Who would have thought that Steven Spielberg would be a champion for Filipino Americans in Hollywood? In his 1991 film “Hook,” the acclaimed filmmaker introduced the world to Rufio, Peter Pan’s successor as the leader of the Lost Boys in Neverland.
The character was played by Dante Basco and, for many in the audience, it was the very first time they were seeing a Filipino American performer in a leading role in a Hollywood production.Fast forward to 2019.
After seeing Jo Koy’s stand-up special “Comin’ In Hot,” Spielberg reached out to the comedian about collaborating on a project.
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