Danny Trejo Makes Agua Fresca and Danger Dogs with Stephen Colbert

Actor, restaurateur and cookbook author Danny Trejo teaches Stephen how to make two recipes from his new cookbook, “Trejo’s Cantina,” which is available everywhere now. Learn how to make Danny Trejo’s Danger Dogs at qrco.de/dannyt....
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Stephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to THE LATE SHOW with STEPHEN COLBERT, the #1 show in late night, where he talks with an eclectic mix of guests about what is new and relevant in the worlds of politics, entertainment, business, music, technology and more. Featuring bandleader Louis Cato and “THE LATE SHOW band,” the Peabody Award-winning and Emmy Award-nominated show is broadcast from the historic Ed Sullivan Theater. Stephen Colbert took over as host, executive producer and writer of THE LATE SHOW on Sept. 8, 2015.

[@christopherarreola9066]

The first time I saw Danny Trejo in person was when he showed up to my Narcotics Anonymous meeting, it was my first attempt wanting to get sober so I had to go up and get a welcome chip when they announced if there was any newcomers to the meeting. When I stood up, I could hear his voice cheering me on. He’s a great human being. To my knowledge, not many celebrities would show up to an NA meeting after getting sober. A memorable experience.

[@deftones8717]

That’s awesome bro! Says a lot about him.. most celebrities let the fame get to their heads and would feel like they’re too superior to attend meetings with us regular folk. He obviously doesn’t forget where he came from and doesn’t hide his past. But yeah, more importantly, congratulations to you on your sobriety man! I too am in recovery. Spent nearly half my life as a slave to heroin and crack.. I wouldn’t wish addiction on my worst enemy. I am so grateful that I didn’t wake up this morning to an instantaneous, dreadful feeling of impending doom.. utter hopelessness… contemplating suicide… and knowing I have to face another day of scheming, lying, and stealing in order to get my fix and not be sick. Just 6 years ago I was sleeping on subways in Harlem, waking up with crowds of “normal” people surrounding me, in their suits and ties, commuting to work.. and I felt like a complete loser.. looking totally emaciated, dirty, and disheveled.. I envied them so much… but instead of going to work, I would go to steal sh!t and panhandle. In and out of jail constantly, and countless institutions. What a life! Danny Trejo lived a similar lifestyle.. that’s why he’s so real and down to earth. He has lived on both sides of the tracks, and he must feel incredibly grateful to have turned his life around to such an extent, and to have achieved so much success and wealth. Gives guys like us hope. Cuz though I’ve been clean for several years now, I’m still really struggling with depression, and I haven’t achieved financial stability and success regarding a career. I am still lost and am learning how to live and function like normal people do. Responsibility isn’t exactly my strong suit. I’m working on it though… but I need to stop dwelling on what I don’t have, and be grateful for what I do have, and for the fact that I am no longer a slave to drugs. Anyway, sorry for the rant and for making it about myself.. just needed to vent a bit I guess. I hope you are doing well in your recovery bro!

[@dee_dee_place]

I love that he serves non-alcoholic drinks at his restaurant. My Sister & I are both Diabetic, & it is a pain in the arse trying to explain to people WHY we don't drink alcohol. I started telling people I was a recovering alcoholic just so that they would stop saying, "One drink won't kill you." I told my Sister what I was doing & she started saying the same thing. It's no one's business WHY you don't drink alcohol.

[@myrafinch5769]

@@deftones8717 That's so wonderful! Congrat on your 6 years!! Please continue with your attitude of gratitude! Every day is a gift we should cherish. I'm so happy for you!! One day at a time!! 👍🤗❤️

[@Baribrotzer]

Well, remember: Danny was a late bloomer in the acting biz. Before that, he was a hoodlum, then a convict and boxer, then an extra and consultant, then finally an actor. He was never the golden boy. He probably never forgets where he came from, and what astounding luck he has had.

[@deftones8717]

@@myrafinch5769 thank you so much for your kind words. I don’t know why I randomly typed such a long, personal comment earlier..and I know it comes off as a bit unhinged.. but for some reason, occasionally I just use the comment section to vent.. I never expect anyone to actually read my long ramblings, and unfortunately if/when someone does reply, it’s usual someone talking sh!t about addicts, or addiction in general, or just being cruel for absolutely no reason. This world is real messed up sometimes.. especially online, where people feel safe and free to express their true feelings. A lot of judgement and hatred in this world. I say all this to say, that it’s nice and refreshing when a kind person such as yourself comes around. Thank you for your support and compassion! Also, AGAIN I type an entire essay! 😆 I type fast and don’t even realize it! sorry!!

[@peterjonas4971]

Danny is an American treasure. I'm almost two years sober, and he's been an inspiration.

