Danny Trejo Learns About His Ancestors' Arduous Journey from Mexico to the U.S.

[@SMcCaskill]

Nothing worse for a kid growing up than having a parent that hates them or is a bully.

[@JNovoa-cu4pv]

He’s in awe of his bisabuelo, but his bisabuelo would be in awe of him. Came from the streets of East Los & became a movie star, but more importantly a great man.

[@aaronegan6504]

a hero

[@KosherWithoutBorders]

Totally true.

[@JasonSmith-sz6pp]

Dranny Trejo has honored his bloodline and family trials with his success.Truly a model for young Hispanics of the future.

[@jodiehighroller9820]

@@juanfgonzalez2039just shut up dude

[@kennethmartinez8731]

The history of Hispanics, come here from Europe on ships with slaves, slaughter indigenous Build an empire from slavery, fail and come to America and pretend to be brown indigenous

[@TerminatedAccount.]

Mexicans*

[@EriBarr]

Isn’t he in trouble for tax fraud?

[@freudenberg101]

​@@EriBarrNo one is safe from the government these days, especially if you speak out as a celebrity.

[@Rita-yw2tn]

This guy is an amazing actor and you can just tell that he’s a good man .

[@jamestaylor3805]

He tells a story about a game of dominos while in jail... he was very close to not being a good man, and that's what makes him special.

[@kbanghart]

​@@jamestaylor3805 we all have baggage of some kind.

[@jamestaylor3805]

@@kbanghart i wasn't implying baggage, but mmmkay.

[@kbanghart]

@@jamestaylor3805 mmmmmm

[@TheLemon333]

@@jamestaylor3805 Baggage=Past. We all have one.

[@samuelsoto5872]

My great grandfather immigrated from San Luis Potosí with all his kids (one of them being my grandmother). They immigrated due to a wave of immigration that had occurred years before (probably the one wave of Danny’s Trejos Ancestors). Many of my great grandparents family members had already immigrated to the USA. However, once my grandmother was an adult she decided to immigrate back to Mexico while some of her siblings decided to stay. My mother and some of her siblings decided to immigrate back to the USA and repeat the story of my ancestors. This is the story of many generations within the Mexican and American border. I am proud of the rich history my kids will own.

[@denisseg9103]

I love this show ❤ as a fellow Mexican American whose grandpa came on foot to give us a better life this made me so emotional

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

Mad respect brother ❤🕺🙏

[@Daniel-yt6sc]

You are American. Mexican American is what white people gave you to make you a foreign person in your land. You are American and white people are euro-American

[@eu8962]

and now you vote for trump yeah yeah

[@Daniel-yt6sc]

@@eu8962 😂

[@Daniel-yt6sc]

@@robles100 well, I guess it’s understandable why you voted for trump and being an immigrant. I don’t think you know much of the bad history of this country that Trump represents. Ignorance is a bliss they say.

[@mkelly534]

I am a big fan of Danny and I am glad he achieved so much success after a rough start

[@larryhullinger4141]

If you ever get a chance I highly suggest eating at Trejo's tacos You won't regret it

[@susieusmaximus5330]

I second that recommendation. The food is delicious and reasonably priced, and the service was lovely, really friendly and kind.

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

Yeah I’m here in Whittier, I’m not far away. In fact I should cruise down this weekend 😎🕺

[@TonyPstunts]

My father is the exact same way. The only emotion he ever showed me was stern contempt, labored and conditional acceptance but both were always second to discipline. Dad always had to exert himself to me and anyone watching. That he was the boss and that his sons are his subordinates. Pop was a wrecking ball, when he thought he was a builder.

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

Yeah bro, I hear you ❤🙏🕺

[@BlazingShackles]

Narcissist like mine.

[@cheuikim3722]

I want to be a builder…thank you for your insight. I hope you are strong today.

[@alicyclicda3566]

tough to grow up w a dad that way.

[@LG-jv3th]

Mine was beyond Evil 👿 & Selfish. It was annoying to listen to his wife’s granddaughter tell me my Bio-Demon bought her Christmas gifts & taught her about life… he Never did that for me. The only thing he did was left me traumatized instead of loved & protected. I did not introduce my children to him, and thank God they have no Memories like I do.

[@luci1474]

My son is 14 and he LOVES Danny, I hope every generation continues to recognize this great actor's talent and kindness.

