This is a personal reflection, not news, but it's a warm look back at one of the actor's most memorable roles.

• Dante Basco marks the 35th anniversary of his role as Rufio, noting he's now lived longer as the character than before taking it on.
• Friends tied to the production have reached out about anniversary screenings and celebrations.
• He calls the role a highlight of his more than 40 years as an actor.
• He sees Rufio as especially meaningful to a generation of Asian-American viewers who rarely saw themselves represented in that kind of role.

Outlook: Expect more anniversary screenings and retrospective interviews around the milestone this year.