Danny Trejo Had ‘Never Heard’ of Ben Shapiro Before Signing On for Daily Wire’s ‘Pawn Shop,’ Says His Son: ‘It’s F—d Up. He’s Handcuffed to This Stupid Project’
Danny Trejo, who sparked backlash after it was revealed he’d be starring in the pro-ICE movie “Pawn Shop” from Ben Shapiro’s production company, Daily Wire, had “never heard” of the conservative political commentator and is contractually unable to say anything negative about Shapiro — or the project — his son, Gilbert Trejo, said. Gilbert shared […]
Danny Trejo is facing backlash for his role in the pro-ICE film Pawn Shop, which is produced by Ben Shapiro’s Daily Wire and Bonfire Legend. According to The Hill, Trejo stated that he does not back Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Production for the project resumed Monday in Livingston, Montana, following complaints from local residents regarding the film's impact.
Gilbert Trejo, the actor's son, defended his father by claiming Danny Trejo had never heard of Ben Shapiro or his character until two weeks into production, according to Deadline. Variety reports that Trejo is contractually unable to make negative comments regarding Shapiro or the project.
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