What We Do in the Shadows, is the first queer Latinx actor nominated in his category at the Critics’ Choice Awards.Guillén is competing in Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series.
Notably, the category has a majority of out competitors; Guillén will vie against Daniel Levy (Schitt’s Creek), Alex Newell (Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist), and Andrew Rannells (Black Monday).
Guillén's Shadows costar Mark Proksch and William Fichtner (Mom) are also up for the award."It is an absolute honor to be the first queer Latinx Critics' Choice nominee as a Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series," Guillén told The Advocate. "My hope is that this path becomes one more traveled as we continue to take steps forward in creating a more inclusive industry for all..