The new "Dora the Explorer" series has been renewed for a second season. Why it matters: Dora debuted in 2000 as the first Latina leading character in a children's show. Since then, the number of ...

In response, she noted her fan base experience when taking on the role of the explorer: “Dora. Dora had me in a chokehold. I was so scared. Maybe it’s because of my personal connection to her ...