Stanley Tucci, the ever-charismatic actor and filmmaker, has come out to share some startling experiences from his career, particularly how he often found himself battling against the deep-seated prejudices associated with being Italian-American in Hollywood.

Best known for his vast array of roles, from the flamboyant art director Nigel in The Devil Wears Prada to the recently introduced secret agent Bernard Oderick in Amazon Prime's Citadel, Tucci's remarks highlight the complexity of identity representation in the entertainment industry.