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Juan Carlos Coto

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Hello friends,

STAR TREK turns 60 this year, and my brother Manny would have been 65.

The greatest sci-fi show ever made premiered when he was a little kid, and for some reason our Cuban parents used to put it on Friday nights. It never stuck, but then in reruns, Manny became obsessed — and he passed on that obsession to his little brother.

Manny grew up to achieve one of his greatest dreams — to run a Trek show. ENTERPRISE also has a big birthday this year: It’s turning 25!

Pancreatic cancer took Manny from us in 2023, but it did not take his spirit. I think of my brother every time I put pen to paper. He’s the reason I’m a writer, director and a showrunner.

So every year I walk — for Manny, for his family, and for everyone who’s lost someone to this terrible disease. It’s the least I can do.

Once again, I’m joining with Trek Against Pancreatic Cancer to walk in PanCan’s “Purple Stride” on April 25. If you can, please help me raise money to fight back. Your support has been incredible and humbling these past three years, helping make the Trek team #1 in L.A. and #1 in the nation (in our category).

I can’t thank you enough.

Donate via the link in bio and if you can’t, please help spread the word. Share this message or tell anyone you know about PanCAN. Awareness is everything.

Live long, prosper and let’s beat this thing.

support.pancan.org/goto/TrekforManny

#pancreaticcancer #pancan #PurpleStride #WageHope #StarTrek60 #TrekAgainstPancreaticCancer by @cotovino

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I had the privilege of working with Hayden on Heroes Season 4. A total pro who made every scene, every moment, better. May she rest in peace. by @cotovino

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Happy 250th to my country.

The country that took in my exiled parents and gave them the opportunity to thrive.

To the neighbors that gave them a helping hand when they struggled.

To the citizens that helped them build their lives and join their ranks.

To the place where I was born — a place that, through its own epic struggle, gave me the space to dream big and find my voice.

Feliz 250! 🇺🇸 by @cotovino

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Clearly my prayers were heard and answered! Emmie is having a great time at Melina’s Most Excellent Birthday Bash EVER at Coachella- WITH Justin Beiber!!! Have fun, girlies, and stay safe. Lots of love to all of you and a HUGE thank you to (@cotovino) Carlos and (@yadicoto) Yadi Coto for the best Coachella/Melchella party ever! And Justin was real good too! AM I RIGHT??? Can I hear an AMEN! (Thank you, God, for keeping everybody safe ❣️❤️🙏❤️)

#coachella #justinbeiber #emmiecummings #melinacoto #jordynex by @cotovino

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A month ago I journeyed to la isla del encanto and had the privilege of marrying Max and Jess. It was a transformative experience. Sending these two amazing young people on their journey of love is something I will forever cherish. Que viva Max y Jess! taken in Museo Casa Blanca by @cotovino

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💜🖖 This is Star Trek’s Jonathan Frakes, Armin Shimerman, and pancreatic cancer survivor Kitty Swink, along with Juan Carlos Coto, brother of the late Trek producer Manny Coto, discussing the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s annual Purple Stride fundraising walk-a-thon on April 25.

#pancan #pancreaticcancerawareness💜 #pancreaticcancer #startrekfans by @cotovino

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Donald Trump’s de-funding of cancer research is already impacting the development of cures. This is Star Trek’s Jonathan Frakes, Armin Shimerman, and pancreatic cancer survivor Kitty Swink, along with Juan Carlos Coto, brother of the late Trek producer Manny Coto, discussing the importance of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network and its annual Purple Stride fundraising walk-a-thon on April 25.

#pancreaticcancer #pancan #startrekfans by @cotovino

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For the sixth year, Team Trek Against Pancreatic Cancer is boldly returning to #PanCANPurpleStride Los Angeles! 🖖👟

Star Trek legends Armin Shimerman, Jonathan Frakes, John Billingsley and Juan Carlos Coto are joining forces with their fearless crewmate and 22-year #pancreaticcancer survivor, Kitty Swink, on their most vital mission yet: helping patients live long and prosper. 💜

Join them on April 25 as they warp toward accelerating progress for patients! Visit 🔗 purplestride.org/TeamTrek to support the mission or join the crew!

Not in Los Angeles? You can still beam into the action. Register today at 🔗 purplestride.org and stride wherever you are! taken in Los Angeles, California by @cotovino

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