Jaden Michael was well aware of Colin Kaepernick before he ever auditioned to play him in “Colin in Black & White.” The actor, perhaps best known for his lead role in 2020’s “Vampires vs. the B…
.” The actor, perhaps best known for his lead role in 2020’s “Vampires vs. the Bronx,” respected Kaepernick not only as an athlete but also for his advocacy. Created by Kaepernick and Ava DuVernay, “Colin in Black & White” hits Netflix on Oct. 29 and details Kaepernick’s life as a teenager striving to become an NFL player, well before he famously began kneeling during the national anthem before San Francisco 49ers games to protest police brutality and systemic racism in the U.S.
Actors don’t always have control over what they’re offered, but it seems like you have been passionate about your previous roles and looking for meaningful messages. I want to tell stories that empower and support people and communities. I have seen some auditions for things and felt it wasn’t right for me, so I didn’t even audition. It’s hard turning something down when you’re a young actor, but ultimately, I don’t regret it. Because so far I’ve built a career that I’m pretty proud of. I like the stories and messages I tell, even if I don’t always do the greatest job. • Do you not like watching yourself on the screen? I hate it.
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