Find out which AAPI actors and musicians were invited to join the Academy, which model made his acting debut in “Gossip Girl” and how Japanese animators are reimagining the classic “Star Wars” franchise.
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The Lookout: A Historic Moment to Wrap Up Pride Month, Asian American Advocacy through Theater and Gymnasts to Watch for at the Upcoming Tokyo Olympics
Find out how Riz Ahmed is continuing his mission to increase Muslim visibility in film & TV, which new Sandra Oh project just released a sneak peek and how Sesame Street is combating anti-Asian bullying with a new initiative.
The Lookout: Upcoming AAPI Collaborations, a Moment of Inclusivity in Sports and Fashion Inspired by Justice
See an eccentric artist get his own FX show, why successful Asian women are in an exclusive webcomic and how a fashion designer is using his latest collection to bring attention to Chinatown.
The Lookout: AAPIs Join the Stars and Make History
Learn how TikToker Kim Saira used her platform to start a petition against “The Late Late Show”’s “Spill Your Guts” segment, which soccer player made history in the English Premier League and Bowen Yang’s comedy podcast in the works with Audible.
The Lookout: Yuka Saso’s Landmark Win, ‘Kim’s Convenience’ Stars’ Frustrations with Writers and More
Watch a new boy band wows AGT judges, the latest movies and TV series to come out and Alexander Wang unveil his latest collection in a unique way.
The Lookout: Upcoming, Star-Studded Film Releases and New Music to Celebrate the Start of Pride Month
The Illinois Senate and President Biden are taking steps to combat anti-Asian hate, Hayley Kiyoko releases a first self-directed music video and 10-year-old singer goes viral on “America’s Got Talent.”
The Lookout: Asian American Advocacy Through Music and Special New Collaborations To Wrap Up APAHM
An intimate look into the life of some of music’s boldest AAPI women, what’s included in BTS’s McDonald’s collaboration and more on how a new clothing partnership promotes cross racial solidarity.
The Lookout: Action-Packed Upcoming Releases and Asians Raising Awareness Through Art
New releases to look forward to, a popular Nickelodeon show getting its own podcast and a recap of the stunning political statements at the Miss Universe 2021 pageant.
The Lookout: Star-Studded New Releases and Updates on AAPI Current Events
A look at new movie trailers, an up and coming singer-rapper and more on Netflix’s new campaign to spotlight AAPI talent.
The Lookout: Upcoming AAPI Film, Music and Book Adaptations to Get Excited About
A first look at Marvel’s newest superheroes, a popular Asian American book heading to television and a Filipina TikTok star releasing her own music.
The Lookout: Major Wins Start Off Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
We’re celebrating the historic wins at the Oscars, getting the rundown on the nationwide boba shortage and cheering on a Billboard chart-topper.
Women Make History For The AAPI Community At The 93rd Academy Awards
“Nomadland”‘s Chloe Zhao, “Minari”‘s Yuh-Jung Youn and R&B singer-songwriter H.E.R. win big at the Oscars last night and represent API women in entertainment.
AAPI Women Speak Up About Hate
From the Hate Is A Virus activists to revered actresses, see what these AAPI women had to say about the recent anti-Asian attacks.
Negate the Hate
It’s impossible to escape the news of anti-Asian racism. Recently, a (now unemployed) Brentwood, Calif. realtor went viral after unleashing a racially-charged diatribe upon a mortified Asian American passerby. […]
Asian Activism Goes Viral as Anti-Asian Violence Rises
While anti-Asian sentiment is nothing new, it is jarring to see just how astronomical the numbers of hate crimes have skyrocketed since the COVID-19 pandemic. Just in the past […]
