TV star and Boston native Ayo Edebiri received a warm welcome from her alma mater Thursday.
A crowded auditorium at Boston Latin School erupted in screams as Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actress Ayo Edebiri returned to her alma mater. She pointed out familiar faces in the crowd with Boston Mayor Michelle Wu.
It was her first time back here and she let the excited students know how far she's come.
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The 2013 graduate recalled teachers, classes and projects that shaped her including the improv troupe and BLS’ notable Public Declamation performance helping the shy student blossom.
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SIGN UP “This school taught me to face challenges and things that may seem really difficult and really daunting,’ said Edebiri.
The Dorchester native shared the story of her big break - while working in a writer’s room.
“There was one specific job where there was an actor who had a scheduling conflict,” she explained. “Because of how I was in the room and the fact that I was performing, I got to fill in and there were casting directors who were like what’s your deal?”
Students inspired to see one of their own reach such heights… almost didn’t believe this visit was real.
“I thought this was an elaborate prank ...this is not happening to us,” said student Parker Vincent-Alva.
Edebiri even got a surprise of her own…. the mayor proclaiming April 10, 2025, as Ayo Edebiri Day in Boston.
Edebiri is best known for her role on Hulu's "The Bear"
