In CBS2's latest Together in Pride segment, we profile a Washington Heights man who was in one of the most successful boy bands of all time. DaveCarlinTV talked to Cesar Abreu, one of the former stars of Menudo, about a new television docuseries.
His story is featured in a new HBO show. The four-episode doc"Menudo: Forever Young" charts the group's rise and scandals alleging abuse.Abreu said he knew he was gay in his early teens and it was difficult keeping it secret while being a star. He said he was bullied.His family noticed the pressure and helped remove him from the group."I find myself being one of the lucky ones," he said.
Abreu continues to perform, but he's also taking on a new role lately behind the scenes as a producer. "I think producing concerts and allowing for that space to be opportunities for other artists to thrive is really what I am envisioning for this part of my life," Abreu said.
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