Marcello Hernández’s new Netflix stand-up is a breakout success, blending first-gen Cuban American storytelling, reggaeton, dance, and hilarious observations about family, women, and culture.
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In The Unstoppable, Dave Chappelle Still Commands the Mic—But to Mixed Effect
In The Unstoppable, Dave Chappelle proves he’s still a master storyteller, delivering sharp commentary on race, free speech, and U.S. foreign policy. But the special is weighed down by repetitive, outdated jokes about transgender people, revealing a growing tension between Chappelle’s undeniable comedic skill and his increasingly stagnant cultural critiques.
Marcella Arguello Joins Abbott Elementary: A Win for Salvadoran-American and Latino Representation on Primetime TV
Salvadoran-American comedian Marcella Arguello makes a standout appearance on Abbott Elementary, marking a major moment for Latino representation in primetime television. From her role as Ms. Alomar to her groundbreaking HBO comedy special, Arguello’s presence signals growing visibility for Latinas in comedy and network TV.
The Ortiz Family: Dominican American Humor at Its Finest
The Ortiz family—led by Radel, Lizbel, and their mother—has built a comedy empire rooted in Dominican-American identity, love, and laughter. From selling out the United Palace to podcasting and publishing, their story is one of talent, unity, and cultural pride.
Erik Rivera: Latino Comedian Blending Culture and Comedy in HBO Latino’s “Super White”
Discover Erik Rivera, the Puerto Rican-Guatemalan comedian behind HBO Latino’s Super White. With sharp, relatable humor and clean storytelling, he’s redefining Latino comedy in America.
Sanky Panky: The Dominican Comedy That Turns “Mangando una Visa” into Laugh-Out-Loud Cinema
“Sanky Panky” is a Dominican cult comedy that hilariously explores immigration, tourism, and diaspora identity through sharp satire and unforgettable Caribbean storytelling.
Protected: The Dominican-American Comedians Taking Over
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How Marcella Arguello Uses Height, Humor, and Hot Takes to Dominate the Comedy Scene
Salvadoran American comedian Marcella Arguello blends fearless feminist takes, sharp cultural commentary, and hilarious physical humor inspired by her towering 6’2″ frame. With a bold stage presence and unfiltered wit, she’s redefining stand-up one punchline at a time.
‘Neon’ Just Dropped on Netflix—and It’s the Reggaetón Show We’ve Been Waiting For
Netflix’s Neon, created by Shea Serrano and Max Searle, just dropped—and it’s already making waves for how it centers reggaetón with humor, heart, and cultural authenticity. Backed by Scooter Braun’s SB Projects and executive produced by Daddy Yankee, the series brings in heavy hitters like Suzy Exposito and Katelina “La Gata” Eccleston as consultants to make sure it gets the culture right. With sharp writing, layered characters, and intentional representation—especially of Afro-Latinas in the industry—Neon isn’t just a music comedy, it’s a blueprint for how to tell Latine stories with nuance and respect.
Jesus Sepulveda ‘Mr. Tough Life’ Comedy Special: A Review
Jesus Sepúlveda’s Mr. Tough Life on HBO Max is puro corazón con comedia. In just 29 minutes, he peels back layers of growing up Latino in L.A.—talking therapy, familia, and cultura—with hella humor and realness. This ain’t no watered-down stand-up. It’s for la comunidad, by la comunidad. If you want to laugh, reflect, and feel seen, Mr. Tough Life es pa’ ti.