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CBS News
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Comedian Paul Rodriguez arrested in Burbank for drug possession
Paul Rodriguez, a longtime comedian known for movies like "Tortilla Soup" and "Rat Race," was arrested on Friday for alleged possession of narcotics, according to police. He was arrested at around 7:30 p.m. when officers conducted a traffic stop of a car near Victory Boulevard and Lamer Street, according to the Burbank Police Department. They say that Rodriguez was a passenger of the car. "During the investigation, narcotics were located," said a statement from BPD. "Mr. Rodriguez was arrested and booked at Burbank Police Jail for possession of narcotics." He was released with a citation and ordered to appear in court on April 25, police said. Rodriguez, 70, is best known for his stand-up comedy and acting career. He has starred in a number of comedy movies like "A Million to Juan," "Born in East L.A.," and "Beverly Hills Chihuahua." He is also a part-owner of the Laugh Factory in Hollywood, where he is well-regarded for his charity work that includes serving holiday meals to people in need.
Yahoo
30-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Comedian Paul Rodriguez arrested on drug charge in California, police say
BURBANK, Calif. (KTLA) — Comedian Paul Rodriguez was arrested on a drug charge in Burbank on Friday night. According to Burbank Police Department Sgt. Stephen Turner, Rodriguez was a passenger in a car that was stopped for vehicle code violations around 7:30 p.m.; the exact location of the traffic stop was not disclosed. 'Neighbor from hell' arrested, charged after terrorizing West Hollywood apartment complex During the investigation, officers discovered narcotics in the car, Sgt. Turner said, which led to Rodriguez's arrest. Rodriguez, 70, was booked at the Burbank Police Jail for narcotics possession and later released with a citation to appear in court on April 25, Sgt. Turner elaborated. Rodriguez, who was born in Mexico and raised in East Los Angeles, got his start in the industry while working as a doorman at The Comedy Club in Hollywood, according to his IMDb page. He got his break as an opening act at various shows and went on to appear as a warm-up comic on Norman Lear's short-lived 'Gloria' sitcom in 1982. Death of 90s sitcom actress being investigated by homicide detectives: report He eventually gained fame with 'El Show de Paul Rodriguez' and began directing in 1994 with 'A Million to Juan' before starring in several 2000s movies, including 'Blood Work' and 'The World's Fastest Indian.' Rodriguez's son, also named Paul and known as 'P-Rod,' is a professional skateboarder who won eight medals in street skateboarding at the X Games between 2003 and 2013, including four golds. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Famous comedian arrested on drug charge in Burbank, police say
A famous comedian was arrested on a drug charge in Burbank on Friday night. According to Burbank Police Department Sgt. Stephen Turner, Paul Rodriguez was a passenger in a car that was stopped for vehicle code violations around 7:30 p.m.; the exact location of the traffic stop was not disclosed. During the investigation, officers discovered narcotics in the car, Sgt. Turner said, which led to Rodriguez's arrest. 'Neighbor from hell' arrested, charged after terrorizing West Hollywood apartment complex Rodriguez, 70, was booked at the Burbank Police Jail for narcotics possession and later released with a citation to appear in court on April 25, Sgt. Turner elaborated. Rodriguez, who was born in Mexico and raised in East Los Angeles, got his start in the industry while working as a doorman at The Comedy Club in Hollywood, according to his IMDb page. He got his break as an opening act at various shows and went on to appear as a warm-up comic on Norman Lear's short-lived 'Gloria' sitcom in 1982. Death of 90s sitcom actress being investigated by homicide detectives: report He eventually gained fame with 'El Show de Paul Rodriguez' and began directing in 1994 with 'A Million to Juan' before starring in several 2000s movies, including 'Blood Work' and 'The World's Fastest Indian.' Rodriguez's son, also named Paul and known as 'P-Rod,' is a professional skateboarder who won eight medals in street skateboarding at the X Games between 2003 and 2013, including four golds. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
