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CASSANDRA FREEMAN: Bel-Air, Aunt Viv, inclusion and representation in Hollywood

February 08, 2023 • Movikarma • Season 3 • Episode 32

Jared Milrad chats with award-winning actor Cassandra Freeman about her groundbreaking role as Aunt Viv in BEL-AIR, which tells the story of a street-smart teen whose life is forever transformed when he moves from the streets of West Philadelphia to live with his relatives in one of LA's wealthiest suburbs. Before Season 2 of BEL-AIR premieres on Peacock on February 23rd, Cassie opens up about her mentors and journey in Hollywood, from starring in major projects such as Marvel's LUKE CAGE, the acclaimed FX series ATLANTA, Spike Lee's INSIDE MAN opposite Denzel Washington, and Chris Rock's I THINK I LOVE MY WIFE. Cassie also shares her views on inclusion and representation in entertainment - and how Hollywood can tell more impactful stories that fully reflect our shared humanity.

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