Blue’s Clues’ Guy is No Mystery
In 2018, Nickelodeon announced the casting of a brand new host to portray the iconic role left by Steven Burns for the series “Blues Clues & You.” Broadway star and Filipino American actor Joshua Dela Cruz was able to land the role, allegedly beating out thousands of other…