KDD Media Company
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Cesar Garcia | Gang Life, Drugs, Redemption, Breaking Bad, Fast and The Furious, Forgiveness, Actor & Advocate
Cesar Garcia | Gang Life, Drugs, Redemption, Breaking Bad, Fast and The Furious, Forgiveness, Actor & Advocate
Cesar Garcia | Gang Life, Drugs, Redemption, Breaking Bad, Fast and The Furious, Forgiveness, Actor & Advocate
Monday 13th December 2021
Hear Cesar Garcia's powerful story of leaving gang life behind for acting and advocacy on 'Knockin' Doorz Down'.
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77 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Cesar Garcia: From Gang Life to Hollywood and Healing
Last thing in life, you win or you learn. It's about managing the situations, regardless of what comes to you.
Picture growing up in a neighborhood where gang members are the role models and danger is a daily occurrence. That was Cesar Garcia's reality in East Los Angeles. From an early age, he was drawn to the gang lifestyle, finding respect and a sense of belonging among senior gang members. Skipping school and getting into trouble became routine, and by his teenage years, Cesar was fully entrenched in gang culture.
His life took a dark turn, especially after losing his younger brother Roy to a drug overdose at just 19. This tragedy was a wake-up call for Cesar, making him realize he needed to change his path. Cesar's journey took an unexpected turn when he stumbled into acting. What started as a chance encounter became a lifeline, pulling him away from the destructive cycle he was in.
Today, he's known for his roles in 'Breaking Bad' and 'Fast and the Furious', but his story goes far beyond the screen. In this episode of 'Knockin' Doorz Down', Cesar opens up about his transformation from gang member to actor and advocate. He discusses how acting gave him a new purpose and how he's now using his platform to work on gang reform and advocate for change.
Cesar also talks about the power of forgiveness and the importance of moving forward, no matter how tough the past has been. His message is clear: it's never too late to turn your life around. This episode isn't just about Cesar's rise to fame; it's about resilience, redemption, and the power of change. Whether you're looking for inspiration to overcome your own struggles or just a compelling story of transformation, Cesar's journey offers valuable lessons and hope.