- Former gang member who turned his life around at an early age, going on to attend, as a scholar-athlete, Florida State University on a full four-year football scholarship.
- Was a victim of extreme child abuse and witnessed his mother being a victim of domestic violence, both of which were committed by his father. As a result, he is now a devoted advocate of, and activist for, domestic violence prevention.
- His character in The Mask of Zorro, Joaquin Murieta, is portrayed as the older brother of the new Zorro, Alejandro Murieta. Although Alejandro is a fictional character, Joaquin Murieta was not. Joaquin was a real-life bandit and folk hero, and is widely believed to have been the original inspiration for Zorro.
- He was an active player in the NFL from 1978-1979.
- Since 1999, he has been the national spokesperson for the National Network to End Domestic Violence.
- Graduated from Florida State University's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice in 1977 with a Bachelor of Science degree.
- Is listed as a Distinguished and Notable Alumnus of Florida State University.
- Currently speaking at hospitals and other social service organizations on domestic violence. (2005)
- Immigrated to the United States of America from Cuba, the country of his birth, at the age of two.
- Currently on tour to promote his new book, "A Private Family Matter." (2005)
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