[@chuniquepaceno470]

People who know something about Mexican history would note that the year in which his grandfather/mother migrated to the US--1918--would make them refugees from the Revolucion de 1910, which was a violent civil war that brought an official end to the Porfiriato and lasted well over 15 years and in which it was estimated that 10% of Mexico's population migrated to the United States...which also coinsides with the percentage of the population that died in the violence, if I recall.

[@jrdardonl]

Fue lo que pensé al escuchar la entrevista, pero con lo último que Vd. menciona no parece cuadrar. ¿Cómo puede igualarse el porcentaje de refugiados con el de las víctimas de la guerra? ¡Aquello no tiene sentido!

[@wea_lodd9961]

@@jrdardonl I think he means that Mexico lost a total of 20% population

[@justicejoycetv]

Thx for this.

[@rherrera4177]

My grandmother and her family came to the US in 1910, she was 10 years old. They were from the state of Durango and claimed Pancho Villa came to her village and she saw him.

[@Victorio-f9y]

Porfidio Diaz ruled for more like 50 years

[@leonardothefabulous3490]

Way back in the 80's, before Danny was known to anyone, my good friend Paul and I had moved from Long Island-New York to West LA and we discovered, then got ourselves a City pass to workout in what we called, "The Pit" which is mistakenly called "Muscle Beach" by most-and Danny, like us was a regular. We got to know him as just one of the other guys who worked out on the beach. SO great to see how far he's come. Bravo Brother!

[@brookeb452]

Danny Trejo has an amazing story himself, and a reminder that we can all find personal redemption in our lives if we seek it ❤

[@napoliansolo7865]

Danny Trejo is a great person.

[@venturefanatic9262]

Danny seems like such a caring guy, sad he had to endure such a rocky start.

[@usnchief1339]

His past is what made him the man he is today

[@khismet]

His rocky start helped to shape him into the brilliant Diamond that he is today. 💎💎💎 He's a one of a kind gem!

[@jobmel-vh2mb]

I don’t care what Race you are, you have to respect him. Danny is a real solid dude. Salute

[@dripphoenix80]

I met Danny at a restaurant a few years ago, he invited me to talk with him and his family at the table. Just the nicest person (and family). Sorry for everything he went through, but happy for the person he became

[@ccramit]

Never be ashamed of where you came from. I am here because I stand on the shoulders of my ancestors. I am not Mexican, but I have a similar story. I want to have children, not to pass on my legacy, but to pass on the legacy of my parents and their parents.

[@egocentric222]

My husband is from San Luis Potosí, we love it there. My Dad was born in San Antonio, so ironic how similar our stories are.

[@alexissanchez5843]

To here hear that his family is from San Luis potosi too is awesome...

[@Astroponicist]

by 44 seconds into the video the two men describe their fathers as kind to others & cold to them. both of the men in the video are well respected & successful.

[@YvonneMendezRealtor]

The sacrifices of ancestors. Danny is so humble ❤.

[@justMe.M]

Dany Trejo, I'm sending you a big hug if you ever see this comment, my dad was the same "farolito de la calle" gives light to others but not you. You gave yourself your own light! By now hopefully you can see that man, as you the adult, and understand him, for your own benefit. God bless you!

[@mrmyth5846]

I love Danny, he’s played some great character roles and bit parts over the years, and it’s good to see him get starring rolls.

[@loveheals1020]

I admire, respect, and look up to you more than anyone thinks, your strength, resilience. To me, you are a HERO.

[@WileChile51]

This was so nice to watch, I teared up more than once! What a cool guy. I can relate to not knowing much about ancestors, it's great to see someone learn about theirs.

[@Eve181dublin]

Was reading about his life, glad he saw him mother later in life. A very tough start, I hope the rest of his life has been happier, I wish him the best, he seems like a good guy.

[@jenniferlyons4150]

My great grandparents lived in a shack when they came from Mexico. My great grandfather worked on the railroad line. Their sons all served in the US Army and survived WWII and Korean War. All her kids supported my great grandmother, they had 6 sons and 2 daughters! 😊

[@Monica183-h3g]

Awesome story of overcoming obstacles but made me cry to hear Danny’s relationship with his Dad that’s very heartbreaking 😢 You’re an awesome man Mr Trejo still have a positive attitude Sir! ♥️💪🏻

[@Danny-fs1hk]

Danny Trejo! Thanks for this outstanding content, Dr Gates!

[@lisabowers2197]

Very sweet story, it makes me/ you understand what our elders went through to get us here. Thanks to the patriarchs and matriarchs that paved the way for US

[@D.Salazar]

Living vicariously through Trejo's family roots back to Mexico 🇲🇽 ❤

[@royallion3925]

That’s is awesome Danny roots are from cedral San Luis Potosí, I have family that still live there to this day and it’s a small but growing town!

