• Jesse Williams stars in Prime Video's new series "Hotel Costiera," set in Positano, Italy. • Williams told Business Insider that after "Grey's Anatomy," he has a checklist of criteria for taking roles. • His criteria include positive representation and learning something new.
Millions of viewers fell in love with Jesse Williams via his portrayal of Dr. Jackson Avery on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy." But choosing his first starring television role post-"Grey's" came with high expectations. Thankfully, Williams had a list of criteria to help guide him.
At the New York City premiere party for his newest series, Prime Video's new dramedy "Hotel Costiera," Williams told Business Insider that a prerequisite for any show he signs on to is that it "doesn't harm Black folks," and is "a positive re