"Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" Star Talks Diversity in Hollywood
The Emmy Award-winning comedy "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend" is changing things up in its third season. Actor Vincent Rodriguez III joins Cheddar to discuss why he thinks the show has been so successful. The triple-threat actor, singer, and dancer reveals what it was like to serve as assistant choreographer on one of his big musical numbers this season.
Rodriguez III says its been inspiring getting to work alongside series creator Rachel Bloom. He explains how the experience readied him to move outside his comfort zone and work behind the scenes. The triple threat also considers whether he'd ever return to New York to star on Broadway.
Finally, Rodriguez discusses what it's like being one of the few Asian-American actors portraying a romantic lead in Hollywood. The entertainment industry has seen its share of controversy for casting white actors as Asian characters. The actor says it's a fantastic time to be diverse in the industry.
Opening statements are expected in Atlanta in the trial of rapper Young Thug, who's accused of co-founding a violent criminal street gang and using his music to promote it.
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with family and friends, but it also comes with social obligations. Dr. Sheree Sekou, principal consultant at Sheree Sekou Consulting, joined Cheddar News to discuss how to navigate holiday etiquette and answered questions from Cheddar News staff.
As Americans prepare for their family feasts Thursday, a new survey named some of the most popular dishes on the table. Plus, Vogue released some of the top TV episodes to watch with family after dinner.
November is when Haiti commemorates becoming the first independent Black republic in the world. And 120 years later, the country's development continues. Haitian-American actress and humanitarian Garcelle Beauvais and Alex Cantave, senior program officer for Haiti at the W.K. Kellogg Foundation spoke with Cheddar News about their partnership to help the country's Pockets of Hope campaign, which looks to generate $90 million for education, health, and economic development initiatives in Haiti over the next three years.