Why The Tax Collector’s Cinthya Carmona Defied Religion to Pursue Acting and Find Herself

Her independent spirit, strong will, and artistic ambition made her a rebel in a deeply religious family. But a supportive madrina found ways for her to hone her craft early on. Big sacrifices would follow, including being kicked out of her home. Cinthya speaks candidly with Alicia about her new film, choosing characters that defy Latino stereotypes, and the need to feel legitimate in your profession.Follow Cinthya @cinthyacarmona on Instagram. If you loved this episode, listen to Why Actress Lisa Vidal Believes “I’m here because this was supposed to happen” and  Vida’s Melissa Barrera Embraces All Her Identities. Show your love and become a Latina to Latina Patreon supporter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.