I Impressed Them by Not Trying to Impress Him with Melissa Fumero: Funjelah EP 49

Funjelah with Anjelah Johnson-Reyes

This week, Anjelah reconnects with longtime friend and actress Melissa Fumero. The two reminisce about years of crossing paths at auditions, including a few for Brooklyn Nine-Nine, which ultimately became Melissa’s breakout role. They open up about early career imposter syndrome and the ongoing work it takes to overcome it. Sharing frustrations with today’s entertainment industry, Melissa reflects on how difficult it can be to stay hopeful. Still, she credits her Cuban immigrant parents for instilling grit, resilience, and the belief that building community is one of life’s greatest priorities.

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