[@007Julie]

Congratulations!! Keep it up, even though we don’t know you we are proud of you! You deserve all the happiness in the world, God bless.

[@peterjonas4971]

@@007Julie Many thanks!

[@RustyAShackleford]

Keep walking the line brother! I'm going on 4 years myself here pretty soon, and if I can do it, YOU can CRUSH it!!!

[@RequiemJr]

It's hard. I've been thinking about quitting for awhile but man it's hard.

[@peterjonas4971]

@@RequiemJr I know. I have been in AA for nearly two years, and I can tell you with all my heart, sobriety is just a much more peaceful and even joyous time. God bless you. I hope you do it. Hell, if I can get sober, anyone can.

[@cleverusername9369]

Danny Trejo is a legend. A tough guy with a heart of gold. I admire his joyful spirit.

[@JS-yg6nv]

I’ve met Danny Trejo and can confirm he’s the exact same person off camera. Just an absolutely delightful human!

[@jayrobram55]

Danny is not only triple OG.... He Is A Icon for the Raza ... He is so Humble

[@77Creation]

The brothas love him too. ✊🏽

[@peterjonas4971]

Que Viva!

[@alysiareid6659]

He is amazing ❤

[@MothGirl007]

I also think he is a great representative of Los Angeles - the real Los Angeles and not the fake one depicted in bad movies and on Instagram.

[@JamesFaction]

he is a fucking GOD among men.

[@lindagraham178]

Danny is a national treasure

[@tomsenft7434]

This was fun to watch, but it made no sense.

[@JamesFaction]

yes he is. He's also the finest example of how a REAL MAN should be.

[@JamesFaction]

@@tomsenft7434 it made perfect sense. What did you find hard to understand about good food and kindness?

[@FloydGirl51]

@@JamesFaction LOVE how you put this!!!!

[@adamakoroma1611]

He truly is.

[@Monika-mh2je]

Danny's giggle is contagious thank you for that.😂

[@josephtwining752]

I’ve always loved Danny Trejo. His life story is so inspirational. He is the exact opposite of the characters he plays in movies, but when he was young he was exactly like those characters. What a redemption story.

[@mayamckenna]

I appreciate the non alcoholic options and then Colbert saying it's no one's business to know why they don't drink.

[@ezeedrummer3922]

78 years OMG (he looks like 60)...... Wish i look like that at that age, Love Danny.... what a great guy!

[@edwardfletcher7790]

That's unbelievable 😲

[@pandorafox3944]

Danny Trejo is a treasure. During the height of the pandemic, he used his food trucks to go to hospitals in and around LA to feed hospital workers. And participated regularly. A lovely man. 💚💜 Also, his food and donuts are delicious 😊

[@queeffersthrlnd1620]

too bad hiss food and restaurant are over priced shit, as someone who is mexican his cooking ain it.

[@MothGirl007]

He's awesome!

[@Jassie411]

I didn't know much about him personally before this, and I guess I still don't just from one interview. But you're right, he is a treasure. He's got such a good energy and he seems like he legitimately just wants to make people happy. I love that. He might be one of the most wholesome celebrities we have left now that Betty White has passed away.

[@kingeleven3820]

And he saved a child from a turnt over vehicle

[@MerrrryBeth]

A thug that hugs 🎉I love it!❤

[@marthamiller-plumb1059]

Mr. Trejo is amazing. I’m so fortunate to have met him recently after a talk he gave. I’m a fan, now!

[@vmwindustries]

Danny is good vibes. Amazing how much he turned his life around. From hard-core criminal to actor, not retire and have a bunch of taco restaurants, selling his cook books. If only life could be so kind to us all. Hard work in the right areas is great for us all.

[@cburkhardt]

"...I used to be a thug, now I just hug." And he follows it up hugging. Redemption is a wonderful thing.🙂

[@dubginkxx]

Im a Double felon, look rough around the edges but...I'm all bout that HUG LIFE now...I can relate soo much

[@007Julie]

The HUG life is the best! Keep it up.

[@RustyAShackleford]

All respect from me to you!

[@rogerortega5254]

Ay man, I do not doubt you man. We live in extremely rough times where you just wish you could change the world. Being respectful is one way.

[@ravenlunatic1177]

Love Danny! Always been a fan. Love seeing this side of him. If I ever get back to LA, I’ll definitely check out his restaurant. I would absolutely love to see more segments like this with him.

[@greginfante7532]

Aaawwwww... Danny is such a beautiful man. The world needs people like this. Make Tacos, Not War!. ¡Viva La Revolucion!..

[@kaspinet]

He's so endearing! I would love a Danny Trejo hug.

