Danny Trejo

**Danny Trejo** born May 16, 1944, is an iconic American actor and entrepreneur. Best known for his tough-guy roles, Trejo has carved out a unique space for himself in Hollywood with his imposing presence and distinctive looks. After a tumultuous early life, involved in substance abuse and crime, leading to various stints in prison, Trejo made a dramatic turnaround after attending a 12-step program. Leveraging boxing skills he honed while behind bars, he carved himself a niche in Hollywood, often playing hardened characters with a dangerous edge. Trejo's acting career began in 1985 and he has since had a diverse filmography. He found fame with roles in films such as 'Desperado', 'Heat', 'Con Air', and 'From Dusk till Dawn'. Trejo's fame transcended to newer heights when in 2001, he appeared as the character Isador "Machete" Cortez in the Robert Rodriguez-directed 'Spy Kids' franchise. Consequently, in 2010, the character Machete found its own spin-off film which turned into a franchise, further cementing Trejo's position in the industry. Not limited to live-action, Trejo has ventured into voice acting for popular video games like 'Grand Theft Auto: Vice City' and 'Call of Duty: Black Ops'. Alongside his extensive career in film and television, Trejo is a successful business owner with a series of popular Los Angeles restaurants to his name.