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Dec 1, 2015 · Perez, who was given a humanitarian award by Brooklyn-based organization Bridging Access To Care for her AIDS activism efforts, said that the stigma surrounding a positive diagnosis was a huge problem for the community.
Apr 1, 2014 · Rosie Perez details her abusive upbringing and Hollywood history in “Handbook for an Unpredictable Life.”
Rosie Perez (born Rosa Maria Perez; September 6, 1964) is an American actress. Her breakthrough came at age 24 with her portrayal of Tina in the film Do the Right Thing (1989), followed by White Men Can't Jump (1992). Perez's performance in Fearless (1993) earned her a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, among other ...
Jul 13, 2015 · A December 1, 2006 visual showcased such, where Rosie Perez served as a director and feature in the Spanish PSA “Join the Fight,” an advert aimed at the Latino community that disclosed a statistically increased rate of AIDS within men, specifically closeted gays who “hide” due to difficulty of acceptance.
Apr 30, 2018 · Perez endured physical abuse and neglect and was shuttled from group homes to foster care. “I became very introverted and shut down and angry and quiet,” says Perez, who candidly wrote about ...
Nov 30, 2009 · We know that open and honest conversations can prevent new HIV infections and reduce the stigma attached to people living with HIV/AIDS. And because every 9½ minutes an American is infected...
Oct 10, 2023 · As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor Rosie Perez not only for her extraordinary talent but also for her dedication to creating positive change. She has enriched our cultural tapestry and paved the way for future generations of Latin artists to follow in her footsteps.
Dec 2, 2016 · Perez, who has been an activist in the AIDS movement since the 1980s, served as this year's host for Keep the Promise, an annual event put on by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF). "The irony...
Sep 20, 2011 · The Syracuse Model Neighborhood Facility/FACES (Fighting AIDS/HIV through Case Management, Education and Support) Program will host a free event -- "An Evening of REAL Conversation with Rosie...
Dec 2, 2015 · A Brooklyn nonprofit presented Rosie Perez with an award recognizing her decades of work raising awareness about HIV and AIDS. Bridging Access to Care focuses its efforts on providing housing and ...