Meet Comedian Aida Rodriguez, A Puerto Rican You Should Know

Aida Rodriguez

Name:

Aida Rodriguez

Hometown:

Miami, Florida

Current City:

Los Angeles

“Puerto Ricans come from the Taínos, a people rich in culture and accomplishment.” – Aida Rodriguez

Describe the work that you do…

I am a stand-up comedian, actress, writer and activist. I use my voice to bring issues to light through my experiences and comedy.

Why is the work important?

It is important to be a voice for the unheard, the marginalized and disenfranchised, especially when you come from those groups.

What inspired this work?

My life experiences inspired the work, I have had quite the journey in life from homelessness to abuse, but I am still standing. It is important to reach back, to inspire those who are at the very place you once were.

Why are you a proud Puerto Rican?

Have you ever had a Pastel or Pana or an Alcapurria? Why wouldn’t I be? We are a beautiful people. A mixture of all the worlds combined and a representation of true diversity.

We can be considered America’s stepchild and still we rise above and maintain our amazing identity. Puerto Ricans come from the Taínos, a people rich in culture and accomplishment. We, as a little island face adversity daily, but I know that we will triumph because we are strong and proud. Yo soy Boricua!