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From pregnant-on-stage Netflix specials to a history-making Emmy for 'Beef', Ali Wong dismantled every rule about what an Asian American woman in comedy was allowed to be loud about.
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· Thy Nguyen
Netflix and Gold House launch ‘Netflix Gold’ project to amplify API stories, artists, creators
Netflix is partnering with Gold House to amplify cultural stories that engage the API community and celebrate diversity in storytelling. The partnership: Gold House is a nonprofit collective of influential API founders, creative voices and leaders dedicated to authentic…
· Grace Kim
‘Minari’ Star Steven Yeun Fears Being Put in a ‘Box’ as an ‘Asian American Actor’
“Minari” star Steven Yeun has expressed concerns over being labeled an Asian American actor rather than just simply an actor. Though the Oscar nominee is honored to have broken down barriers in Hollywood, he told The Hollywood Reporter in an interview that he worries about being…
· Grace Kim
Ali Wong and Steven Yeun Are Starring Together in Netflix’s New ‘Beef’
Steven Yeun and Ali Wong are starring together in the Netflix comedy-drama, “Beef.” About the show so far: “Beef” was pitched around a week ago, stirring a “frenzy” amongst the top streaming platforms. Deadline announced that Netflix won the rights to the show.
· Maina Chen
Jimmy O. Yang to Star in Netflix’s Answer to ‘The Office’
Jimmy O. Yang will join the stellar cast of Netflix’s highly anticipated TV series “Space Force” launching on May 29.
· Khier Casino
Daniel Dae Kim Tests Positive for COVID-19
Actor Daniel Dae Kim, known for his roles in “The Good Doctor” and “Hawaii Five-0,” has been diagnosed with the coronavirus (COVID-19) and is in self-isolation at home in Hawaii. The 51-year-old Korean American actor said in an Instagram video shared on Thursday that he was…
· Carl Samson
Ali Wong Asked to Voice Announcements on San Francisco’s Muni Buses
Shortly after Awkwafina’s voice began to take over conductor duties on New York City Subway’s No. 7 train, Ali Wong has been tapped to do the same on San Francisco’s Muni buses. Responding to constituents on Thursday night, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency…
· Ryan General
Ali Wong Lands ‘8-Figure’ Netflix Deal for 2 Stand-Up Specials
Netflix has more exciting things lined up for Ali Wong fans. After the massive success of Wong’s 2016 stand-up special “Baby Cobra” and last year’s “Hard Knock Wife,” the comedian is set to do two new stand-up specials for the streaming service.
· Leanna Chan
Keanu Reeves Appears to Be SpongeBob’s God, Supernatural Apparatus or All-Knowing Head in New Film
Keanu Reeves appears to be playing a role in the new “SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run” as something of a supernatural entity.
· Bryan Ke
Ali Wong Reveals How Her Dad Supported Her Acting Career, Farted in Public
Ali Wong, the star of the rom-com hit “Always Be My Maybe,” recently recounted how her dad, Adolphus Wong, was very supportive of her career as an actress and comedian.
· Bryan Ke
Ali Wong Has a Brilliant Hack For Why Her Glasses Always Look So Good
We can all agree that Ali Wong is one of the most brilliant comedians out there, but we were all probably surprised after learning that she’s also one of the most epic life-hackers – specifically speaking, the secret behind the iconic glasses she always wears in her stand-up and…
· Ryan General
Keanu Reeves Gave Up ‘sleep for five days’ After ‘John Wick’ to Be in ‘Always Be My Maybe’
Among the many highlights of Ali Wong and Randall Park’s Netflix rom-com “Always Be My Maybe” was the absolute surprise of a character played by Keanu Reeves. Wong, who co-wrote and co-produced the film with Park, had earlier joked that she basically made the film just to kiss…
· Kimberly Nguyen
Daniel Dae Kim Praises Ali Wong for Being Kind and ‘Down to Earth’
Actor Daniel Dae Kim gave a nod to his co-star in the upcoming Netflix movie “Always Be My Maybe” in a heartfelt post on his Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/p/ByBbKGXg4F8/
· Bryan Ke
Ali Wong Basically Made ‘Always Be My Maybe’ to Kiss Daniel Dae Kim and Keanu Reeves
Ali Wong apparently experienced pure bliss on the set of her upcoming Netflix romantic-comedy movie “Always Be My Maybe” when she kissed one of the ultimate Asian hunks in Hollywood, Daniel Dae Kim.
· Jin Hyun
Chloe Bennet is Ready to Give Asian Americans the Representation They Need in Hollywood
Chinese American actress Chloe Bennet, famously known for her portrayal of Daisy “Skye” Johnson on the television series “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” has recently unveiled the trailer for her latest project with Dreamworks Animation. “Abominable” tells an adorable story of…
· Ryan General
Ali Wong Reveals Her ‘Sacred Chinese Tradition’ When She’s on Ellen
Ali Wong recently shared her “sacred Chinese tradition” that she practices whenever she is featured as a guest on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” In an Instagram post, the comedian showed off her “Asian mom” side with a video of herself in the green room of the popular talk show.…
· Ryan General
Ali Wong Posted a Teaser For Her New Netflix Rom-Com With Randall Park and DAMN
A teaser clip of the upcoming rom-com featuring comedian Ali Wong and “Fresh off the Boat” star Randall Park has been released. Wong herself shared the first glimpse of the film “Always Be My Maybe” on her Instagram account on Tuesday.
· Elliot Sang
9 Comedians Redefining Asian Identity in 2019
Asian visibility in Western media has long been a hot-button topic. One of the few forms of entertainment in which Asian people have found mainstream success is in comedy. Whether it be in the realm of standup, sketch comedy or YouTube videos, Asian comedians have found a place…
· Carl Samson
Ali Wong Made a Thirst Post About Her Husband on Instagram and People are Loving It
Leave it to comedian Ali Wong to show us what love is for Valentine’s Day. In an Instagram post on Monday, the comedian and mother-of-two had adorable words for her husband of four years, Justin Hakuta.
· Jin Hyun
9 Asian Celeb Power Couples In Hollywood That Are Absolute Relationship Goals
We’ve all heard of iconic duos like Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds or Beyoncé and Jay-Z, but Asian celebrity couples don’t always get the attention they deserve. Well, get ready to simultaneously say “awww” and weep because these stunning Asian power couples will definitely make…
· Ryan General
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ and Ali Wong Costumes Are Dominating Halloween This Year
Long overdue Asian representation in Western pop culture has inspired many Asian American Halloween costumes this year. Box office hits such as “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Searching,” and “To All The Boys I’ve Loved,” introduced audiences to many memorable Asian characters this year.
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