Background
Published in July of 2021, “Trejo: My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywood” is a memoir written by Danny Trejo, a well-known actor and former inmate-turned-actor. The book tells the story of Trejo’s tumultuous life, from his troubled childhood in the streets of Los Angeles to his years spent in and out of prison. Despite his difficult upbringing and struggles with addiction, Trejo eventually turned his life around and became a successful actor, known for his tough-guy roles in films such as “Machete” and “Heat”. Throughout the book, Trejo reflects on the lessons he learned from his experiences, and the people who helped him along the way. The book is a candid and inspiring account of one man’s journey from a life of crime to one of success and redemption.
My Thoughts
Seriously, this book made Danny Trejo one of my heroes. After everything he had done and had gone through, the fact he is still trying to be a good man is inspiring to say the least.
Recommendation
Great read!