[@josebravo5125]

Mr. Danny Trejo is an LA legend. A real OG vato that knew the struggle.

[@mitmitization]

It’s interesting how we don’t seem to give our ancestors enough credit but what they went through just to migrate to the USA 🇺🇸, is nothing short of a miracle! 🙏 🌎🙏

[@ireneguzman6898]

I watched the segment and was enlightened. I didn't know all this information about him. Very interesting. I found this segment by accident but I am so glad I found it and watched it. Very proud of him!

[@darkangel_1978]

I love Danny Trejo. I'm meeting him next month, and I can't wait.

[@soniaweakley6126]

I guess many of our Mexican Ancestors followed the same path…. My Great Grandparents came From San Luis Potosí and Monterrey. We are San Antonianos en Texas❤

[@D.Salazar]

"Danny's parents had a tumultuous relationship" The beginning to every Mexican relationship 😘 Excited to watch, would love to see more Mexican ancestry stories 😍

[@avlanche7777]

Such an awesome actor! Doing your ancestors proud man.👍

[@2KADz]

Tragic Stories, but BEAUTIFUL..!! Everyone Alive today..NEED TO REALIZE... GOD HAD A HAND IN THEM BEING HERE...

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

I’m a Chicano dude from L.A.. I find it interesting that Danny’s father was distant from him, but warm with family friends kid’s and family member’s kids. My grandfather was similar with his kids. I don’t know if it’s a Chicano thing or perhaps a generational thing. My mom and her siblings were raised here in Los Angeles. Boyle Heights and Lincoln Heights. My grandfather was old school and my mom’s generation were considered “pocho”. Anyway, peace from a dude from L.A.🕺😎❤️

[@margaretcastellano3167]

Not all Chicano fathers are like that. I have a funny, easy going, loving, happy Dad.

[@jonathanaldecoa1099]

@@margaretcastellano3167 no disrespect young lady. You’re correct, we all grow up different. My brother is a a good father and I’m sure your pops is awesome too. Peace sister 😎❤️🕺

[@mariarivera806]

My grandfather was born in 1865, my father in 1910, my grandmother came to USA in 1925, my mother was born that Yr, but my grandmother didn’t like the United States and left back to Mexico, then my mother grew up, she married and it went bad, my grandmother told them that she was from America, it’s a long story, back to my father, I think we are over 2,000 strong today, Covid messed up the reunion, But it’s coming soon!

[@nissaforyou]

Danny we love you, and you are a TRUE fighter of life. You are a true miracle of life. My dad hated me too, every word I had to say had to be thought of very carefully if not it would be horrific.

[@eu8962]

Im full blood mexican and my grandma was born in texas then moved back to mexico and had all her children in mexico, this decisions changed all of our lifes....

[@melissamorton1282]

Danny Trejo is an absolute legend. I appreciate him so much. He is what makes America ❤

[@bohemianclub9550]

Amazing story on what he's ancestors were and what he is nowadays....he is a great guy 👍

[@daniel.j9062]

The Man the Myth and the Legendary Danny Trejo 🙌 🫶

[@gguzmanrico]

These are good hombres! Thank you Danny.

[@lauramunoz-bottini]

this whole series is amazing!!! What an inspiration!

[@skylerkey1126]

Danny Trejo deserves closure I'm glad he has something now. HE DESERVES IT!

[@amanhilldcmoviesseries1673]

this dude is amazing continue to heal

[@lulumoon6942]

Definitely takes a lifetime. 🙏

[@amnhllco]

@@lulumoon6942 yep

[@jfk64kennedy95]

I've read about Trejo's life journey, it would make a great movie, imo..

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE DANNY TREJO😍😍😍😍😍

[@jordan7590]

I want to give this man a hug

[@NubianNarrator]

A truly beautiful human ❤

[@eliasdecasas6838]

Bonita historia...Viva Danny Trejo...

[@karenagundez1074]

WHERE CAN I WATCH THIS FULL EPISODE OF DANNY TREJO

[@CNNWANNABE]

Wow! He comes from greatness!

[@guysabol8743]

danny is one heck agood actor of his ownright..blessing to you danny.. Machete~! ~!

[@mrwhitefolks1211]

Love danny ❤❤❤. Its alot he wears on his sleeve...👍👍

[@markrich3271]

Danny's mother was beautiful.

[@thegeneral7043]

My family traveled halfway around the globe to get hear. I'd say that was arduous.

