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culture2 years ago•5 min saved

"The Resurgence of Barong Tagalog: A Fashion Trend Among Young Filipino Americans"

The barong Tagalog, a traditional Filipino garment, is experiencing a resurgence in popularity among Filipino Americans as a symbol of national pride and style. The barong's origins date back to pre-colonial times and it gained prominence during the presidency of Ramon Magsaysay. However, its popularity waned during the rule of Ferdinand Marcos. In recent years, the barong has made a comeback, with creative and individualistic interpretations by designers and celebrities. It has become a way for Filipino Americans to showcase their cultural heritage and express their identity.

via CNN|

#barong-tagalog #cultural-heritage #culture

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

'Sesame Street' introduces first Filipino American Muppet, TJ.

Sesame Street has introduced its first Filipino American Muppet, 4-year-old TJ, who made his debut alongside actor Kal Penn and fellow Muppets Grover and Ji-Young. TJ's character is a second-generation Filipino-American boy with a baby sister and grandparents who help him learn Tagalog. Chinese actor Yinan Shentu plays TJ and has spoken about his imposter syndrome, while social media users have praised the representation of Asian people on the show.

via USA TODAY|

#diversity #entertainment #filipino-american

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

'Sesame Street' introduces first Filipino American Muppet, TJ.

Sesame Street has introduced its first Filipino American Muppet named TJ in a segment about the importance of confidence. TJ explained that support from his family gave him confidence in learning how to speak the Filipino dialect Tagalog. The new character was the idea of Filipino-American animation director Bobby Pontillas and is played by voice actor and puppeteer Yinan Shentu. Sesame Workshop has been adding more diverse characters to the show in recent years, including African American characters.

via Daily Mail|

#confidence #entertainment #filipino-american

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Sesame Street" debuts first Filipino-American muppet, TJ.

"Sesame Street" has introduced its first-ever Filipino American muppet, TJ, voiced and puppeteered by Yinan Shentu. TJ is the first Asian American character to join the show since Ji-Young, an Asian American muppet who was introduced in a 2021 Thanksgiving episode. TJ's appearance is inspired by the lifelong friends of Filipino American artist and animator Bobby Pontillas. The character made his debut in a video alongside actor Kal Pen and "Sesame Street" veteran Grover, where he learned the meaning of the word "confidence."

via Yahoo News|

#asian-american #entertainment #filipino-american

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Sesame Street" debuts first Filipino-American muppet, TJ.

"Sesame Street" has introduced its first-ever Filipino American muppet, TJ, voiced and puppeteered by Yinan Shentu. TJ is the first Asian American character to join the show since Ji-Young, an Asian American muppet who was introduced in a 2021 Thanksgiving episode. TJ's appearance is inspired by artist and animator Bobby Pontillas' lifelong friends, Max and Mateo. The character debuted in a video alongside actor Kal Pen and "Sesame Street" veteran Grover, learning the meaning of the word "confidence." TJ's introduction coincides with Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

via CBS News|

#childrens-television #diversity #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

'Sesame Street' Welcomes First Filipino American Muppet, TJ

"Sesame Street" has introduced its first Filipino American muppet, TJ, as part of a segment about showing confidence. The character, played by voice actor and puppeteer Yinan Shentu, was created by Filipino American animator Bobby Pontillas and was inspired by his friends' children. The introduction of TJ follows the show's introduction of Ji-Young, a 7-year-old Korean American skateboarder and guitar player, in 2021. The move has been welcomed by the Filipino American community, who are happy to see themselves represented on the iconic children's television show.

via NBC News|

#childrens-television #diversity #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

'Sesame Street' welcomes TJ, its first Filipino American muppet.

Sesame Street has introduced its first Filipino American muppet, TJ, who joins the show's first Asian American character, Ji-Young. In a recent segment, TJ learns about confidence and talks about his growing confidence while learning Tagalog. The muppet was created by Filipino American animator Bobby Pontillas and is played by voice actor and puppeteer Yinan Shentu. TJ's debut coincides with API Heritage Month and aims to promote diversity and representation in children's TV.

via NPR|

#childrens-tv #diversity #entertainment