Godfather of the ballroom scene, HIV activist and community leader.
Background singers providing ensemble and character vocal performances for the film's musical numbers.
Ella's magical fairy godparent who aids her in attending the royal ball. He conjures a custom gown, glass shoes, and transforms mice into footmen and a crate into a carriage, enabling her to experience the outside world and pursue her dreams.
Gugu is Maura’s strongest opponent in the charity poker game. After Maura gives her winnings to Gugu’s chosen charity, Gugu repays the gesture by helping the four women enter the stadium disguised as backup performers. This act allows them to see the game despite losing their tickets and lacking the money for replacements.
Barrett is an employee of Mia and Mel's beauty company. Claire Luna's intervention causes Mia and Mel to fire him while they are trying to prove themselves, leaving Sydney as their sole employee. After Mia and Mel establish Proud Cosmetics, they bring Barrett into the new company alongside Sydney.
Recently ended a long-term relationship, joining the group's dynamics while processing his breakup.
Gabriel is Owen’s father and Nicky’s husband. He celebrates Owen’s interests, reads with him, and prepares a welcoming room after the separation. His conflict with Nicky centers on emotional commitment, household responsibilities, and custody, leading him to seek flexible employment so he can remain closely involved in Owen’s life.
The spirit who urges Eshaan to be more open-minded about other people's faith and circumstances. It shows him Raj's Christmas party and Bob's family, including Tim's life-threatening illness, and challenges Eshaan when he tries to use his own experiences of discrimination to excuse hurting others.
Skirt's art director, Sebastian believes Jocelyn is the spy leaking the magazine's ideas to a rival and repeatedly puts her down. His suspicions and treatment create obstacles for her as she tries to uncover the infiltrator and prove her innocence. The editors later recognize Jocelyn's potential, though they soon forget it.
Shiniqua is a glamorous, powerfully wise drag queen and a friend of Angel. With a fiercely maternal spirit, she confronts the depraved figures connected to Andre's brothel and ultimately brings Andre's petty empire down. Her strength and care make her a formidable protector amid the exploitation surrounding Lee.
Billy Porter has 87 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently The Hunger Games – New Trilogy Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include POSE, Cinderella, 80 for Brady. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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