John Leguizamo's 'The Other Americans' aims to remedy Broadway’s lack of Latino stories

John Leguizamo has appeared in more than 100 films while also telling a distinctly Latino story in documentaries, one-man shows and now, full-scale dramas. Jeffrey Brown met him recently at the arena stage in Washington to talk about his latest work, his larger goals and his response to the recent election. It's part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. Watch PBS News for daily, breaking and live news, plus special coverage. We are home to PBS News Hour, ranked the most credible and objective TV news show.  Newsletters: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/subscribe  PBS News podcasts: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/podcasts  Stream your PBS favorites with the PBS app: https://to.pbs.org/2Jb8twG  Find more from PBS News at https://www.pbs.org/newshour Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/2HfsCD6  Follow us: TikTok:   / pbsnews    X (formerly know as Twitter):   / newshour    Instagram:   / newshour    Facebook: http://www.pbs.org/newsho ur

John Leguizamo on Learning the Untold History of Latinos: “It Changed My DNA” | Amanpour and Company
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John Leguizamo on Learning the Untold History of Latinos: “It Changed My DNA” | Amanpour and Company

John Leguizamo Teaches 'Latin History For Morons'
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John Leguizamo Teaches 'Latin History For Morons'

My Golden Retriever Heals a Terrified Rescue Kitten in Just 3 Meetings!
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My Golden Retriever Heals a Terrified Rescue Kitten in Just 3 Meetings!

John Leguizamo Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ
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John Leguizamo Breaks Down His Most Iconic Characters | GQ

You Know This Song (but the Orchestra Doesn’t) | Jacob Collier & VSO School of Music Orchestra | TED
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You Know This Song (but the Orchestra Doesn’t) | Jacob Collier & VSO School of Music Orchestra | TED

Rating Good and Terrible British Accents by American Actors
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Rating Good and Terrible British Accents by American Actors

20 Times When Animals Reunited With Owners After Years Make You Cry in a Special Way 2025 #23
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20 Times When Animals Reunited With Owners After Years Make You Cry in a Special Way 2025 #23

Bet-David Tries to Humiliate John Leguizamo — This Ain’t It
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Bet-David Tries to Humiliate John Leguizamo — This Ain’t It

American Reacts to a Day at School in Germany
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American Reacts to a Day at School in Germany

Proud, Latin, and Impatient for Change: John Leguizamo Refuses to Be Quiet
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Proud, Latin, and Impatient for Change: John Leguizamo Refuses to Be Quiet

John Leguizamo is Manny The Fanny, 1992
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John Leguizamo is Manny The Fanny, 1992

“No Mexicans or Dogs Allowed.” The Untold History of US Latinos | Rick Sanchez Latino News Podcast
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“No Mexicans or Dogs Allowed.” The Untold History of US Latinos | Rick Sanchez Latino News Podcast

John Leguizamo Rips Univision's "Caca" Trump Interview | The Daily Show
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John Leguizamo Rips Univision's "Caca" Trump Interview | The Daily Show

Historian Answers Latin American History Questions | Tech Support | WIRED
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Historian Answers Latin American History Questions | Tech Support | WIRED

The New Face of America: Inside the Second Great Depression
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The New Face of America: Inside the Second Great Depression

John Leguizamo and Cris Abrego: 76th Emmys
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John Leguizamo and Cris Abrego: 76th Emmys

People Keep Asking Me About Racism In Germany. Here’s My Honest Answer.
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People Keep Asking Me About Racism In Germany. Here’s My Honest Answer.

John Leguizamo talks new PBS series on the overlooked contributions of Latinos | Chat Box
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John Leguizamo talks new PBS series on the overlooked contributions of Latinos | Chat Box

Researchers say history books omit Mexican American soldiers' contribution to Allies WWII victory
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Researchers say history books omit Mexican American soldiers' contribution to Allies WWII victory

John Leguizamo - Episode 1 | 'SEEN’ with Nick Barili
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John Leguizamo - Episode 1 | 'SEEN’ with Nick Barili