I am Celebrating my SAG-AFTRA Membership Anniversary

We all celebrate birthdays, wedding anniversaries and whatever comes to mind. One special day for me was February 26th, 2021 when I finally Joined the Screen Actor's Guild. I had been acting and recording music for over 20 years but this step was pending. Becoming a member is no easy task, and anyone who is a PROUD member will understand.

The reason I joined is because being a professional in the industry meant everything to me. As a Kid when I lived in Mexico, and before I came to the United States, I excelled in the arts, but could not get interested in any other subject. My Parent's who worked very hard lost everything when the economy collapsed in our country. My family went from middle class to almost broke in a period of days. We came here to the land of opportunities and Bang!!! Culture Clash. Learn a new language, get a job illegally. We were in survival mode for years, wearing hand me downs and eating whatever we got from charities. 

In school once again I couldn't get the subjects, for once they were in a foreign language, so the work was double. Drama and choir were my scape and all I really understood. I could make people laugh with my thick accent or get their attention performing. I went to college and took Journalism, but once I had to take other required courses I was falling flat on my face. I knew the only way I would really thrive in life would be if I did what I love, what I'm good at, and so the adventure began. SURPRISE! Another huge challenge was ahead, I had no one to guide me on how to get in to the entertainment industry. I worked endlessly looking for ways... I'll tell You more about this in another post.

The Point is I did whatever it took to make a name for myself. Whenever a door doesn't open I study and work to build it. After many albums released, acting in movies and TV shows I had a strong resume to sign with an agent, and soon enough I was right where I wanted, I was eligible to join the Union. The American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, representing approximately 160,000 film and television actors, journalists, radio personalities, recording artists, singers, voice actors, internet influencers, fashion models, and other media professionals worldwide.

 

The world always celebrates pioneers, the first to do something in any industry is the name who becomes immortalized in the minds of people, and makes history. Before me, music composers Aleks Syntek, and Armando Manzanero whose songs were recorded by Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley, made a global splash, but they never covered all aspects of the industry. I am a trailblazer with numerous albums and the portrayal of characters in Emmy award winning shows such as my participation in Rupaul's Drag Race, Shameless, Mind of Mencia, and the films Assassin X, Coyote and others I am currently filming. My work sets me apart and today,  I am recognized as The world’s No.1 Superstar ®™. The first artist from Merida, Yucatan, MX. to succeed in Hollywood conquering the hearts of the American, European, Asian and Latin Markets. 

When I got married to Richard I knew I should change my name from Diegodiego to Sidow Sobrino to honor both families, since we both come from similar stories and struggles. And here I am, enjoying all the benefits of being a star. Thank You God! On my SAG-AFTRA anniversary celebration, I want to also congratulate everyone who is a member. We recognize the importance of its privilege, the dedication and the tears cried,  which now is a Huge smile on our faces. 

I am working on a new release, HUNGRY FOR YOUR LOVE, Coming out this spring 2022. I hope you are currently enjoying my new song and music video Bananas 4 God, it's available for streaming on Qobuz in Europe, Spotify, Apple Music, iHeartRadio, Deezer and all music platforms worldwide. 

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