Richard Cabral's Journey as Hector Tontz on American Crime

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Emmy Nominee, Richard Cabral, talks about his journey on American Crime. With interviews from John Ridley and Michael McDonald.

[@kajcsapapa]

he has been a gangster rapper for years, and now that he's an actor he's doing the same thing but in a different way, expressing himself. Keep going Richard, I wish your success continues man.

[@FederalManuel]

If you dislike Richards transformation in the work he's doing, then you don't see change in anything in life. Mad respect.

[@dmartinez1381]

Manuel Vazquez fuck what anybody thinks or say big homie took a step that not alot take much love n respect for the homie real recognize real

[@rayhernandez3269]

Orale

[@gage4g]

I really like this guy. I knew there had to be a story behind his acting. He's amazing.

[@bkmartinez123]

Exactly. It's like you can feel the trauma.

[@cecimartinez1777]

RICHARD IS AS REAL AS IT THEY COME.. HIS ACTING TALENT IS REAL ,GENUINE... RICHARD COMO DECIA MI MADRE..."LA ARTISTA SE NACE NO SE HACE" BLESSINGS TO U RICARDO ❤

[@davidkosa]

Mr. Cabral was the most impressive actor in the first season and his character was mesmerizing. I am happy for his accomplishments.

[@joseavila5040]

People don’t realize there’s a lot of good people in the barrio they just don’t get that chance cuz people r always judging scared that just cuz we’re bald and have tattoos don’t mean we’re evil people props to this homie

[@adolfogabriel2460]

Few people will understand and can relate to this guy. He is a true inspiration

[@alexsanchez3635]

God Bless this Man,He made it out of his Struggle ,and I can see the pain that he went through in His acting, Congratulations Homie you Deserve it.

[@trillxfizzy]

His performance really got me😭 a real actor right there. Doesn't surprise me to hear he had the same past as Hector. Those are the best type of actors.

[@NoName-tp8yy]

His emotions during the interview❣️❣️ Omg!! It made me cry.

[@JaneDoe-em7zi]

Richard, you have the biggest heart! We love you! ❤🇲🇽

[@derrickmugume]

This was one hell of a season. Fell in love with his character before finding out about his past. And I think someone should stop cutting onions right now

[@Cube_Ernator1077]

Richard: You are a passionate, brilliant Actor! Loved your work in Mayans MC and I look forward to seeing you grow as an artist and public speaker-Much Respect, man! Greetings from Australia-you have a growing Fan base, out here!!!

[@JaneDoe-em7zi]

He is such a phenomenal actor!! Please give Richard more dramatic rolls like this!!! He makes you believe his character every time and he actually makes you feel like you're on the character's journey with them. ❤🤗

[@kathylucas1129]

I was so mesmerized by his talent and how he bares his soul through his characters.

[@Haztlen]

Dude, I can't help but tear up with him

[@mr.8999]

same

[@MrNewtowner13]

This foo was my enemy before. Real shit though I salute his change of life. Can't knock that

[@jobdoneright5934]

MrNewtowner13 LA oh shut the hell up

[@facehunter504]

MrNewtowner13 LA that’s wild.. I betcha he was a fool in them streets

[@xLiLtEmPeR]

Looks like he's doing worse than from what he started

[@SuperCabrito14]

Fuck gangs

[@mr.8999]

@@SuperCabrito14 exactly

[@amyevans1118]

He brings tears to my eyes and touches my soul because I do know. I'm grateful he made it out and continues to move forward and do great in his life.

[@blancamendez4490]

He has heart and lots of emotion that comes thru the camera ..respect for him getting out and making something of himself.💖

[@kenyaolvera3892]

Bro i love this guy and he has the talent to speak his story behind characters

[@sewpaintdraw]

I just watched season one of American Crime on Netflix and that cast was great! The amazing cast of heavy hitters did their thing, But the character of Hector Tontz was the one that stood out to me and relative new comer Richard Cabral gave a stunning performance. I literally was annoyed by Hector, hated him, pitied him and then just wanted him to be happy through out watching the season and all of those emotions were felt to such extremes and that is due to this man's performance. I wish Richard nothing but success in his future endeavors he is an inspiration!

