Bring Kira and Kai’s story to life 🖤 As Filipinos, it’s in our DNA to love with no regret.
Our crew has spent this entire past year putting their hearts into a vision we all believed in to empower the Fil-Am community while also raising the voices and talents of other AAPI members and allies. With your help we can push this project across the finish line and share the full experience with the world! 🇵🇭
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@ncishawaiicbs Season 2 EP 14 “Silent Invasion” Kenan Eames as Vinh. Thank you to everyone who tuned in to watch. Your support means everything. Had so much fun filming this scene. Alway know the ancestors are at work and life is in your favor. Most definitely my most favorite job I have ever had the privilege to work. Excited for more to come! #NCISHawaii #FreeVinhNCIS #kenaneames
Kenan Eames as Braddah Gavin 🤙🏽🏄🏾♂️ @rescueseries@foxtv@dramaclubfox Thank you to the Creator, Kanaka Maoli and the Kingdom of Hawaii for the opportunity to be a reflection of the community in leading the paddle out ceremony. @johnwellsproductions for the trust and belief in my talents and for always championing diverse stories. @ayouabian for your guidance as an amazing director and @ankavision an an amazing DP who captured all our vulnerability. This scene was very healing for me and I hope it was relatable and honest for those who lost someone they love. Thank you to the entire cast and crew for your support in my performance, your encouragement meant so much! #Rescuehisurf #foxtv #actor #hawaii
What happens when a Filipino Mexican American creative decides to build his own lane in an industry that rarely makes space for him?
@kenaneames joins Sweet Spaghetti to share his journey from college athlete to international model to working actor, and how each chapter shaped his perspective on identity, discipline, and visibility.
The conversation begins in San Diego, where sports built the foundation for his work ethic and mindset, before tracing his move to Los Angeles and the early challenges of navigating an industry that did not always know where to place him. From there, Kenan reflects on his time in New York City as a high-fashion model working globally, and how shifting between fashion, fitness, and commercial work reshaped his understanding of authenticity and representation.
As acting became the next evolution of his craft, Kenan breaks down his approach to storytelling, the roles he is drawn to, and the responsibility he feels in portraying nuanced, human characters on screen. The discussion also explores what it means to be both Filipino and Mexican American in Hollywood, the weight of being one of the few in certain spaces, and the ongoing push for more inclusive and accurate representation.
Looking ahead, Kenan shares his vision for building a lasting career rooted in purpose, while opening doors for the next generation of multi-hyphenate artists to take up space, define their own worth, and lead with intention.
Cuando conoci a Kenan, se sintió como un hermanito. Fue una experiencia hermosa as we grabbed coffee and took photos around the local businesses. Thanks for linking up @kenaneames
