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Wilson Cruz (born Wilson Echevarría; December 27, 1973) is an American actor known for playing Rickie Vasquez on My So-Called Life, [1] Dr. Hugh Culber on Star Trek: Discovery, [2] and the recurring character Junito on Noah's Arc. As a gay man of Afro-Puerto Rican ancestry, he has served as an advocate for gay youth, especially gay minorities.
Sep 1, 2011 · On the show, Wilson Cruz (best known for his role as Rickie Vasquez on the '90s teen drama My So-Called Life) plays the incredibly sexy HIV-positive doc who falls in love with the sexually...
May 17, 2019 · “When I suggested that we make Davina and Shea HIV-positive so we could tell the story of what it’s like to be a trans person living with HIV, that was the first time that I saw the glimmer...
Apr 2, 2024 · Wilson Cruz isn't just a name on a credit roll; he's a pioneer who stepped into living rooms across America and dared to be different. His groundbreaking role ... Cruz is a force for positive ...
Nov 18, 2020 · Wilson Cruz is one of four cover stories for 2020's Out100 issue, which is comprised of 100 of the most influential LGBTQ+ names in music, fashion, culture, advocacy, and more.
Jun 1, 2021 · In 1994, Wilson Cruz. became the first openly gay actor to play an openly gay teen on primetime TV, as Rickie Vasquez on “My So-Called Life.”. Nearly three decades later, Cruz says it’s the response to the groundbreaking character that means the most to him. “I have great pride in being that person, but the freedom and the relief and ...
Mar 3, 2020 · Published: March 3, 2020 | Last Updated: August 14, 2023. The first openly gay actor to play an openly gay series regular in a leading role on TV, Wilson Cruz has witnessed firsthand the changing tides of TV representation. Cruz paved the way for shows such as "Will & Grace" and "Ellen" with his portrayal of Rickie Vasquez, the troubled gay ...
