Danny Trejo Causes Commotion at Sunland-Tujunga Fourth of July Parade with Water Balloon Clash

Entertainment | July 5, 2024, 7:34 p.m.

Actor Danny Trejo engaged in a brawl during a Fourth of July celebration in Sunland-Tujunga, where he was a guest at a parade hosted by the local Rotary Club. A video showed the 80-year-old action star stepping out of his car and confronting attendees after being hit with a water balloon. Trejo exchanged punches with a person in the crowd, resulting in a scuffle. Despite efforts to calm the situation, the situation escalated with Trejo grabbing a folding chair and throwing it into the crowd. Witnesses described the incident as chaotic and dangerous, with concerns for the safety of children present. While Trejo did not press charges, the community expressed regret for the altercation and a desire to make amends with the actor. This brawl marked a controversial moment in what was supposed to be a festive celebration.