Ivory Aquino
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About
Television actress and performer who is widely recognized for her portrayal of transgender activist Cecilia Chung on the series When We Rise. She played Lourdes Mendoza on the series City on a Hill. She has also made appearances on series like When They See Us, New Amsterdam and Blue Bloods.
Before Fame
She knew from a very young age that she was transgender. She was often bullied at school, but her parents supported her transition. She graduated summa cum laude from the Berklee College of Music.
Trivia
She appeared in The Drilling Company's Bryant Park Presents production of Romeo and Juliet in 2015. She shares her support of trans children and transgender rights.
Family Life
She adopted a Shih Tzu dog named Chewybear.
Associated With
She appeared alongside Guy Pearce on When We Rise.
