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Judy Reyes Advocates for Latino Representation in Hollywood

4/1/2026

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Judy Reyes, a Bronx-born Dominican actor, reprised Carla Espinosa in the Scrubs reboot and leads ABC's High Potential.
She notes Latinos are underrepresented in leadership roles in Hollywood.
Reyes incorporates her Dominican heritage into her character, including a mug with the Dominican flag.
She acknowledges industry challenges, noting mergers that affect job security and the need to protect creative liberties.

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Story summary

Judy Reyes, a Bronx-born Dominican actor, reprised Carla Espinosa in the Scrubs reboot and leads ABC's High Potential.
She notes Latinos are underrepresented in leadership roles in Hollywood.
Reyes incorporates her Dominican heritage into her character, including a mug with the Dominican flag.
She acknowledges industry challenges, noting mergers that affect job security and the need to protect creative liberties.