Is Josh Andrés Rivera Latino?

A theater kid at heart, Rivera, whose parents are from Puerto Rico, had worked on major projects before like the Broadway hit Hamilton, but West Side Story would be the first feature film of his career.

Who did Josh Andres Rivera play in Hamilton?

5. Josh Andrés Rivera as Chino. Rivera appeared in the ensemble for Hamilton for nearly two years, documenting fun backstage moments on Instagram along the way. West Side Story will be his film debut.

What race is Maria in West Side Story?

In West Side Story, Maria is of Puerto Rican descent. In the 1961 film adaptation she was played by American actor Natalie Wood. Spielberg told Variety: “When we began this process a year ago, we announced that we would cast the roles of Maria, Anita, Bernardo, Chino and the Sharks with Latina and Latino actors.”

What ethnicity are Maria and Anita?

They are both Puerto Rican. Anita is knowing, sexual and sharp. Maria is excited, enthusiastic and childlike, but also growing into an adult. Maria complains that the dress is too young-looking, but Anita explains that Bernardo, her boyfriend and Maria’s brother, made her promise not to make the dress too short.

Who was Hamilton best friend?

South Carolina’s Revolutionary abolitionist, Lieutenant Colonel John Laurens, was Alexander Hamilton’s closest friend.

Who was Alexander Hamilton bestfriend?

But our main interest is examining the real story of the life of John Laurens, Hamilton’s best friend and confidante during the American Revolution.