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Melissa Barrera Champions Latino Representation in New Spy Series

12/16/2025

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Mexican actor Melissa Barrera stars in the spy series The Copenhagen Test, which premieres on December 27.
She has long desired to portray a spy, inspired by shows such as Alias.
Barrera emphasizes Latino representation in Hollywood.
She is a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights and has faced backlash, including being fired from Scream VII.

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Story summary

Mexican actor Melissa Barrera stars in the spy series The Copenhagen Test, which premieres on December 27.
She has long desired to portray a spy, inspired by shows such as Alias.
Barrera emphasizes Latino representation in Hollywood.
She is a vocal advocate for Palestinian rights and has faced backlash, including being fired from Scream VII.