[@760rydah5]

the way he changed his life around is inspiring.. he did excellent in American Crime and knowing his story before I watched it. it seemed all so real I had to tweet him and let him know

[@kiettran9694]

I just Love this man more when I realized what hes been through. This is the man. A strong man by definition

[@naturallybornthisway]

Wow this is a tv show? It feels so raw, like it belongs in movie

[@ivans.8352]

Angelica Enriquez it's on Netflix. American crime. Season 1.

[@ShadyBlitz1815]

@@ivans.8352 is still available on Netflix?

[@ivans.8352]

@@ShadyBlitz1815 Check out "American Crime" on Netflix www.netflix.com/title/80024103?source=android

[@DummyYEEEAAHHHHH]

This dude is a good actor....I liked him as Coco on Mayans....I watched some interviews with him... he's a recovering addict like myself with a passion for the arts. I hope he gets some more leading roles.

[@antoniodejesusmagana6888]

Richard cabral may god bless you and may the heavens bless you and the angels watch over you

[@liztrujillo8297]

Dam his talent to get us to care about the character his playing is insane 😳

[@JaneDoe-em7zi]

Richard you are an amazing person and are such an amazing actor my husband and I have so much love and respect for your journey. We're so glad to see them giving you parks that allow you to expand your emotional Horizons. God bless you!

[@facehunter504]

I’d love to have CoaCoa as the main character in Myans. Dude is extremely talented.

[@josephcervantes2974]

I can so relate to this......I admire Richard. SPEECHLESS!

[@VideoNarstee]

A truly amazing guy!

[@augustinramirez7338]

Good for you Richard. more of us similar ppl are changing. I can feel you man.

[@annabellortiz6133]

I love this Vato ♥️♥️

[@FkCriminalJoe]

I literally just realized he is the street biker in the movie the counselor with Brad pit and a bunch of great actors

[@V27RV]

Richard Gabral is one of the realest Hollywood is sleeping this man

[@Wadj1]

This whole show was filled with amazing performances. It left me completely wrung out and could well be the best work these guys have ever done.

[@dannyhrnndz7053]

He is so amazing he made that show really awesome.

[@henrycunningham4761]

In the last scene when Richard is asking,so emotionally, for a chance; he bleeds emotion.... you can feel it!! And he's communicating between the words, on the downside... you see his face, his eyes, his soul pleading! I thought about Al Pacino when I was watching that scene! Great Potential! I look forward to seeing more from the talented actor... true rags to riches!

[@pamelasmith857]

wow definitely has something special about him. I feel the pain he has been through. he represents well/ I understand him more

[@noereyes82]

I'm speechless!

[@josuecabral9452]

Im proud of you cuz keep it up!!!!

[@RafaelGarcia-ik9le]

I saw your primo do a one person show for Homeboy Industries a couple of years ago. Please tell him the wife and I still talk about his show till this day. We have him and his in our prayers. GOD bless

[@90sbabyrodriguez34]

This guy is from Montebello,CA .. I gotta say coming from the same place.i got mad love and respect for him.

[@stephenstuckey]

My G. Nothin but love. Nothin but respect.💯👊

[@benkickass9201]

Keep pushing forward to ese😎

[@jobertoli256]

Great actor

[@jc-qr2hm]

Speechless!

[@MrWhatsupeverybody]

Keep it up homie!!!! You got real talent!

[@rafaelgomez5781]

Love u man keep doing what u do.

[@mr.8999]

This man has so much real pain you can see it when he acts.

[@katbrax8622]

I going to have to binge watch this show.

[@perlaalove673]

That's right baby jokes!! 💖💖

[@mrbullet2218]

That's deep carnal I feel u from way over here .😔

[@ceebee312]

Can't believe this is the same guy who lost his head in 'The Counselor' but still going and now in 'Mayans' .. major props to him

[@supreme2940]

Ive seen several of his movies I would like to work with hector I feel I have potential to be an actor also and can relate to certain scenes of the movie

[@bigglefty75]

bud got a real chance and shows he can run it - handle

[@oneonta310]

BIGG-LEFTY 75 nnb

[@pyschicreading8888]

Bravo 🎉

[@NoName.._.]

