Danny Trejo Involved in July 4 Parade Melee Over Water Balloon Incident

Entertainment | July 5, 2024, 12:35 p.m.

Actor Danny Trejo was caught on camera losing his cool at a Fourth of July parade in Los Angeles, where he was hit by a water balloon. The 80-year-old "Machete" actor retaliated by throwing a punch at a man in the crowd, leading to a brawl that involved bystanders trying to break it up. Despite police being called to the scene, no arrests were made. Trejo later spoke out, calling the water balloon thrower a "coward" and denouncing the childish act. This incident came shortly after Trejo announced the death of his pet chihuahua. Known for his tough on-screen persona, Trejo has a colorful past that includes battling drug addiction and spending time in prison before turning his life around to pursue acting. His role in the "Machete" films is one of his most notable performances.