Danny Trejo has hit out at a 'disgusting' death hoax that was spread by his former co-star John Leguizamo. The 81-year-old actor, who volunteered at the LA Mission ahead of Thanksgiving, told TMZ: 'The more I can do for people, the better my life gets.'
Trejo addressed the hoax, which began when Leguizamo posted an 'R.I.P.' Instagram story over a false report from Polonia News in August. The actor later clarified he was 'very much alive' in a social media post.
Speaking about his recent health struggles, including a knee replacement, Trejo said: 'I'm doing good. I had my knee fixed.' He added that God 'has got my back' and that he 'almost died' but now feels better than ever.
Trejo also offered words of hope to families affected by the Los Angeles ICE raids: 'Keep up hope. Help your neighbour and do whatever you can for people in need.' He encouraged those feeling worried to 'get out of yourself' and do something for somebody else.
The actor is set to appear on the History Channel series 'Mysteries Unearthed With Danny Trejo' this month. He recently attended a World Series watch party and was seen walking into his Hollywood restaurant, Trejo's Cantina, after being spotted in a wheelchair in Toronto.
