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Danny Trejo


Danny Trejo

Danny Trejo is ex-convict turned movie star tough guy. You may have seen him in a number of Quentin Tarantino films. Trejo, however, is best known for starring as Machete in 'Machete.'

About Danny Trejo

Known for: Being the street-hardened tough guy in many movies, and starring in 'Machete.'

Danny Trejo is an American actor from Los Angeles whose distinctive looks earned him dozens of TV and film roles, and whose acting has made him one of Hollywood’s hardest working action stars.

Danny Trejo grew up in Los Angeles and in his youth became involved in drugs and crime. While serving time in prison he became a talented boxer and also overcame his drug problem. After his release in 1985, while working helping others overcome their drug issues, he was asked to take a role on the film Runaway Train.’ Since then he has appeared in between 2 and 12 projects a year, usually playing a tough guy or convict, although he has taken some good guy roles.

Trejo has appeared in many notable films including 'Desperado,' 'From Dusk till Dawn,' 'Con Air,' 'Spy Kids,' 'Anchorman: The legend of Ron Burgundy,' and 'Grindhouse.' In 2010 he had his greatest year, starring in 'Predators,' 'The Expendables,' and as Machete in the movie 'Machete.'

Trejo has also appeared on TV shows such as Monk,’ Burn Notice,’ and The Young and the Restless.’ He also lent his voice to several famous video games, such as Grand Theft Auto,’ and Def Jam: Fight for NY.’ The 2005 film, 'Champion' is a documentary based on the difficult life and career of Danny Trejo.

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