" It ’s really important for mixed Kid to see that someone that looks like them can chair a series and tell these stories that merit to be told . "
TheTo All The Boys I’ve Loved BeforespinoffXO, Kittypremiered on Netflix last week, and to celebrate the release of the show, we attended Netflix’sXO, Kittypremiere to speak with the cast about the show and their individual journeys.
Anthony Keyvanjoined theXO, Kittycast as Quincy “Q” Shabazian, Dae (Minyeong Choi) and Min Ho’s (Sang Heon Lee) roommate and Kitty’s (Anna Cathcart) newbest friendand confidante at the Korean Independent School of Seoul (KISS).
You may have seen him in theLove, Simonspinoff,Love, Victor, as Rahim — Pilar’s (Isabella Ferreira) best friend and one of Victor’s (Michael Cimino) love interests.
And here they are supporting Anthony at theXO, Kittypremiere!
In our interview with Anthony, he said, “The first time I’ve ever felt represented, honestly, was when I got cast as ‘Q’ inXO, Kitty.”
“This is the first time in my 18-year career where I’ve played a character that authentically represents my own background of being half-Iranian, half-Filipino.”
“I think it’s really important for mixed kids to see that someone that looks like them can lead a series and tell these stories that deserve to be told.”
“I really wish I did have someone to give me a piece of advice, someone to look up to.”
“Being mixed is a superpower, and don’t let anyone tell you differently.”
“So much of my life, I’ve felt like I was too much of one thing and not enough of another, but honestly, as I’ve gotten older and I’m seeing how the industry is shifting, I am now confident that someone who looks like me can do anything.”
Be sure to watchXO, Kittyon Netflix to seeAnthony Keyvanin action!
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“It’s really important for mixed kids to see that someone that looks like them can lead a series and tell these stories that deserve to be told."