[@scootertramp4355]

Robbed somebody. That sums up Danny Trejo in one short sentence. He doesn't pull his punches and he freely admits where he started from.

[@jeshuaavila1620]

Thats cool my mom is from san luis potosi i been there a few times.

[@gerardomorales5214]

Hard worker mexican really strong faith on his journey not every one make it real.

[@ramco6555]

No puedo escribir de manera correcta el idioma Inglés, pero el ejemplo de Danny Trejo es el ejemplo de muchos mexicanos que emigraron de su País de origen, para trabajar muy duro y conseguir una vida más digna para si y su familia.Mi admiración para el Sr. Trejo.

[@TSC-hr7ir]

Powerful Actor Danny Trejo ❤

[@mariasiburt1755]

I ADMIRE DANNY TREJO SO MUCH!....HE IS A GREAT ACTOR....I CALL HIM MACHETE!

[@24hen1985]

Watching these videos gives me hope to find out where i come from

[@raybustos4987]

You know his face is so iconic that it's the face of L.A. Besides Andre the Giant.

[@kimwilliams1402]

He is a great actor

[@jennylee9278]

Our dad would do that to us. He'd give kids that live around us quarters (housing project). I noticed he would make eye contact with one of us like he was taunting us. I still have conflicted feelings about him and I'm 68 years old.

[@vanessagreenlee5618]

Danny Trejo,is a great actor,I enjoyed his performances in the 1995 movie desperado,1996 movie till dusk till dawn,1998 till dusk till dawn Texas blood money,till dusk till dawn,the hangman's daughter,1999,Halloween,2007.

[@JustMeeee369]

@0:31 "Street angel - house devil" 🛣️😇 🏚️👿 😥

[@areiaaphrodite]

Danny's mother was gorgeous ❤

[@Madmun357]

2:34 BTW, that's not anywhere near San Luis Potosi. Saguaro cactus are in the Sonoran desert. Mexican immigrants have ALWAYS had it tough coming to the US. They're a hearty bunch.

[@guykruse6262]

my thoughts exactly.

[@TexasRivermedic]

My grandmother chopped wood back about the same time in east Texas for $0.10 a day. Rent was $3.00 a month

[@papagato5148]

That is very interesting

[@angelacruseo8767]

My family also immigrated on foot to this country

[@mrblue8439]

Met him in 2023 very nice guy. Showed him my St. Michael tattoo, he said "Oh man, God bless you."

[@BobF510]

I love the depth of this material. I’ve encountered a book with similar themes that was transformative. "Temporal Echoes: Amelia's Odyssey Through Ancestral Shadows" by Vivian Rosewood

[@Saintjaye]

Wish they would of kept going, Danny is an Echo Park native - as am I

[@LukeO870]

"Con Animo"...💪

[@pamparker4047]

his story is heartbreaking

[@Iziireal]

His step mother has a very rich history as well.

[@charlesyniguez2392]

My grandma was from the Texas region to from Mexico yakie Indians Sonora that's kool from the early 1900s she would be just lil younger than than Danny's grandfather

[@paulsmallriver6066]

That was two treasures sitting in that room together

[@ericestrada2634]

Dang Danny's grandpa was ten minutes away from my greatgrandfathers in Mexico

[@Monk-vj9ib]

AYEEE THATS SO COOL, LAREDO ON THIS IS SO COOL

[@bigjorge863]

He needs his own Biopic by a huge studio not a low budget studio.

[@elyaqui5324]

"Rob Somebody,hahaha" "as the host gives a nervous laugh he has his hands under the Table trying to take off his watch and put it in his pocket"

[@luism.5999]

The best love is to show no love. It rowls up the emotions of a kid and makes him think to not be like his dad, therefore bringing the best out of him. It's a sort of Spartan like society within the family. Still in practice today. Lol.

[@kevinyoung947]

Running water at that time was a rarity for anyone, teepees didnt have any of those things either my great grandfather came down Mexico as well at about that time, remember those conditions were bad but better then Mexico which is obvious as they send for more family after getting here, same as the Irish

[@StarOfHala]

Im from San Luis Potosì too

[@adamuzumaki98]

Hey, you Umberto?

[@TenekTech]

El bisabuelo Cirilo Garay de San Luis Potosí ❤️🇲🇽

[@SebastianOliva]

This cut way too short

[@bernadettecrawford3656]

Sad for Dannys hes a great actor

[@alezandradavila2581]

Wow

[@aob4585]

Loved the show, concerned at Danny's facial droop.