An American Story: Everyone’s Invited!

September 17, 2024

Wilmer Valderrama, NHMC Visionary Alliance Member, is Releasing his Memoir,

An American Story: Everyone’s Invited!  

His memoir is the remarkable true story of a young immigrant from Venezuela who had a dream to change the world, a talent for entertaining, and a determined spirit to build a new life, taking as many as possible with him on the journey.

“Once you realize the truth about luck, you will become bolder than ever before. You will become dauntless. You will be unstoppable in the quest to fulfill your own dreams. There is no such thing as luck. There is only the luck you create."

An American Story weaves Valderrama’s personal stories with those of the remarkable people he’s met along his philanthropic journey. This isn’t just Valderrama’s story, though. It’s a view of America through an immigrant’s eyes, in both its stunning unmatched wonders and all its native challenges. It is the profound and gripping story of someone who found the way and is now inviting as many as possible to join him on the adventure.

“We share our excitement and support for our Visionary Alliance member Willliam Valderrama’s new memoir An American Story: Everyone’s Invited. In a time in which our country continues to be divided on the topic of immigration, Wilmer’s memoir reminds us of the contributions, power, and success immigrants have in the U.S and the entertainment industry. We applaud Wilmer’s memoir and thank him for his constant support, volunteering his time with NHMC,” said Brenda Victoria Castillo, President and CEO, National Hispanic Media Coalition.

NHMC is so excited to see that Wilmer Valderrama is going on a book tour! If you’re in LA, New York, Miami, San Antonio, or the surrounding areas, go see him for a live conversation and book signing!
Available in Spanish or English, An American Story: Everyone’s Invited is available where all books are sold, follow the link for more information here.

National Hispanic Media Coalition (NHMC) is a 40+ year old 501(c)(3) non-profit, nonpartisan, civil and human rights organization that was founded to eliminate hate, discrimination, and racism toward Latino and marginalized communities.

We advance Latino visibility and influence from the halls of Washington, D.C., to the studios of Hollywood. Through our media advocacy and workforce development initiatives, NHMC creates spaces where diverse creators can connect, collaborate, and thrive. Our Series Scriptwriters Program, Latinx Stream Showcase, Creators Networking Program, Careers in Entertainment Youth Program, and Media Advocacy Fellowships serve as both incubators and pipelines, preparing the next generation of storytellers, advocates, and industry leaders. Through mentorship, education, networking opportunities, and direct access to entertainment executives, these programs help transform emerging talent into lasting industry voices while expanding authentic representation across media.

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