Zeeko Zaki on Leading 'FBI' as an Arab-American Muslim and the Ongoing Fight for Representation
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Summary
Zeeko Zaki, star of CBS's 'FBI,' discusses his role as an Arab-American Muslim leading a network TV show. While he sees progress in representation, he notes he is still the only one in such a position and emphasizes the ongoing fight for balanced representation on television and in the world. He also discusses the responsibility of portraying an FBI agent and the show's collaboration with the actual FBI.
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· 3 pulledWhich was the goal, of course. But then, at the same time, I'm still the only one.
There's still a bigger fight for representation on TV. And there's still a bigger fight for balance in the world as a whole.
I was invited to speak with the FBI. These agents communicate with us constantly, and we know they approve of our show.
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