Date of Birth: July 13, 1946
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Cheech Marin, born Richard Anthony Marin, is an American comedian, actor, and writer who gained fame as part of the comedy duo Cheech & Chong during the 1970s and 1980s. Born on July 13, 1946, in Los Angeles, California, Marin grew up in a Mexican-American neighborhood, which heavily influenced his comedic style and content. Cheech & Chong became iconic for their irreverent humor and counter-culture appeal, producing hit albums and movies like “Up in Smoke” (1978) and “Cheech and Chong’s Next Movie” (1980). Beyond his work with Tommy Chong, Cheech Marin has had a successful solo career in television, film, and voice acting. He has appeared in numerous films, including “Born in East L.A.” (1987) and “Tin Cup” (1996), and TV shows like “Nash Bridges” where he starred alongside Don Johnson. Marin is also known for his voice work in animated films, lending his voice to characters in Disney’s “The Lion King,” “Cars,” and “Coco.” Marin is an avid art collector, particularly of Chicano art, and has even penned books on the subject. His contributions to both comedy and culture have left an indelible mark in American entertainment.
5 Interesting Facts about Cheech Marin
1. Cheech Marin is a well-known collector of Chicano art and owns one of the largest private collections in the United States.
2. He has published a memoir titled “Cheech Is Not My Real Name…But Don’t Call Me Chong!”
3. Cheech Marin has a degree in English from California State University, Northridge.
4. He has appeared as a contestant on “Celebrity Jeopardy!” and won, donating his winnings to charity.
5. Marin was a part of the voice cast for the popular animated TV series “Dora the Explorer,” in which he voiced Dora’s uncle.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Cheech Marin
1. “I’ve never met anybody who said, ‘I was a drug addict, and it was hell, but I’ve never met anybody who said, ‘I was a pothead, and it was terrible.’”
2. “I love the idea of the Chicano art movement and the Chicano cultural movement. It’s very powerful.”
3. “It’s not a stereotype if it’s true.”
4. “The reason we’re together is because we love each other, and we can do whatever we want. That’s what love means.”
5. “I think my first big realization of the importance of art in my life was when I was about eight years old.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Cheech Marin’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $30 million.
Children
Cheech Marin has three children: two daughters, Jasmine and Carmen, and a son, Joey.
Relevant Links
1. [Cheech Marin – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001509/
2. [Cheech Marin – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheech_Marin
3. [Cheech Marin’s Official Website](http://cheechmarin.com/
4. [Cheech Marin Biography – Biography](https://www.biography.com/actor/cheech-marin
5. [Cheech Marin’s Art Collection](https://www.cheechmarincenter.org/
