I would be jokesmithing. I had files with tons of disses that I would try to write as I was on the train going to school.

I love life, man, and I embrace every minute of it so maybe I bring that on the set. I love people and I want to have a good time.

I don't think it's my responsibility, but I definitely try to create my own projects that are Latin-based with a Latin crew and Latin cast. I try to give all my characters Latin names whenever I can and make sure that they are of Latin heritage. But that does not work with every project.

America may not realize it yet, but Latin prototypes are being created right now, and not just by me. They are these mambo kings and salsa queens, Aztec lords and Inca princesses, every Hernandez and Fernandez, whom this country will one day come to understand and respect.

People can be anonymous when they go on blogs and say crazy things that they would never have the courage to say to your face.

The thing I gravitated to was being the class clown. It was very competitive.

I did the bible as told through Hispanic people and they laughed and applauded. I thought, "Oh my god, this is what I want to do for the rest of my life."