Wilmer Valderrama Releases Memoir on That '70s Show

In his memoir 'An American Story: Everyone’s Invited', Wilmer Valderrama reflects on his experiences filming 'That ’70s Show' and his friendly rivalry with co-star Ashton Kutcher. The sitcom, which aired from 1998 to 2006, featured Valderrama as Fez and Kutcher as Michael Kelso, and the two developed a competition to elicit the biggest laughs from the audience on the first take. Valderrama praised Kutcher's intelligence and dedication to acting, noting that both actors came to set well-prepared. They referred to themselves as the 'two-takers,' emphasizing their goal to perfect the first laugh before having fun with subsequent takes. Valderrama also shared insights about his journey to landing the role amid fierce competition during auditions. The memoir additionally touches on Valderrama's immigrant experience and the impact of culture in America.