Ramón Rodríguez, who plays agent Will Trent in the hit crime drama of the same name, recently stunned fans by sharing never-before-revealed truths about his childhood and journey to Hollywood. These secrets not only explain how he created the character Will Trent but also show the extraordinary determination behind the halo.
Ramón Rodríguez – From Motherless Child to TV Star
In an exclusive interview, Ramón Rodríguez revealed that he grew up in Puerto Rico and lost his mother when he was only 7 years old. From then on, Rodríguez’s life was caught up in a series of tumultuous days when he had to immigrate to New York with his family. The new life was not easy. The actor lived in poverty and even faced street violence.
It was this harsh experience that shaped his will and determination, helping him nurture his passion for art and gradually affirm his name in Hollywood.
Journey to Conquer the Role of Will Trent
According to Ramón Rodríguez, he never thought he would become an actor. He studied graphic design and only accidentally fell in love with acting when he was invited to act in a commercial. From there, he was passionate about acting, appearing in many projects such as The Wire, Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, The Affair, before shining with the role of Will Trent.
The character Will Trent – a GBI agent with dyslexia but possessing a sharp intellect – has many deep sympathies with Rodríguez’s challenging childhood. “I understand the feeling of being underestimated by others. I understand what it means to rise above the situation,” the actor confided.
The Role That Makes Fans Enthralled
From the first season, Will Trent attracted millions of viewers with its engaging storyline and Rodríguez’s authentic acting. Many believe that it was his traumatic past experiences that helped him bring life to the character – someone who is both vulnerable and strong.
According to Rodríguez, taking on the role of Will Trent was “a healing experience,” helping him face and overcome his childhood trauma.
Ramón Rodríguez’s Future After Will Trent
After the success of Will Trent, Ramón Rodríguez is becoming a sought-after face for many producers. Although he has not announced a new project, the actor shared that he wants to continue to challenge himself with complex and profound roles.
In addition, he also plans to develop community projects to support disadvantaged children – those who have similar circumstances as he did when he was a child.
