Popular Mexican stars spoke out on Thursday to denounce racism and discrimination they have faced, saying they are often reduced to stereotyped roles in the entertainment industry that needs to address and fix the widespread problem.
Oscar-nominated actress Yalitza Aparicio and actor Tenoch Huerta, appearing on a public conference call held by GQ magazine, said they rarely see roles for indigenous actors like themselves that are honorable.
“For many years we’ve stayed quiet… it’s time to speak out and raise our voice,” said Aparicio, the star of the 2018 film “Roma.”
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