Modern Wisdom

#347 - Danny Trejo - The Most Killed Man In Hollywood

Jul 19, 2021

Danny Trejo, the iconic actor and restaurateur known for his numerous roles in Hollywood, shares riveting stories from his colorful life. He recounts his surreal encounter with Charles Manson and the challenges he faced on set, including nearly facing the death penalty. Trejo also reveals how he once saved Kiefer Sutherland from a dangerous situation and addresses his tumultuous history with addiction and redemption. His journey from a convict to a celebrated actor offers profound insights into survival and transformation in both personal and professional realms.

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Intro

2min

Hollywood's Most Killed: A Conversation with a Legend

2min

The Actor of Survival

8min

Gang Rivalries and Prison Reflections

21min

Journey Through Addiction and Recovery

5min

From Convict to Hollywood: Encounters in Film

23min

Contrasting Auras and Earning Respect

3min

Danny Trejo is an actor and restaurateur.

Danny is one of the most recognisable faces in Hollywood history. He's just written a new memoir about his life and today we get to hear his craziest stories.

Expect to learn what it was like to meet Charles Manson in jail, who was the hardest guy on-set at Con Air, how Danny nearly ended up with the death penalty, whether he actually robbed Antonio Banderas, how he saved Keifer Sutherland from a psychopath and much more...

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