‘The thing I’m most proud of’: Wilson Cruz on ‘My So-Called Life’

Aug. 27, 2024 Entertainment

The groundbreaking TV show “My So-Called Life” made waves 30 years ago, especially because of Wilson Cruz’s portrayal of biracial, queer teenager Rickie Vasquez.

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Credits

Guest:

Wilson Cruz - actor

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Stephen Gregory, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser

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