Chuy Bravo
Chuy Bravo (Jesús Melgoza) was born on December 7th, 1956. Chuy passed away December 14th, 2019 at 63 years old. Chuy Bravo was born in Tangancícuaro, Michoacán, Mexico.
Chuy Bravo was a Mexican-American actor and sidekick on the
Chelsea Lately talk show from 2007 to 2014. His first exposure to Hollywood was during the filming of
The Three Amigos in his village. Growing up, Bravo aspired to move to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. However, he was arrested for driving under the influence, leading to a sixteen-month imprisonment. After his release and years of odd jobs, he decided to take acting lessons.
Bravo began acting in the 1990s, appearing in films such as
Pirates of the Caribbean,
The Honeymooners,
The Rundown, and
The Tiptoes. On
Chelsea Lately, he provided a comedic element to Chelsea Handler's show. He also appeared in the behind-the-scenes mockumentary
After Lately from 2011 to 2013, as well as
The Sex Trip in 2016 and
Buscando Nirvana in 2017. In 2015, he acted in
The One II - Resurrection of the Vampires.
In 2013, Bravo competed on the ABC reality diving show
Splash but had to leave the show after a heel injury. After overcoming alcohol addiction, he started a foundation in his hometown to support individuals battling alcoholism by providing food and clothing. Bravo was also the master of ceremonies for the
Comedians of Chelsea Lately comedy tour.
In LA, he founded
Bravo Academy, which focused on supporting the Latin community in Hollywood, helping develop talents for cinema, television, and theater. He passed away on December 14, 2019, at the age of 63.
Chuy Bravo authored his first book,
Little Nuggets of Wisdom, covering topics like fashion, finance, love, friendship, music, and more, all in the style of
Chelsea Lately. The book recounts his life journey, from working odd jobs to becoming an actor. His story is full of humorous moments and heartwarming advice, with lively photos from his appearances on
Chelsea Lately adding a visual layer. True to its title, the book offers many nuggets of wisdom, complemented by laugh-out-loud scenes that make for an entertaining read.
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Chuy Bravo: F.A.Q
When was Chuy Bravo Born?
Chuy Bravo was born on December 7th, 1956.
When did Chuy Bravo die?
Chuy Bravo died on December 14th, 2019 at 63 years old.
Where was Chuy Bravo Born?
Chuy Bravo was born in Tangancícuaro, Michoacán, Mexico.
What was the first book Chuy Bravo wrote?
The first book written by Chuy Bravo was Little Nuggets of Wisdom, published in 2009.
What was the most recent book Chuy Bravo wrote?
His most recently released work was Little Nuggets of Wisdom on April 7th, 2009.
How many books has Chuy Bravo written?
Chuy Bravo has written 1 book. All of his books are Non-Fiction Books.