MJ Rodriguez stars as Blanca Evangelista, Billy Porter as Pray Tell, and Indya Moore as Angel Evangelista in FX’s ballroom drama ‘Pose‘.
Main cast
- Blanca EvangelistaMj Rodriguez1–3Main
- Pray TellBilly Porter1–3Main
- Angel EvangelistaIndya Moore1–3Main
- Damon RichardsRyan Jamaal Swain1–3Main
- Elektra Abundance (née Wintour)Dominique Jackson1–3Main
- Ricky EvangelistaDyllón Burnside1–3Main
- Lulu FerocityHailie Sahar1–3Main
- Candy Ferocity (née Johnson)Angelica Ross1–2Main
Supporting cast
- Blanca Rodriguez-Evangelista (younger, flashbacks)Kendra Onodera1Supp
- Esteban Martinez (Elektra’s boyfriend)Johnny Sibilly1Supp
- Matt Bromley (Christian activist)James Van Der Beek1–2Supp
- Dr. Gottfried (Pray Tell’s doctor)Jack Mizrahi3Supp
Guest & voice
- Frederica Norman (rich socialite)Patti LuPone2Guest
- Joe Exotic (cameo as himself, archival footage)Joe Exotic2Guest
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About this cast
Set in the New York ballroom scene of the late 1980s and early 1990s, ‘Pose’ follows the lives of LGBTQ+ and BIPOC individuals navigating love, ambition, and survival. The series is celebrated for its groundbreaking portrayal of trans and queer characters, featuring the largest cast of transgender actors in regular roles on a scripted series.
FAQs
Who plays Blanca in Pose?
Blanca Evangelista is played by Mj Rodriguez, who won a Golden Globe for her performance in 2020.
Who plays Pray Tell in Pose?
Pray Tell is played by Billy Porter, who won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2019.
Is Pose based on a true story?
‘Pose’ is a fictional drama created by Steven Canals, inspired by the real New York ballroom scene and the lives of its participants, but it is not a direct adaptation of any single person’s story.
How many seasons of Pose are there?
There are three seasons of ‘Pose’, airing from 2018 to 2021 on FX.
What streaming service has Pose UK?
In the UK, ‘Pose’ is available to stream on Netflix UK and also available on BBC iPlayer (the first season originally aired on BBC Two).
Sources & where to watch: Wikipedia · IMDb · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026