7 Mind-Blowing Facts About George Lopez

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1. Diverse Career in Entertainment

George Lopez is a multifaceted artist known for his work in television, film, stand-up comedy, and late-night television. He has broken ground for Latino comics by embracing his ethnicity and confronting racial stereotypes.

2. Recent Projects and Performances

Lopez currently stars in the NBC family sitcom Lopez vs. Lopez , which has been renewed for its second season. He will also appear in the independent holiday comedy How the Gringo Stole Christmas and the Warner Bros. Latin superhero film Blue Beetle . Additionally, he is performing on his ALLLRIIIIGHHTTT Comedy Tour across the country.

3. Stand-Up Comedy Legacy

George Lopez has four HBO specials: The Wall (2017), Its Not Me, Its You (2012), Tall, Dark and Chicano (2009) which was nominated for a Best Comedy Album Grammy Award, and America's Mexican (2007). His acclaimed comedy concert, Why You Crying? , debuted on Showtime in 2004.

4. Television and Film Credits

Lopez has produced and starred in several notable TV shows, including Lopez and Saint George for FX. He also hosted TBS inaugural late-night talk show, Lopez Tonight , for two seasons. His extensive film credits include Walking with Herb , No Mans Land , and The Tax Collector .

5. Advocacy for Latino Representation

George Lopez is an icon and advocate for Latino representation. He was the focus of the award-winning documentary Brown is the New Green: George Lopez and the American Dream , which highlighted his efforts to stand for Latinos in a manner true to their realities and aspirations.

6. Literary Contributions

Lopez has written two memoirs: Why You Crying? (2004) and Im Not Gonna Lie And Other Lies You Tell When You Turn 50 (2013). His autobiography, Why You Crying? , entered The New York Times Bestseller Top 20 List in May 2004.

7. Recent Controversies and Criticisms

George Lopez has faced recent controversies, including walking off stage during a comedy show at the Eagle Mountain Casino in California due to hecklers. He also publicly criticized Jennifer Lopez for a recent social media post that laid bare her butt amid her divorce from Ben Affleck.