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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, Dr. Hugh Culber on Star Trek: Discovery, and the recurring character Junito on Noah's Arc.
Wilson Cruz is a Puerto Rican American actor, producer, and activist who has starred in TV shows such as Star Trek: Discovery, 13 Reasons Why, and My So-Called Life. He is also the executive producer of the docuseries Visible: Out on Television and the recipient of several awards and honors for his work and advocacy.
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...
Jul 26, 2023 · The "Star Trek: Discovery" star and GLSEN board chair shares his experience of being gay in high school and his commitment to making schools safe for LGBTQ students. He also discusses the challenges and opportunities for the organization amid the political climate in the U.S.
Oct 26, 2020 · Wilson Cruz Was The First Openly Gay Man To Play An Openly Gay Character On Television. While My So-Called Life had a short television stay, lasting only 19 episodes in...
Wilson Cruz (born Wilson Echevarría; December 27, 1973) is an American actor, better known for playing Rickie Vasquez on My So-Called Life and a recurring character on Noah's Arc. In both his acting and his community work, Cruz has served as a model and mentor to gay youth, especially gay youth of color.
Wilson Cruz is an award-winning actor, producer, activist, and humanitarian of Puerto Rican descent. He is known for his roles in My So-Called Life, Rent, Star Trek: Discovery, and more.
