First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
First and foremost, I want to say thank you to Shayla. Playing Shayla was such a privilege, she taught me so much and helped me grow not only as an actor, but as a person. To be able to portray a piece of the representation I’ve always wanted to see on screen was a dream come true and meant the world to me. In an industry– and especially genre– where women of color are constantly defined by white men, and asian characters are often portrayed as meek and invisible until seen by a white counterpart, Shayla was unapologetically herself. She took up space, she was confident, kind and compassionate: a fully fleshed, powerful woman all on her own. She didn’t need to prove that to anyone, she did not need a white boy to deem her worthy, she didn’t have to grapple with her identity in order to be beautiful or the “it” girl. Being Asian was simply part of who she was, not an obstacle to who she wanted to be. Shayla and Steven’s love story will always mean so much to me. To see two asian characters in a healthy loving relationship, communicating with and understanding one another through their issues was huge, and something I really hope we get to see more of. Building their story and love for one another, and creating their relationship with one of my favorite humans was truly such a gift that I will always cherish.
To everyone who loved Shayla, who felt empowered or inspired by her, she will always be in the first season for you to come back to whenever you need her, and if I ever get the chance, I would love to continue her story. Thank you for supporting her, and thank you for supporting me. I could not have asked for a better cast, crew, or character for my first acting role, and I cannot wait to see what’s next.
#stevenandshaylaforever
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Wimbledon! And a lil bit of London 🙂
Baby’s first Coachella ft. @vspink #pinkpartner
Baby’s first Coachella ft. @vspink #pinkpartner
What a night! ✨
Honored and so grateful to @goldhouseco for having me at their beautiful celebration of culture, community, and accomplishment
Also big thanks to all the humans who made this look come to life:
Makeup: @mollygreenwald
Hair: @clarissanya
Styling: @sarahslutsky @carlee___
Dress: @chocheng
And thank you for the wonderful team @victoriassecret @vspink for inviting me
What a night! ✨
Honored and so grateful to @goldhouseco for having me at their beautiful celebration of culture, community, and accomplishment
Also big thanks to all the humans who made this look come to life:
Makeup: @mollygreenwald
Hair: @clarissanya
Styling: @sarahslutsky @carlee___
Dress: @chocheng
And thank you for the wonderful team @victoriassecret @vspink for inviting me
What a night! ✨
Honored and so grateful to @goldhouseco for having me at their beautiful celebration of culture, community, and accomplishment
Also big thanks to all the humans who made this look come to life:
Makeup: @mollygreenwald
Hair: @clarissanya
Styling: @sarahslutsky @carlee___
Dress: @chocheng
And thank you for the wonderful team @victoriassecret @vspink for inviting me
What a night! ✨
Honored and so grateful to @goldhouseco for having me at their beautiful celebration of culture, community, and accomplishment
Also big thanks to all the humans who made this look come to life:
Makeup: @mollygreenwald
Hair: @clarissanya
Styling: @sarahslutsky @carlee___
Dress: @chocheng
And thank you for the wonderful team @victoriassecret @vspink for inviting me
What a night! ✨
Honored and so grateful to @goldhouseco for having me at their beautiful celebration of culture, community, and accomplishment
Also big thanks to all the humans who made this look come to life:
Makeup: @mollygreenwald
Hair: @clarissanya
Styling: @sarahslutsky @carlee___
Dress: @chocheng
And thank you for the wonderful team @victoriassecret @vspink for inviting me
What a night! ✨
Honored and so grateful to @goldhouseco for having me at their beautiful celebration of culture, community, and accomplishment
Also big thanks to all the humans who made this look come to life:
Makeup: @mollygreenwald
Hair: @clarissanya
Styling: @sarahslutsky @carlee___
Dress: @chocheng
And thank you for the wonderful team @victoriassecret @vspink for inviting me