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#Hollywood #Immigrant #Stereotypes #TVshows #DefineAmerican  In April, a Season 4 episode of Jane the Virgin sees Alba—the titular character’s grandmother—applying for her U.S. citizenship. It’s a storyline that’s been seasons in the making, as viewers watched her evolve from undocumented immigrant to green-card holder to naturalized American. When Alba passes her test with a perfect score, stars from her new country’s flag float around her head as she celebrates with her family. A portrait of Donald Trump also transforms into one of his predecessors, offering a smile and a wink to Alba. It’s a subtle critique of the current president and his anti-immigration policies that reminds viewers of how citizenship isn’t always attainable for others. But this scene, and this arc, is just one of many stories featuring Alba in the show. Her character is not confined to her citizenship status, making her a rare example of an immigrant on TV who is depicted with nuance and care. A new...