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Wilson Cruz (born Wilson Echevarría; December 27, 1973) is an American actor known for playing Rickie Vasquez on My So-Called Life, Dr. Hugh Culber on Star Trek: Discovery, and the recurring character Junito on Noah's Arc.
Wilson Cruz is a Puerto Rican American actor, producer, and activist who has starred in TV shows such as Star Trek: Discovery, 13 Reasons Why, and My So-Called Life. He is also the executive producer of the docuseries Visible: Out on Television and the recipient of several awards and honors for his work and advocacy.
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Wilson Cruz is an award-winning actor, producer, activist, and humanitarian of Puerto Rican descent. He is known for his roles in My So-Called Life, Rent, Star Trek: Discovery, and more.
- December 27, 1973
Mar 14, 2024 · Paramount+ held a world premiere event at SXSW in Austin on Monday, where TrekMovie had a chance to speak to star Wilson Cruz on the red carpet about what’s new for Dr. Hugh Culber this season....
May 11, 2022 · Wilson Cruz, who plays Dr. Hugh Culber on Star Trek: Discovery, received the Vito Russo Award for his LGBTQ advocacy and representation. The award honors media professionals who accelerate LGBTQ acceptance and Cruz was praised by his castmates and fans for his role in the show.
Jun 1, 2021 · Wilson Cruz, the first openly gay actor to play an openly gay teen on primetime TV, reflects on the impact of his character on “My So-Called Life.” He also talks about his career, his activism and his current role on “Star Trek: Discovery.”
Jun 16, 2021 · Yahoo Entertainment interviews the actor who broke new ground as the first openly gay lead on a prime-time drama and now plays a gay character on Star Trek. Cruz talks about his career, his influences and his pride in the queerest Star Trek in history.
