JESSICA MARIE GARCIA on #NotTooDeep // Grace Helbig

TL;DR

Jessica Marie Garcia discusses her role on Netflix's On My Block, the importance of representation in the entertainment industry, her love for reality TV, and her experiences in the industry.

Transcript

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Key Insights

• 😊 Jessica Marie Garcia is proud to be part of a show like On My Block that gives a voice to underrepresented communities.
• 🤔 She believes it's important for actors to bring their authentic selves to auditions and not try to fit into a mold of what they think the casting directors want.
• 🔉 Jessica is passionate about using social media to speak up about important issues and advocate for positive change.
• 😒 She is inspired by people like Ashlee Marie Preston and America Ferrera, who use their platforms to make a difference.
• 👧 Jessica's favorite reality TV shows include Bad Girls Club and Love After Lockup.
• 🥰 She loves dipping sauces, especially ones that are sweet and salty.

Questions & Answers

Q: How did Jessica Marie Garcia go from being a guest star to a series regular on On My Block?

Jessica worked hard to make her character, Jasmine, indispensable and push for more depth and representation in the show. She wanted her character to have more than just comedic moments and fought for moments that showed Jasmine's pain and vulnerability.

Q: How does Jessica Marie Garcia feel about representing underrepresented communities in the industry?

Jessica feels a lot of responsibility and is honored to be part of a show that allows kids to see themselves and their stories on screen for the first time. She believes that these stories can only be told authentically by the people who have lived them.

Q: What has been Jessica Marie Garcia's favorite behind-the-scenes memory from On My Block?

Jessica recalls a scene with Shoshanna's character, Amber, where her co-star Bret improvised by calling Amber every white girl's name after each take. It made her laugh so hard that the crew had to tell them to calm down.

Q: How does Jessica Marie Garcia feel about being so young and already having participated in something as culturally relevant as On My Block?

Jessica feels overwhelmed but grateful for the impact the show has had on its fans. She doesn't take the responsibility lightly and hopes to continue telling important stories through her work.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Jessica Marie Garcia discusses her role as Jasmine on Netflix's On My Block, describing it as a show that gives a voice to characters that are often overlooked in other shows.

• She talks about the responsibility she feels in representing underrepresented communities and the impact the show has had on its fans.

• Jessica shares her love for reality TV and talks about her experiences working with Betch, an all-female sketch comedy group.

• She also discusses her career in the industry, her journey to becoming a series regular on On My Block, and the support she has received from her cast and crew.