In this two-part episode, Gem and Em welcome the incredibly talented Ana Villafañe to the Mothership. Named one of the New York Times' "30 Under 30," Ana is a true trailblazer in entertainment. She has wowed audiences on Broadway with her performances as Gloria Estefan in On Your Feet and Roxie Hart in Chicago, and she's made waves with her role as AOC in the critically acclaimed play N/A.
In part one, Ana opens up about her journey through the world of Broadway, television and film, what it's like to embody such diverse characters, her friendship with Holland Taylor, living with a chronic illness, body image, her passion for advocating Latinx representation in the industry, and much more. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, laughs, and insights as we dive deep into Ana’s career.
Stay tuned for part two, dropping tomorrow, where we continue our conversation and uncover even more of Ana's fascinating journey. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
Featuring: Ana Villafañe, Emily Estefan, Gemeny Hernandez
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