I love this man 🇬🇧❤🇬🇧

[@michaljankowski3581]

Is amaizing natural Man perfect for this film.......

[@joselcruz2700]

I love coco in Maya's I'm glad you got it!

[@Eddie-ms6xx]

keep it up baby jokes. your an inspiration.

[@alexe1315]

Eddie you're**

[@carlosnattera2644]

Great performance nice actor La raza

[@utubeho24]

Best actor on American crime hands down 🙏🏻

[@maryellenstrain9740]

Enjoy every show Praying

[@angelpuente4021]

viva richard we your people love you brother!!!!!

[@corindamerino]

Well GoSH Dam your a Great Actor Richard CARBAL 🥰

[@georgechadis4713]

Greetings from Houston texas. #CHICANOPRIDE

[@tylergage9016]

thats good he changed most people dont know how to leave the gang life hes a good as actor

[@BORDEMER78]

hes fantastic

[@alejandracastro8470]

😢❤

[@Krrrimmi]

I have more heart with Coco.(Mayan MC) He reminds me of me. How I always had a fight w/ my mom since highschool. Now she's 72. I can't leave her alone.

[@sabanadjovic]

not that he focused and made it,the point is that this kid is the real deal and his sharing with us just a little peace of it,,,for change I'm glad that between this youngsters there is some real stories

[@nathanieldelatorre3655]

good actor

[@twistnorthcentralktown213]

, I remember working with him at Homeboy Industries great guy

[@flaco.i88]

What’s the movie called?

[@lp-ef8qp]

...a limp , a scare, and a little girl who wants me 2 live straight.....💯 🔥

[@robg4263]

i madley relate!!

[@xxVCRExx]

‘The night rider, smoking glass w a big lighter’

[@lisabolo26]

Dude has a Fantastic Face!!!

[@OrtegaX13]

i thought this was the mayans hahahahaha i was like what scenes are these

[@dannyrodriguez645]

Name of the show

[@tecnoyappsdeluxe4377]

Coco looked tougher in the first season now thanks to drugs she is finished in a good character pitrafa and excellent series I love her

[@hilarioontiveros4510]

dats wasup i met this foo before in montebello back in his gangbanging days... dats wasup ma boy do your thang

[@trisomy21anomalies34]

I’m Hispanic I live in Chelsea Boston and this dude is a inspiration to the little Chicano’s there

[@omarcalles9633]

This dude is the real fucking deal

[@edgarflores3734]

Mayans all the way! The boy coco

[@oheymario]

😭

[@gabrieladavila3278]

I see Mexican Johnny depp ♥️

[@Marisaest]

So proud of you hugs! Holla if you ever need anything. They call me #cocodeloca216 aka #cso216 🍪

[@edd7138]

What channel is this movie or series on?

[@ivans.8352]

Edd 713 It's on Netflix. American crime. Season 1.

[@BradPitbull]

MY NIGGA

[@complxoner9086]

Cada quien no les gusta ya saben ...ala ver

[@melvayaredaguilar]

you remind me of a red hot chili pepper

[@rigoa5369]

g

[@geemoneyy9324]

Dont let the drogas get to you big dog you already made it out the varrio?

[@TheLAdao]

Watever holmes

[@TheLAdao]

HAZARD GRANDE

[@TheLAdao]

RGB

[@antonioflores1790]

Is he acting???

[@michoacan91davi]

is he still rapping? what about his hood?

[@x213ERx]

Why would he rap when he's doing something better and making better money? What about his hood?

[@michoacan91davi]

x213ERx why are you answering my question with another question? Why are you an idiot? What the fuck is 213? Are you a wanna be chola? Why are you responding if your not answering my original curious question?

[@illdrumatik391]

x213ERx Skrapa

[@loloLolo-vz6wx]

I think he got shot from running from the police

[@TheLAdao]

On second hand fuck this loco

[@bigglefty75]

213 - 310 taggers old school beef

[@drdingleberry9832]

ChevyHeavy11 - v 213r been around since the 70s

[@andymike8494]

I think hes acting crying