PIMPS, HOS, PLAYA HATAS AND ALL THE REST OF MY HOLLYWOOD FRIENDS: My Life - Softcover

Leguizamo, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0060520728 ISBN 13: 9780060520724

Publisher: ECCO, 2008

Synopsis

Here, actor John Leguizamo tells the whole story, from his childhood in Queens to his current perch at the top of the Hollywood pyramid - actor, director, producer, the highest paid Latin actor in the world, an A-lister with the clout to shape every aspect of his career. Beginning on the classic New York comedy club circuit, this book traces the highs and lows of a remarkable career trajectory. Never shy, Leguizamo dishes on his personal relationships with his family, friends and colleagues, including Spike Lee, Brian de Palma and Baz Luhrmann.

About this title

Review:

"Leguizamo is one of the most excting talents to come along in some time."--USA Today

"Brutally funny."--The New York Times

"This mix of the glib and the sometimes glam presents a refreshing cultural tonic."--Publishers Weekly

"Leguizamo's autobiography is as singular as the man himself. "--Library Journal

"The high point: his breezy honesty."--Entertainment Weekly

"[Leguizamo is] a remarkably mature writer . . . Astonishing."--Newsweek

About the Author:

John Leguizamo was born in Colombia in 1964 and immigrated to Queens, New York, with his family when he was four years old. He began his career as a stand-up comedian in various New York clubs, and has gone on to critically acclaimed performances on film, television, and Broadway. He lives in New York City.

About this edition

• Publisher: ECCO
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0060520728
• ISBN 13: 9780060520724
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288