The Breakfast Club INTERVIEW: John Leguizamo Talks 'Dear Killer Nannies,' ICE, Trump Administration, Bad Bunny Super Bowl, New Exorcist Movie, Hollywood + More
Apr 1, 2026
John Leguizamo, veteran actor and comedian known for Encanto and Netflix’s Dear Killer Nannies, shares stories from his career and activism. He discusses portraying Escobar’s family focus, balancing comedy with heavy drama, Hollywood’s Latino representation struggles, speaking out on ICE and politics, and the cultural weight of moments like Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl.
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Increase Latino Executives To Change Hollywood
- Leguizamo says change requires more Latin executives to reflect population and box office share.
- He cites Latinos making 30% of box office while being 20% of population and calls for 20% executive representation.
The Rice And Beans Comedy Circuit
- Leguizamo describes the "rice and beans" comedy circuit that sold out 26 major U.S. cities.
- He lists cities like Boston, New York, Miami, LA and says he made most of his money on that tour.
Refuse Supporters Of Policies You Oppose
- John publicly urged ICE followers not to attend his shows as a stance against cruelty he witnessed.
- He explained seeing family separations and arrests of children motivated him to blacklist ICE supporters.