[@gh5208]

Loved this food enthusiast and non-ageism segment ! As refreshing as the watermelon coolie ! And yummy!

[@jonrmang]

So great to see two of my favorite people being so entertaining at the same time, but of course!

[@willtheangrydudeist9120]

A hug from Danny Trejo.... LUCKYYYYYY!!!!!!!!!

[@pamlacooper3288]

I love your giggle Danny

[@dblanco77]

Imagine a show with Danny Trejo and Guillermo from Jimmy Kimmel's show. I think it would be funny funny with lots of heart!

[@stevepatrickjarvis]

I have to agree that does seem like a good idea and they even have a similar laugh.

[@sukidawter]

National treasure Danny Trejo!! ❤

[@de6212]

Danny was on an episode of Finding Your Roots this season, tracing his family history. Good episode

[@jonrmang]

I live in LA but for those of you who don't if ever you come to LA one of Danny Trejo's restaurants is a must! They're the best!

[@NewMessage]

I never thought I'd enjoy a cooking segment that wasn't a thinly veiled drinking segment... but here we are. That was great!

[@andrewulanowski4190]

Danny Trejo is amazing!

[@marshallboice4629]

Danny has an infectious laugh. 😅

[@ministerjosepallanes2226]

Okay… being Mexican from Southern AZ, that “Danger Dog” is actually called a “Sonoran Hotdog” and it’s packed with good stuff!

[@Pyrexis]

If you haven't read his memoir Trejo you need to. He's truly lived a fascinating life.

[@katherinebourdiline7521]

I never realized how wholesome Danny Trejo is.

[@OrangePoppy-js6qe]

He has a good heart and he loves dogs.🐶

[@BestFitSquareChannel]

Stephen is kind, generous... attuned to his guests like no other... best wishes Danny.. love you Stephen... thank you.

[@monicarose2135]

“Number 1 on Yikes!” 😂

[@safriedrich1631]

Trejo's story is really an iconic rags to riches.. he's an inspriation to all and it began with hard work and being honest to yourself.

[@margaretpeabody243]

Danny is totally filled with spirit and having infectious fun with Stephen. How about his wholehearted chuckle?

[@JonnyDIY]

Cool guy, saw him give a commencement speech at a friend's graduation once 💕👍 He's had an interesting life

[@dbone3356]

Machete is a seriously underrated movie.

[@oscarthomas9130]

I have always been a huge fan of Mr Trejo for so many reasons. He's such a versatile actor but more importantly a genuinely down to earth person who understands the importance of the golden rule and showing appreciation for his good fortune by making the world a better place. Danny I really love you my brother. I have no doubt you will clear the gates of heaven with ease !!! 😇

[@saltyspirateden]

I was lucky enough to meet Sr D Trejo about 25 years ago, he was too cool, I'll never forget it

[@nannerz1994]

He's a good person, Hollywood needs more people like him

[@julia0c3anchild72]

HE’S WAY MORE ADORABLE THAN HE SHOULD BE. ❤❤❤❤

[@abbynormal3068]

El Machete knows food!! ❤ More to add to the legend that is Danny Trejo!!

[@Nigglebaun]

Love me some murder food.

[@DanielThureskog]

Danny loves to showing off his culinary chops. ;)

[@Machistmo]

Danny is compassion. We love him. I expected more from Colbert here.

[@a.d.c.398]

Danny seems like a really cool, crazy fun uncle and grandpa in one.

[@SwisstedChef2018]

I love Danny Trejo, he comes a long long way, good for him, bravo Amigo

[@IsaDesOsiers]

I love Danny Trejo! He is fascinating on screen and off.

[@michaellomeli8096]

Happy Birthday Danny. Wow 79. Thank You For All You Do.

[@tommyt1971]

Trejo’s gotta be a hell of a fun guy in the kitchen of his restaurant - I can imagine him laughing constantly while coaching his staff. That damn laugh has to be totally intoxicating.

[@normairisflores3641]

I love Danny, an example of resilience 👋🏽👋🏽👋🏽

[@jeanneratterman]

Between Rachel and Danny i am in laughing heaven! Just them laughing makes me laugh! Great morning for me! (6:30 a.m.)

[@lilivonshtup3808]

From this day forward in my house, the afore mentioned rating website will be called Yikes!

[@lightingwaffle7204]

Can we get more Danny please I love danny

[@ajnormandgroome]

He is so funny. So talented

[@jrbship]

If you don’t know Danny, you might think he’s celebrating 420 a little bit today

[@carleenmulloy481]

Love Danny ❤️

[@mariepanimdim4303]

I knew Danny Trejo from the late 80’s -1990s back in the day from Venice Beach he was always the coolest❤

[@leavingitblank9363]

7:48 Stephen starts slowly backing away...

