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Pup Pup Hooray For ‘Puppy Styled’
It’s a gnarly world out there, wouldn’t you agree? Sometimes all any of us need is a book filled with aww-out-loud puppies. And that’s what we get from Grace […]
Masala: Meet the Artist Behind Instagram’s Lunar New Year Stickers, Naomi Otsu
If you were on Instagram this past weekend celebrating Lunar New Year, you’ve probably seen the ox stickers featured on your friends’ Instagram stories. Behind the festive design is […]
The Lookout: Major Wins Start Off Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
Editor’s note: Adapted from our monthly listicles, “The Lookout” is our new weekly series bringing you the latest scoop of what’s happening in AAPI entertainment. We’re doing the legwork, […]
Even During A Pandemic, Comedian Vir Das Is Here To Humor Us
Comedian Vir Das’ voice is crystal clear over a Zoom call as he dishes on how he’s faring in quarantine—about the same as everyone else, in case you’re wondering. […]
Masala: Meet Dassy Lee Who “Popped” Onto the Dance Scene
Dancer Inyoung “Dassy” Lee has broken boundaries in the world of dance as the first Korean national to compete on Fox’s “So You Think You Can Dance.” Even as […]
WATCH: Cassey Ho’s Digital Influencer Award Speech at the 17th Unforgettable Gala
“Following my passion was one of the scariest things I have ever had to do.”
Heirloom: Cook Jenn Im’s Shrimp Pancakes Asian Mom-Style
TEXT BY JENN IM My mom’s shrimp pancake was something I always looked forward to at any party, family gatherings or celebrations. It’s such a simple dish, but because […]
Character Concerts: Be a Fool for Sam Tsui
There was a time when professional-grade covers and mashups of popular songs dominated the YouTube homepage. Budding musicians showcased their abilities to an easily-accessible audience, giving someone like Sam […]
Meet Pechanga Resort Casino’s VIP Hosts
Pechanga Resort Casino’s VIP and Asian Marketing Manager, together with the Korean host team, entitles the VIP valued customers access of exclusive offers and promotions to experience the VIP […]
Masala: The Cast Of Dwayne Johnson’s ‘Young Rock’ Are Championing Pacific Islander Representation
If we’re honest, it’s rare to see Pacific Islanders at the forefront of AAPI representation but NBC’s “Young Rock” is changing that. Based on the early life of wrestler […]
The 14th Annual CM Pro-Am is Back On
Character Media’s prestigious annual golf tournament is officially returning! Set for April 5-April 6 at Journey at Pechanga at Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, California, CM Pro-Am, which […]
Masala: Emmy Award Winning Costume Designer Soyon An on Taking the Road Less Traveled
From styling the A-list glitterati to working on acclaimed TV shows and films, two-time Emmy award winning costume designer, Soyon An sat down virtually to share how she got […]
Whoa … What If There Were Asian American Vending Machines?
American vending machines always have the same items: chips, candy, soda, energy drinks. The usual gas station convenience store fare. Your best bet is an overpriced bag of Fritos […]
How Los Angeles’ Theaters Are Coping With COVID-19 Fallout
The curtain has officially been dropped on Los Angeles’ theater productions. This includes the Geffen Playhouse’s run of “Man of God“ and plays put on by the historic Asian […]
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See more in CommentaryAAPI Women Speak Up About Hate
At Character Media, we have been proud to cover AAPI media for over 30 years. In light of the recent attacks against the AAPI community, we reached out to […]