Minnie Mills ♀️

Minnie Mills is a Korean British-American actress who faced challenges related to feeling invisible and stereotyped in society, particularly in the context of limited Asian representation in the media. As an aspiring actor, she expresses excitement about the evolving landscape that now features more complex, well-rounded Asian characters in prominent roles. Mills acknowledges the importance of breaking away from Hollywood's stereotypes and takes pride in her Korean identity. She highlights her character Shayla in "The Summer I Turned Pretty" as an empowering representation of an Asian woman who is confident, noticed, kind, and vulnerable. Despite initial skepticism from others about her suitability for such roles, Mills embraces her identity and cultural heritage, crediting her mother for instilling in her a deep appreciation for Korean traditions, food, and language. Ultimately, she encourages her younger self to believe in being the main character and to stand tall and proud in her identity.