[@hazelzworld]

bring Danny back for an interview AND a cooking segment - a whole hour of Danny!!

[@mcortes2733]

Ese chiflido! 👏🏼

[@mostly_insane2291]

Much respect to Mr. Trejo.

[@MothGirl007]

This man make me proud to be a native Angeleno.

[@armandoangelreyes2046]

Trejo has been blessed and his has worked on it.

[@kalijaheyolya-ralph9944]

I absolutely love Danny Trejo he is one of a kind and he's just so genuine that he is a true national treasure!

[@yurielcundangan9090]

Everyone of ya'll agrees that Colbert conversation made our day:

[@kurtrosenbaum2234]

Danny Trejo is a National TREASURE!!!! Bless this man!!!

[@JamesFaction]

part of how you keep going at 78 is by eating GOOD FOOD goddamn I love Danny Trejo what an absolutely decent human being. He makes everything look good, he makes everyone around him look good.

[@treboy63]

Man I grew up with Danny Trejo watching blood in blood out and his realness comes through the screen bk then and I love to see my Gente on frkn Colbert doing big things 💯 Mr Trejo

[@Nigglebaun]

Love me some Danny.

[@MrLimebomb]

The world needs more Trejo and more Good Vibes! Love one another and have a great day!

[@anhtunguyen6818]

Man i love seeing Danny getting the recognition he deserve

[@crittermama]

Danny Trejo is such a joy. He turned his life around and is such a sweetheart. I cannot believe he's 78. Wow.

[@jes5918]

I could watch a whole series of this! Wonderful segment!!❤❤❤

[@NewMessage]

Watermelon and Fresca? My Mom used to make us that after soccer practice! Hers definitely had alcohol in it though.

[@Seldomane]

Gotta love the humble coming back from the brink life story of Danny's. Love that man!

[@The_R-n-I_Guy]

Danny Trejo is awesome

[@shepshape2585]

Just another example that people can and do change for the better sometimes. Danny was about as bad as they come back in the day, but for years now he has helped a lot of people, made a successful career out of acting, and has really been a good example for other ex cons.

[@negano5654]

Danny Trejo, one of the nicest tough dudes in Hollywood. If you help someone, if you give it back, you can change like Danny did. I am still waiting for Machete in Space 😂

[@vdavis4785]

In addition to everything else wonderful about Danny Trejo, he is a genuine hero. He helped to extricate a special needs child from an overturned car.

[@pikeyMcBarkin]

such a great interview.

[@davidlane256]

There’s a place near hot springs called Coleman where you can buy a scoop of dirt and sift through it all day and get lots of crystals.

[@plyric]

Absolutely adorable! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@rebeccasmith5287]

Love this man, read his book!

[@Dao4deuce]

Danny Trejo, what a guy!! Highly recommend listening to his interview on Marc Maron's WTF podcast.

[@paulnolan4971]

What a Lovely Latino Legend man

[@studio1127]

Danny's laugh IS all that! 🥰😄😅

[@StephanoJayP]

❤ Danny Trejo!!

[@lazyperfectionist1]

6:30 "I wanna point out to everybody that you're _78_ years old. Do you get a body like that by eating bacon-wrapped hot dogs?" "Naw, Stephen. You gotta _deep-fry_ 'em, _too."_

[@FO_Biggles]

Cripes, that was fun!

[@mariepanimdim4303]

A Thug that hugs I got teary-eyed ❤ I have a tendency and reputation for being super tough and angry. I am Irish Mexican German Italian Portuguese he gives me hope that I can take it down a notch and not react instantly when people piss me off like my boss did yesterday😂 I spared him 🙏 namaste’

[@JamesClarkeTheSecondTake]

DANNY TREJO IS A LEGEND!! 78 YEARS YOUNG.

[@joseramirez2310]

Colbert’s never eaten a Sonoran/LA dog? I thought he was cultured

[@earthknight60]

He's an East Coast guy. Good guy, but different food culture.

[@DrDespicable]

He's cultured - like buttermilk.

[@LindaC616]

​@@earthknight60well, Southern and East Coast by way of the Midwest, but yeah, seems to be missing the western experience

[@timothyclark-sl4il]

Senore Trejo is a national treasure! He gives me faith in humanity.

[@joette5333]

my RICK AND MORTY favorite !

[@naujaral2131]

Danny trejo wow, he's been in so many movies, he's become a Hpollywood institution, i always thought he was really tall, great entertaining segment Mr. Colbert!!

[@jayrobram55]

I Know exactly how Danny went from Thug to want to give hugs... I grew up in the system but good people godly people will always be no 2 face

[@mariekastler5391]

Danny is Da Bomb!

[@ChipCain]

Actual legend.