Salma Hayek, the acclaimed actress, recently shared a hilarious and slightly unbelievable anecdote about her first encounter with fellow actor Danny Trejo, famous for his roles in films like Machete. The story, recounted during an appearance on the Graham Norton Show alongside Kelsey Grammer, revolves around an unexpected tattoo tribute. Hayek was prompted to share the story when the topic of fan tattoos arose, leading her to recall a memorable moment involving Trejo and some very permanent ink.
According to Hayek, her initial meeting with Danny Trejo occurred on the set of their first film project together. Adding to the intrigue, she revealed that Trejo had recently been released from prison when he landed his debut acting role – which coincidentally was also Hayek’s first foray into the world of cinema. Production staff had informed her about Trejo’s past, mentioning his time spent in jail for bank robbery and his surprising acquisition of acting skills while incarcerated. However, acting wasn’t the only thing Trejo seemingly gained during his time.
The Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard star described the moment Trejo approached her on set. In a rather dramatic fashion, Trejo, known for his imposing physique, reportedly ripped open his shirt to reveal a tattoo he had gotten while in jail. And this wasn’t just any tattoo; it was an image strikingly similar to Salma Hayek herself.
Danny Trejo, known for his tattoos, in a story about his Salma Hayek tattoo encounter.
The two actors, who would later share the screen in Desperado alongside Antonio Banderas, had this unusual first interaction on set. Hayek humorously recounted Trejo’s words upon revealing the tattoo: “And sure enough, there was a picture of a woman that looks exactly like me. The body was a little bit better, but let’s pretend… Exactly like me, on his chest,” she shared. Adding to the comedic nature of the encounter, Salma mentioned Danny Trejo jokingly declared that despite his newfound freedom and happiness, he would consider robbing another bank, just for her. This lighthearted, albeit slightly audacious, comment capped off a truly unique and unforgettable first meeting between the two actors, forever linking Salma Hayek and Danny Trejo with the tale of the unexpected tattoo tribute.
