“Yellowjackets” Star Simone Kessell Spoke About Pacific Islander Representation In The Industry: “I Know How Hard It Is Being A Māori Woman To Be Seen And Heard”

BuzzFeed proudly presents Voices of the Pacific — a month-long interview series celebrating Pacific Islanders who’ve made profound contributions to . This project purposefully combats the erasure that PIs face every May during APAHM and highlights these talented individuals’ careers, cultures, and stories.

So grab a snack, settle in, and read about your faves, new and old!

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